Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation Research Fellowship

Company: University of California - Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Position overview



Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $66,737 - $80,034.

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Application Window




Open date: September 18, 2024




Most recent review date: Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 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 Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation and the University of California, Irvine, invite exceptional researchers to apply for the prestigious two-year Beckman Postdoctoral Fellowship. This distinguished and well-funded fellowship supports innovative research across all medical areas using chemical, biochemical, structural biology, and genetic techniques focused on the biology and pathology of the visual system. By broadening its focus, the program fosters interdisciplinary collaborations, driving significant advancements in understanding the complex, interconnected systems of the eye and beyond, serving as a milestone toward an independent academic career. Fellows will engage in cutting-edge research that advances medical sciences, utilizing advanced technologies such as gene therapy, regenerative medicine, and cutting-edge imaging to address multifactorial vision disorders. These examples illustrate the fellowship's commitment to pioneering transformative projects that enhance our knowledge of eye diseases and accelerate the development of comprehensive treatments. The candidate will be affiliated with the Center for Translational Vision Research, a diverse group of researchers focused on understanding and curing visual disorders.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Each application must contain the following documents:

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• CV/Resume
  
• One-Page Research Proposal
  
• A 400 word personal accomplishments statement, plus key publications
  
  
  Interested candidates should apply through UC Irvine's RECRUIT system located at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09295
  
  Complete applications must be submitted by March 1, 2025 deadline.
  
  
  
  Department: https://ophthalmology.uci.edu/Unit: https://ctvr.uci.edu/
  
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
  
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  • Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (eg., PhD., M.D) or the foreign equivalent at the time of the appointment.
    
  • Research proposals should demonstrate innovation in fundamental concepts, experimental methods, biological processes, or new instrument technology in the medical sciences.
    
  • Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The selection process will emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion in science.
    
  • Applicants with demonstrated evidence of a commitment to life-long basic or translational research, strong prior research accomplishments, and promise as an emerging independent leader are particularly encouraged to apply.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Application Requirements
    
    
    
    Document requirements
    *Please ensure all documents are formatted in Ariel Font Size 11 with 0.5 inch margins. *
    
    
    • 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./resume
      
    • Personal Statement - A 400-word personal accomplishments statement, plus key publications.
      
    • One Page Research Proposal - A one page document outlining your research proposal.
      
    • Cover Letter - Complements a CV and introduces an applicant to a potential Principal Investigator/Faculty.
      
      (Optional)
      
    • Misc / Additional - You may include additional documentation of your most impactful peer reviewed publications and/or research contributions.
      
      
      (Optional)
      
      
      
      Reference requirements
      • 3-5 required (contact information only)
        
        Apply link:
        https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09295
        
        
        
        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.
        
        
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        • "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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
          
        • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
          
        • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
          
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          APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.
          
          
          
          
          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.
          
          
          
          
          
          Job location
          Irvine, CA

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