Position Overview

The salary range for this position is $51,300 - $181,800 annually. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See [https://bpb-us-e2.wpmucdn.com/sites.uci.edu/dist/1/1819/files/2023/02/spec-v2.pdf]
"Off scale" salaries that are higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Specialist Series – Sajjadi Laboratory

The Department of Neurology at the University of California, Irvine, invites applications for a Junior Specialist in the laboratory of Dr. S. Ahmad Sajjadi MD, PhD. The lab is focused on various aspects of diagnosis of neurodegenerative syndromes: [https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/sajjadilab]

The appointment is for 1 year with the possibility of extension upon satisfactory performance. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, willingness to participate, and previous experience in research. Assistant / Associate / Full Specialist, if they are to be considered, must have or be in the process of completing a B.A. or B.S. degree at minimum.

The candidate should be extremely efficient in working within a multidisciplinary team and have strong organizational and communication skills. The successful applicant will become a member of a vibrant team working to improve the diagnosis and management of patients with degenerative brain disorders. The position requires an individual who is an effective team player, highly organized, and innovative.

Additional Information:
Applicants who have a willingness to get involved with IRB communications and have strong written and verbal communication skills are preferred.

Substantive inquiries about the positions should be directed to:
Seyed Ahmad Sajjadi, MD, PhD
Department of Neurology
364, Med Surge II
University of California, Irvine
CA, 92697
[ssajjadi@hs.uci.edu]

TO APPLY: Please log onto UCI’s RECRUIT located at [https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08350]

Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for the position:

Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Assistant / Associate / Full Specialist, if they are to be considered, must have or be in the process of completing a B.A. or B.S. degree at minimum.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research (Optional)

• 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.

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

• 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 [https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/shortcuts/sexual_misconduct_form]
  (Optional)

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

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 nondiscrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Substance Abuse (APM-190)(Drug Free Environment) and University of California Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy. Depending on the job duties of your position, you may also be required to comply with the University of California’s Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect policy.