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Jobs at ICSI

Our research and operational teams enjoy an inclusive environment where curious people come together to drive positive impacts.


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ICSI Positions

Find your fit with a variety of employment models, from full-time positions to part-time and temporary engagements. We value your well-being and support flexible, remote, and hybrid options so you can do your best work, your way.


Open Positions


Research Positions

Research roles are soft-money positions funded through grants, collaborations, and fellowships.


Operational Positions

Operational roles are available as salaried or contract-based positions.

Employee Benefits

Whatever your employment status—full-time, part-time, permanent, or temporary—every ICSI team member benefits from our exceptionally flexible and supportive culture, with a sustainable work-life balance to do your best work and advance a meaningful mission.

Permanent full-time research and operational positions come with generous benefits, as described below. Permanent part-time positions may qualify for health, retirement, and paid vacation benefits depending on the number of hours worked per week.


Health & Wellness

ICSI offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus employer-sponsored life and disability insurance. With three base plans, three buy-up plans, and two high-deductible HSA-compatible plans available, ICSI covers 95% of health insurance premiums for employees and 85% for dependents.


Financial Security

ICSI offers an exceptional retirement plan with 3% automatic contributions and up to 7% employer matching, plus additional tax-deferred retirement savings options. Take advantage of additional pre-tax, after tax, and mega backdoor Roth savings options as part of our 401(k) plan.


Time to Recharge

We offer generous vacation accrual plus an extra 20 days of paid holidays and breaks annually.


Equal Opportunity

ICSI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Institute is committed to having the best available persons in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Connect with the People Team

At ICSI, we believe that great research happens in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our People Team is here to help.


General HR Questions & Support

Have a question about benefits, policies, employment verification, or workplace processes? Want to share feedback or suggestions? We’re happy to hear from you. Reach out at askpeopleteam @ icsi.berkeley.edu.


Job Applications & Accommodations

If you’re applying for a position and need assistance or a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please reach out at askpeopleteam @ icsi.berkeley.edu. To help us respond quickly, include the job title and a brief description of your request. We’re committed to responding with care, respect, and appropriate confidentiality, and we look forward to connecting with you!

Join ICSI

ICSI offers the best of all worlds—a place to do transformative work without unnecessary bureaucracy. With no teaching obligations, minimal red tape, and flexible employment models, you’re free to do your best work, your way. 

Visit ICSI

ICSI is a global research community that feels like home. A visit to ICSI puts you at the center of the action to collaborate with top researchers in a world-class innovation ecosystem. 

Get in touch

Want to discuss opportunities to work with ICSI? We’d love to hear from you.

2150 Shattuck Ave., #250
Berkeley, CA 94704

+1 (510) 666-2900

contact @ icsi.berkeley.edu