Specialist Series - Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Open positions in the Specialist series within the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of California, Irvine. These roles are sponsored by faculty members and involve specialized research, professional activities, and University/public service.
About the Role
Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to contribute scientifically and scholarly to the University’s research enterprise and achieve recognition in their professional and scientific community. Participation in University and/or public service may be required depending on funding and duties.
Qualifications
- Junior Specialists: Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) or equivalent research experience.
- Assistant Specialists: Master’s degree (or equivalent) or five years of relevant experience demonstrating expertise.
- Associate Specialists: Master’s degree (or equivalent) or five to ten years of relevant experience. Expected to have a record of academic accomplishments, including published or in-press research, and demonstrated University/public service.
- Full Specialists: Terminal degree (or equivalent) or ten or more years of relevant experience. Expected to have a significant record of academic accomplishments, professional recognition, published research, and demonstrated University/public service.
Pay
A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000–$194,800 annually. See the Specialist Series - Represented Fiscal Year table for details.
Application Details
Application window: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Applications received by July 16, 2026, will receive priority review. Required documents: CV and cover letter. References: 3–5 (contact information only).