Tenured​/Tenure-Track Faculty Genome Editing Research Program Department

Position Overview

Salary Range: $90,700-$238,300. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step  the Professorial Series (Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, In Residence, Ladder Rank) and Professor of Teaching Series - Health Sciences Compensation Plan. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Open date: July 16, 2025

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Sep 3, 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: Thursday, Jul 16, 2026 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.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at UC Irvine School of Medicine is seeking accomplished Scientists or Physician-Scientists and invites applications for one full‑time position open rank tenured/tenure‑track to enhance and expand existing strengths in vision science and related diseases.

The Department seeks candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D./D.O. degrees in combination with a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences or a related field of study who are interested in joining a strong, dynamic, and diverse research group focused on the development of cutting‑edge genome editing approaches aimed at advancing our understanding of the visual system and addressing genetic eye diseases.

Applicants working in any area of genetic engineering broadly defined will be fully considered. We are particularly interested in areas including, but not limited to, genome editing and genetic vision diseases. Experience in ocular genetics, biochemistry, biophysics, bioengineering, high‑throughput assays, CRISPR‑based screening, ophthalmology, or pharmacology is a plus, and their relevance to vision research. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an extramurally funded independent research program.

The appointment at the Assistant (tenure‑track), Associate (tenured), or Full Professor (tenured) rank will be based on the candidate's background and experience. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and expectations.

This academic appointment has a target start date of July 1, 2026, and will be at the tenured or tenure‑track level which confers membership in the UCI Academic Senate. The appointment will include membership in the Center for Translational Vision Research (CTVR) which comprises a synergistic interdepartmental and multidisciplinary research group seeking to understand and address pathologies of visual disorders.

Departmental research leverages outstanding existing resources and strengths of UCI Health, Susan & Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences, the School of Medicine, and partners across the UCI campus, including the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, the Cancer Research Institute, the Sue and Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center, and the Institute for Immunology.

The vision research community at UCI has grown significantly over the past several years. The blend of innovative translational research and high‑end clinical activities generates unparalleled opportunities for UCI as a top destination for truly translational vision research.

To apply for this position, please use the online UCI Recruit system at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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To ensure full consideration, applications and supporting materials should be received by the initial review date of September 1, 2025. Inquiries about the position can be addressed to Dr. Krzysztof (Kris) Palczewski at kpalczew.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

Ph.D. or M.D. or D.O. combined with a Ph.D. in the biomedical sciences or a related field of study.

Document requirements:
Provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, and teaching statement. The cover letter complements a CV and introduces an applicant to search committee members. The curriculum vitae should be your…