Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist or Research Scientist - Otolaryngology

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 76 700 - 158 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prestigious research university in San Diego is seeking an Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist or Research Scientist. The role involves designing experiments, mentoring students, and presenting research findings. Candidates should have a doctoral-level degree in a health-related field and relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $76,700 - $158,000 and encourages applications from qualified individuals. The university is committed to academic excellence and diversity.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a doctoral-level degree in a health-related field.
• Experience in conducting research relevant to ongoing projects is required.

Responsabilités

• Design, manage, and conduct experiments for research projects.
• Train and mentor students and postdoctoral scholars.
• Present research findings at scientific meetings.
• Write reports and grant proposals.

Formation

Doctoral-level degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in a health-related field

Description du poste

Overview

Position title: Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist or Research Scientist

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $76,700 - $158,000.

The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.

See the following tables for the salary scales for the position:

• Project Scientist
• Research Scientist

Application Window

Open date: April 9, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, Apr 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Apr 9, 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 University of California, San Diego, Department of Otolaryngology is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body, and seeks to recruit Project Scientists and Research Scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and conduct experiments relevant to ongoing research projects.
• Train, mentor, and teach students, postdoctoral scholars, and others in the research setting.
• Lead and/or contribute innovative and significant efforts to assigned project(s).
• Participate in and present research findings at scientific meetings.
• Write and/or contribute to scientific reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals for submission and publication.

A link to the full descriptions of each series is provided for review: Project Scientist (APM-311); Research Scientist (APM-310).

Appointment level/rank will be based on background and experience.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have a doctoral-level degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in a health-related field or a closely related discipline.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04487

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About UC San Diego

The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.

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.

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Job location

San Diego, CA