Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist - Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Research

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego invites applications for a Project Scientist in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine. The Division of Regenerative Medicine seeks to advance basic and translational science, with a focus on hematopoietic stem cell function and aging.

Appointments will be at Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist level based on experience. The role involves designing and executing experiments, data analysis, mentoring staff, and contributing to manuscripts, presentations, and grant-related

Qualifications

• PhD required in cell/molecular biology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments in stem cell and regenerative medicine.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets to inform experiments.
• Develop and optimize experimental approaches for project goals.
• Teach and mentor junior laboratory personnel.
• Contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and grant-related activities.
• Submit research grants independently and collaborate with faculty.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Mentorship

Manuscripts & grants

Education

PhD in Cell, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, or related field

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Project Scientist - Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $74,100 - $119,600. The posted UC Academic Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for the position: Project Scientist

Application Window

Open date: September 22, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Oct 8, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Wednesday, Sep 22, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position description

The Division of Regenerative Medicine within the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Diego is committed to academic excellence among the faculty, staff, and student body and is currently recruiting Project Scientists.

The Project Scientists will focus their research on stem cell and regenerative medicine and investigate the role of hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) function and aging. Additionally, the Project Scientist will design and execute experiments, analyze and interpret complex datasets, develop and optimize experimental approaches, teach and mentor junior laboratory personnel, and contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and grant-related activities. The Project Scientists will also submit research grants independently as well as perform research projects in collaboration with faculty in the Division.

Appointments will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist level based on background and experience.

A link to the full description of the Project Scientist series is provided for your review: Project Scientist (APM-311)

Department: http://med.ucsd.edu

Division: https://regenmed.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have a PhD in Cell, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, or other relevant areas/disciplines.

Document Requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Help contact: [e-mail]

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