The Qavi Laboratory at UCI is seeking applications for Postdoctoral Scholars are being sought from doctoral (PhD, MD, or foreign equivalent) candidates with strong laboratory research backgrounds & specialized training. Applicant can either currently possess required degree at the time of application or be working towards acquiring the required degree.The Qavi Lab is interested in developing the next generation of diagnostics for a variety of pathogens and diseases. Relevant skills include experience with lasers, LEDS, optical system hardware, clean room fabrication, electronic circuit design, optical engineering, signal processing, and data analysis. Visit our website for more information about the lab and our work:The successful candidate will have a strong background in optics and device fabrication. Will give preference (not a requirement) to those who have demonstrated high productivity during their doctoral studies with first author publications in well-respected journals. Experience with lasers, LEDS, optical system hardware, clean room fabrication, electronic circuit design, optical engineering, signal processing, and data analysis will be given preference. The successful candidate (preferred at time of application) will also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and organizational skills, ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to mentoring others as well as being mentored.Substantive inquiries about the position should be directed to: Abraham Qavi MD, PhD Assistant Professor in Residence of Pathology Director of Innovative Laboratory Diagnostics UC Irvine, School of MedicineInitial appointments are for a minimum of two years & renewal is based on performance and available support.Application Procedure - TO APPLY: Please log onto UC Irvine's RECRUIT located at: Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload application materials electronically to be considered for the position:Department: