Assistant Project Scientist - ECE - 25/26

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,800; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Academic Jobs is seeking an Assistant Project Scientist to work within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The successful candidate will focus on developing a microfluidic pump integrated with an implantable pulse generator system.

This non-tenure-track role invites a PhD holder to contribute to significant research with opportunities for publication. The position offers a salary range of $97,000 - $121,800 based in La Jolla, CA.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related area.

Responsibilities

• Develop a microfluidic pump and integrate it with an implantable pulse generator.
• Conduct research or creative programs with supervision by a faculty member.

Education

PhD degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related area

Job description

Position Overview

Position title: Assistant Project Scientist

Salary range: $97,000 - $121,800

Location: La Jolla, CA

Position Description

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the Jacobs School of Engineering at UC San Diego is conducting an open search for a non‑tenure‑track Assistant Project Scientist in the area of Biomedical Interfaces and Systems. The successful candidate will develop a microfluidic pump, its integration with an implantable pulse generator (IPG) system, and the hermetic sealing and passivation validated in the pig animal model for 3‑6 months of programmable drug delivery.

Project Scientists are academic researchers who are expected to make significant and creative contributions to a research team. They are not required to carry out independent research or develop an independent research reputation but will publish and conduct research or creative programs with supervision by a member of the Professor or Professional Research series. They may serve as co‑Principal Investigators with members of the Professor or Research Scientist series. University and public service are encouraged, and they do not have formal teaching responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related area.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research
• Misc / additional (Optional)
• 0–1 letter of reference required

EEO Statement

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 any other protected status under state or federal law.