Specialist Series in Nematology

Position Overview

Position title: Junior, Assistant, Associate, and Full Specialists

Salary range: $55,000 to $194,800.

Open date: September 23, 2025

Most recent review date: Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Specialist Series in Nematology (Open Search)

The Department of Nematology at the University of California, Riverside anticipates openings for appointments in the Specialist Series.

Specialists are expected to make significant contributions to research projects in their area of expertise. While they typically do not lead independent research, they provide essential support through their specialized knowledge, skills, and experience. Specialists may contribute to the design and execution of research, manage laboratory operations, collect and analyze data, and/or develop and maintain research tools and resources.

Candidates should demonstrate a high level of expertise in their discipline and the ability to make independent, innovative contributions to research activities. Appointment and advancement in this series are based on the quality and significance of their specialized contributions, as well as their professional competence and activities. In some cases, Specialists may also engage in University and public service relevant to their area of specialization.

Appointments may be made on a full-time, part-time, or without-salary basis. Initial appointments are typically for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The current base pay range for this position is $55,000 to $194,800.

Basic qualifications required at the time of application per rank include:

• Junior Specialist – Appointees should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) or equivalent research experience.
• Assistant Specialist – Appointees should possess a master’s degree or five years of experience demonstrating expertise.
• Associate Specialist – Appointees should possess a master’s degree or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise. Associate Specialists are normally expected to have a record of academic accomplishments and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service.
• Full Specialist – Appointees should possess a terminal or equivalent degree or ten or more years of experience. They are normally expected to have a significant record of academic accomplishments, professional recognition, and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service.

Preferred Qualifications: Commitment to the UCR mission ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is a preferred qualification.

To apply , please submit the following materials to /JPF
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• Curriculum Vitae (required)
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Contact information for three references (required)

Review of applications will begin on October 7, 2025. For questions regarding application procedures or requirements, please contact Troy Hall Jr., Academic Personnel, l.

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter – Optional
• Statement of Research – Optional
• Statement of Teaching – Optional
• Misc / Additional – Optional

Reference requirements:

• 3–5 letters of reference required. Provide contact information for a minimum of three references. The UC Recruit system will send letters of recommendation.

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The University of California, Riverside is a world‑class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) and the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission () is a preferred qualification.

We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included…