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24-25 Specialist (Open Ranks) - Clinical Fellows - Ophthalmology
Position overview
See Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year - Non Exempt.
See Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year - Exempt.
Application Window
Open date: July 19, 2024
Most recent review date: Sunday, Aug 18, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Gavin Herbert Eye Institute at the UC Irvine School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology is accepting applications in the Specialist series.
Applications are sought from candidates with a PhD or MD. The Specialist will spend approximately 20% of their time in clinical pursuits under the direct supervision of a licensed member of the Department of Ophthalmology. The other 80 % of the Specialist's time is spent in the Ophthalmology laboratory at the UCI Medical Center in Orange, CA under the supervision of the Retina director.
This is an ongoing recruitment. Positions are dependent on extramural funding.
Rank and salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Each application must contain a curriculum vitae and statement of research. Interested candidates should apply through UC Irvine's RECRUIT located at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09071
Department: https://ophthalmology.uci.edu/
Qualifications
Applicants must possess an M.D., or Ph.D. in the field of Ophthalmology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent.
Junior Specialist – Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.
Assistant Specialist – Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.
Associate Specialist – Appointees to the Associate rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.
Specialist (Full Rank) – Appointees to the Full rank should possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization
Application Requirements
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Complements a CV and introduces an applicant to a potential Principal Investigator/Faculty.
(Optional)Statement of Research - It is a summary of your research accomplishments, current work, and future direction and potential of your work.
Misc / Additional - You may include copies of your most impactful peer reviewed publications.
(Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.