Project Scientist in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Project Scientists for various ranks within their Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and training across multiple labs. Candidates must possess a PhD or equivalent and a solid research background. The positions are contingent upon funding and available at Assistant, Associate, or Full ranks. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate with experts in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong research background required for all positions.
• PhD or equivalent is mandatory for applicants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research across various labs in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
• Engage in training opportunities and collaborate with faculty.

Skills

Research Background

Specialized Training

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,700 - $217,400. See Tables T38-B and T38-A for details.

Application Window

• Open date: August 20, 2024
• Most recent review date: Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed if the position is still open.
• Final date: June 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will be accepted until then, but late applications will only be considered if the position remains unfilled.

Position description

The UCI Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Henry Samueli School of Engineering anticipates openings in the Project Scientist Series throughout 2024-2025. These roles offer research and training opportunities across various labs. Candidates should have a strong research background and specialized training, with a PhD or equivalent required. Positions are contingent upon funding and are available at all ranks—Assistant, Associate, or Full—based on experience. Interested candidates should submit their CV and three references via this link.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications: PhD or equivalent.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Optional: Cover Letter, Statement of Research, Teaching Statement, Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement, Miscellaneous
• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

Reference requirements

3-5 references (contact info only).

Apply link

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09246

About UC Irvine

UC Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected categories. Finalists must disclose any recent misconduct decisions. Compliance with university policies and applicable laws is required.

Job location

Irvine, CA