Assistant/Associate/Full Research Scientist
Position overview
Position title: Research ScientistThe posted UC academic salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2023-24-academic-salary-scales.html) set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position [Table 13B: Represented Professional Research Series (FY) https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t13-b.pdf or Table 14B: Represented Professional Research Series (B/E/E) https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t14-b.pdf]
Application Window
Open date: October 2, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, Jan 22, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Tuesday, Oct 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Qualcomm Institute, at the University of California, San Diego, a multidisciplinary Organized Research Units is conducting an open search for Research Scientists (non-tenured, Assistant, Associate or Full level) in various academic disciplines.
At UC San Diego, Research Scientists are academic researchers who develop and lead independent research and creative programs equivalent to that required for the Ladder Rank Professor series, garner scholarly reputation, and generate high caliber publications and research products. Research Scientists should serve as a Principal Investigator and have the major responsibility and leadership for their research programs. University and public service are required, but they do not have formal teaching responsibilities. An appointee in this series must demonstrate continuous and effective engagement in independent and creative research activity of high quality and significance. Appointment duration's vary depending on the length of the research project and availability of funding.
Review of applications will commence on October 23, 2023 and will be ongoing.
Qualifications
Doctorate degree in research related field or its equivalent is required at time of application.
Postdoctoral or equivalent experience, a commitment to building an independent research program, obtaining independent funding, providing mentoring/training, performing university and community service, and fostering an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Help contact: lmannino@ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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