Project Scientist in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Project Scientist in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $97,000-$221,200. See Tables

Open date: July 29, 2025

Most recent review date: Monday, Dec 15, 2025 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, Jun 30, 2026 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.

The UCI Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Henry Samueli School of Engineering is anticipating openings in the Project Scientist Series throughout the academic year . These positions offer a stimulating array of research and training opportunities within the various labs in the department. Requirements:
Applications are sought for candidates with strong laboratory research backgrounds and specialized training.

Candidates must have a PhD or its equivalent.

This is an ongoing recruitment. Positions are dependent upon extramural funding. These positions are open for Project Scientists at all ranks—Assistant, Associate, and Full—determined based on experience.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should post their curriculum vitae and three references on UC Irvine's new recruitment website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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Candidates must have a PhD or its equivalent.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement. (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: /JPF
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The University of California, Irvine 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 categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

Job location:

Irvine, CA