Junior Data Scientist

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); Remote; USD 63,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside ITS seeks a Junior Data Scientist to drive data-driven insights for students, faculty, and staff. You will oversee the full ML lifecycle from data discovery to deploying and maintaining models using Google Vertex AI.

The role also involves building agentic AI with Gemini Enterprise and Google ADK, tackling ambiguous problems, in a predominantly remote setting with occasional campus visits in PST.

Qualifications

• Experience with end-to-end machine learning lifecycle.
• Ability to translate ambiguous problems into technical solutions.
• Familiarity with data discovery and model deployment processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy ML models using Vertex AI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve student, faculty, and staff experiences.
• Refine problems into actionable technical solutions and maintain deployed models.

Skills

Machine learning

Data discovery

ML model lifecycle

Tools

Google Vertex AI

Gemini Enterprise

Google ADK

Job description

Priority Application Deadline: 02/10/2026

Overview

Job ID 36979419 Category Information Technology Organization Info Technology Solutions Department Reporting and Analytics Dept Location Remote/Hybrid Salary $62,900 - $110,100 Date Posted January 27, 2026 Application Deadline February 10, 2026 Schedule 8AM - 5PM Full/Part Time Full-time(100%) Level of Supervision Close Supervision Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

Information Technology Solutions (ITS) are looking for a curious, self-motivated Junior Data Scientist to help us leverage data to improve the experience of our students, faculty, and staff. In this role, the incumbent won't just be running scripts; but will be a key player in the full lifecycle of machine learning—from initial data discovery to deploying and maintaining models using Google Vertex AI. In addition to machine learning models, the position will also be building agentic AI with Google ADK and deploying agents through Gemini Enterprise.Because UCR's IT environment is dynamic, the incumbent should be comfortable taking ambiguous problems and refining them into actionable technical solutions. ITS values innovation and is looking for someone who constantly asks, "How can we do this better?"This is a career position with an end date as Information Technology Solutions (ITS) can commit to two (2) years of funding. Should additional funding become available in the future, the end date may be extended. Furthermore, this position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST).The full salary range for the Junior Data Scientist is $30.13 - $52.73 per hour. However, the pay scale for this position is up to $38.31 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.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.