What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Sajjadi Lab Neurology position at UC Irvine?
Position Overview
Salary range: The salary range for this position is $69,037-$82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. For the salary range, see the Postdoc Scholar Scale .
Application Window
Open date: July 1, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Aug 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 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
Postdoctoral Scholar Series
The Department of Neurology at the University of California, Irvine, invites applications for a post-doctoral scholar position in the laboratory of Dr. S. Ahmad Sajjadi MD, PhD. The appointment is for 2 years with the possibility of extension upon satisfactory performance. We are seeking a highly motivated investigator with previous experience in neuroimaging analysis (MRI /- PET scan). The candidate should be extremely efficient in working with neuroimaging analysis software packages. Priority will be given to candidates with a recent PhD in neuroscience or related fields and strong organizational and communication skills. The successful applicant will be supported by NIH R01 grants dedicated to studies of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Sajjadi lab and beyond. The position requires an individual who is an effective team player, highly organized, and innovative. A willingness to work in person is a strong advantage.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a PhD by, or prior to the appointment start date.
Follow the hyperlink to apply
For more information about the Department of Neurology, see the Department of Neurology homepage
Additional Information
Postdoctoral Scholars will conduct research under the general oversight of a faculty mentor and are expected to contribute to the academic community by enhancing the research and education programs of the University. Positions are dependent upon extramural funding and require a minimum appointment of one year. Rank and salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Initial appointments are for two years, and renewal is based on availability of support.
Department: https://www.neurology.uci.edu/
Lab: https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/sajjadilab/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must possess a PhD by, or prior to the appointment start date.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
Job location
Orange, CA/Irvine, CA
Salary range: The salary range for this position is $69,037-$82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. For the salary range, see the Postdoc Scholar Scale .
Application Window
Open date: July 1, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Aug 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 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
Postdoctoral Scholar Series
The Department of Neurology at the University of California, Irvine, invites applications for a post-doctoral scholar position in the laboratory of Dr. S. Ahmad Sajjadi MD, PhD. The appointment is for 2 years with the possibility of extension upon satisfactory performance. We are seeking a highly motivated investigator with previous experience in neuroimaging analysis (MRI /- PET scan). The candidate should be extremely efficient in working with neuroimaging analysis software packages. Priority will be given to candidates with a recent PhD in neuroscience or related fields and strong organizational and communication skills. The successful applicant will be supported by NIH R01 grants dedicated to studies of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Sajjadi lab and beyond. The position requires an individual who is an effective team player, highly organized, and innovative. A willingness to work in person is a strong advantage.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a PhD by, or prior to the appointment start date.
Follow the hyperlink to apply
For more information about the Department of Neurology, see the Department of Neurology homepage
Additional Information
Postdoctoral Scholars will conduct research under the general oversight of a faculty mentor and are expected to contribute to the academic community by enhancing the research and education programs of the University. Positions are dependent upon extramural funding and require a minimum appointment of one year. Rank and salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Initial appointments are for two years, and renewal is based on availability of support.
Department: https://www.neurology.uci.edu/
Lab: https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/sajjadilab/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must possess a PhD by, or prior to the appointment start date.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research (Optional)
- 3 required (contact information only)
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
- “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .
Job location
Orange, CA/Irvine, CA
Salary : $69,037 - $82,836