Position overview Salary range: The salary range for this position is $93,700 - $121,400. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. This position may include membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, which provides eligibility for additional compensation. Application Window Open date: July 15, 2026 Next review date: Saturday, Aug 15, 2026 at 11:59pm
(Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Sunday, Feb 28, 2027 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 Assistant Adjunct Professor, Department of Physiology and Biophysics The Department of
Physiology & Biophysics at the University of California, Irvine is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. The Department invites applications for a non-senate Assistant Adjunct Professor to participate in research and other academic activities as well as university and public service in an academic medical center environment. Principal Responsibilities The
successful candidate manage the Lipid Nanoparticle Core Facility, interface with the UCI GMP Facility and will have the opportunity to work with a large group of scientists in the School of Medicine and across the UCI campus as well as the opportunity to develop extramurally funded research programs on the cutting edge and to provide leadership in genetic medicine and vaccine research. The Department provides
excellent opportunities for research, teaching, mentorship and other academic interest opportunities to medical and graduate students, residents, fellows, and faculty. Required Qualifications The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry or a related field, and have scientific expertise in genetic medicines, and nanoparticle science. The candidate should have extensive
research experience in the areas of immunology and vaccines. Demonstrated effectiveness across multiple organ systems and in collaborative educational environments. Additional highly desirable qualifications include experience in the biophysics and formulation of liposomes and lipid nanoparticles, including the construction of mRNA and DNA lipid nanoparticle systems for gene delivery and expression in cultured cells
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