Project Scientists (Open Rank)

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; 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 level. The role spans independent and collaborative research across AI/ML, computer engineering, signal processing, and related ECE areas.

Candidates will work with faculty, researchers, and students to advance research objectives, contribute to proposals, and publish scholarly work, with appointments potentially

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in a field relevant to electrical and computer engineering.
• Ability to conduct research independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to scholarly publications, research presentations, or other scientific outputs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in specialized areas of electrical and computer engineering.
• Design, develop, and implement research methodologies, experiments, computational models, and analytical approaches.
• Analyze and interpret research findings and contribute to scholarly publications, technical reports, and presentations.
• Contribute to the development of research proposals, grant applications, and externally funded programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, research staff, graduate students, and external partners to achieve project objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and research guidance to students and other members of the research team, as appropriate.
• Present research findings at academic conferences, professional meetings, and other scientific forums.
• Support the coordination and execution of research activities, including project planning, documentation, and reporting.
• Maintain high standards of research integrity, safety, and compliance with applicable University policies and sponsor requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Independent research

Collaborative research

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Scholarly publications

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field

Job description

UCLA Samueli School of Engineering

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Open Rank Project Scientist – Assistant, Associate, and Full

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering invites applications for an open-rank Project Scientist position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist level. Rank will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and professional accomplishments.

The department seeks highly motivated individuals to contribute to ongoing and emerging research initiatives across a broad range of areas within electrical and computer engineering. Areas of research may include, but are not limited to, artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer engineering, communications and signal processing, circuits and embedded systems, semiconductor devices, photonics, electromagnetics, robotics, control systems, and other related fields.

Successful candidates will work independently and collaboratively with faculty, researchers, students, and interdisciplinary research teams to advance the department's research objectives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in specialized areas of electrical and computer engineering.
• Design, develop, and implement research methodologies, experiments, computational models, and analytical approaches.
• Analyze and interpret research findings and contribute to the preparation of scholarly publications, technical reports, and presentations.
• Contribute to the development of research proposals, grant applications, and other activities supporting externally funded research programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, research staff, graduate students, and external partners to achieve project objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and research guidance to students and other members of the research team, as appropriate.
• Present research findings at academic conferences, professional meetings, and other scientific forums.
• Support the coordination and execution of research activities, including project planning, documentation, and reporting.
• Maintain high standards of research integrity, safety, and compliance with applicable University policies and sponsor requirements.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required at Time of Application)

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated research experience in a field relevant to electrical and computer engineering.
• Ability to conduct research independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to scholarly publications, research presentations, or other scientific outputs.
• Qualifications and research accomplishments appropriate to the proposed appointment rank.

Rank Considerations

Assistant Project Scientist

Candidates at the Assistant Project Scientist rank are expected to demonstrate the ability to make meaningful contributions to research projects, exercise independent scientific judgment, and develop a record of research accomplishments appropriate to their career stage.

Associate Project Scientist

Candidates at the Associate Project Scientist rank are expected to have an established record of research accomplishments, demonstrated expertise in their field, and the ability to independently undertake significant research responsibilities and contribute to the advancement of research programs.

Project Scientist (Full Rank)

Candidates at the Full Project Scientist rank are expected to demonstrate a substantial record of research accomplishments, advanced expertise in their area of specialization, and a high level of independence in conducting and advancing complex research activities. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to make significant contributions to established or emerging research programs.

Appointment Information

Appointments will be made at the Assistant Project Scientist, Associate Project Scientist, or Full Project Scientist rank, commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Positions may be full-time or part-time, depending on programmatic needs and funding availability.

Appointments are subject to applicable University of California policies and procedures governing the Project Scientist series.

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.