Open-Rank Project Scientist: AI/ML & Embedded Systems

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, invites applications for an open-rank Project Scientist position at Assistant, Associate, or Full rank. Rank will be determined by qualifications and accomplishments.

Appointments may be full-time or part-time and involve independent and collaborative research across AI, ML, circuits, robotics, and related fields. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA, and requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research experience and ability to conduct independent and collaborative work.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Record of scholarly publications, presentations, or related outputs.
• Qualifications appropriate to the proposed appointment rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full).

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in specialized ECE areas.
• Design, develop, and implement research methodologies, experiments, and models.
• Analyze and interpret results; contribute to publications and technical reports.
• Contribute to research proposals and grant applications.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, students, and external partners.
• Provide technical guidance to students and research team members.
• Present findings at conferences and professional meetings.
• Support coordination of research activities, planning, and reporting.
• Maintain high standards of research integrity, safety, and compliance.

Skills

Independent research

Collaborative teamwork

Scholarly communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, invites applications for an open-rank Project Scientist position at Assistant, Associate, or Full rank. Rank will be determined by qualifications and accomplishments.

Appointments may be full-time or part-time and involve independent and collaborative research across AI, ML, circuits, robotics, and related fields. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA, and requires a Ph.D.