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PostDoctoral Scholar Open Positions in Computer Science 2026-2027
Position overview
T23 See table T23 October '26 for the changes coming in October.
Application Window
Open date: July 1, 2026
Next review date: Saturday, Aug 1, 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
The Department of Computer Science at UC Irvine anticipates openings for Postdoctoral Scholars. A compelling research portfolio in an area related to Computer Science is preferred.
Use this link to explore research areas and faculty who may sponsor appointments:
A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D.) or a foreign equal is required. Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. The initial appointment is for two years. Renewal is based on the availability of support and need. The start date is negotiable. A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. See Table 23 Postdoctoral Scholar for the salary range for this position.
T23
The total service as a postdoctoral scholar can not exceed five years. This includes postdoctoral service at other institutions.
Screening of applications will begin immediately. Note, that this recruitment is for potential openings in the future (i.e., an open pool) and does not guarantee availability.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D.) or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter (Optional)
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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
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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.