Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation Research Fellowship

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:

• 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/

• 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.

• 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 anti-discrimination policy.

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.