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Postdoctoral Scholar Position - Qavi Lab University of California, Irvine in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biomedical Engineering
Funding
Postdoctoral Scholar salary range listed as $66,737-$80,034, with an updated scale of $71,491-$85,736 effective 10/1/26. Initial appointments are for a minimum of two years and renewal is based on performance and available support.
Deadline
Jun 30, 2027
Country
United States
University
University of California, Irvine
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About this position
The Qavi Laboratory at the University of California, Irvine is recruiting a postdoctoral scholar to help develop the next generation of diagnostics for pathogens and diseases. The project sits at the intersection of optics, device fabrication, and laboratory-based diagnostic technology, with work spanning optical system hardware, clean-room fabrication, circuit design, signal processing, and data analysis.
The successful candidate will join a research environment in the School of Medicine, within Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, and will contribute to the lab’s broader efforts in innovative laboratory diagnostics. The advert emphasizes strong laboratory research experience and specialized training, with particular value placed on technical work involving lasers, LEDs, optical engineering, and device fabrication.
The position is supervised by Abraham Qavi, Assistant Professor of Pathology and Director of Innovative Laboratory Diagnostics at UC Irvine. The lab is seeking a candidate who can work independently while also contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to engage in research that advances diagnostic methods for a range of diseases.
Funding details
Postdoctoral Scholar salary range listed as $66,737-$80,034, with an updated scale of $71,491-$85,736 effective 10/1/26. Initial appointments are for a minimum of two years and renewal is based on performance and available support.
What's required
Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or foreign equivalent), or be working towards the required degree at the time of application. Strong laboratory research backgrounds and specialized training are required. Preference is given to candidates with experience in lasers, LEDs, optical system hardware, clean room fabrication, electronic circuit design, optical engineering, signal processing, and data analysis. A strong background in optics and device fabrication is expected. Preferred qualifications include high productivity during doctoral studies, including first-author publications in well-respected journals, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills, strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and organizational skills, the ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to mentoring others as well as being mentored.
How to apply
Complete the online application at the provided UCI recruitment link. Upload a current CV and a cover letter explaining your career motivation and interest in joining the lab. Provide contact information for three references.
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Professors
Assistant Professor at University of California, Irvine
United States
Research Interests
Optical Engineering
Optics
Laser Physics
Diagnostic Tool
Pathogen Biology
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