Postdoctoral Scholar Series in Biomedical Sciences - Open Rank

Position overview

Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar
- Employee, Fellow, Paid Direct, or Employee Non-Exempt

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by rank and step  Table 23 for the Postdoctoral Scholar (Employee, Fellow, Paid Direct) salary range, the base salary range for these positions is $69,073 - $82,836. See Table 23N for the Postdoctoral Scholar (employee, non-exempt) salary range, the base salary range for this position is $33.09 - $39.68 hourly.

Open date: August 12, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 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.

Postdoctoral Scholar positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Division of Biomedical Sciences in the School of Medicine at the University of California, Riverside. The Division is conducting an open search for Postdoctoral Scholars in various disciplines. Positions are filled as they become available based on the funds and priorities of different laboratories or research centers.

Initial appointment for Postdoctoral Scholars is for two years, and renewal is based on availability of support. Successful candidates must also have clear potential or demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student body. Salary commensurate with experience. The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by experience level at time of appointment.

Postdoctoral Scholars receive annual salary increases on the basis of merit in accordance with established campus procedures.

Postdoctoral Scholars have recently completed a doctoral degree. They conduct research under the general oversight of a faculty member in preparation for a career position in academia, industry, government, or the nonprofit sector. These positions provide essential training and may include opportunities to enhance teaching and other professional skills. Postdoctoral Scholar candidates must possess a doctorate degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent.

• See Table 23 for the Postdoctoral Scholar (employee, fellow, paid direct) salary range, the base salary range for this series is $69,073 - $82,836.
• See Table 23N for the Postdoctoral Scholar (employee, non-exempt) salary range, the base salary range for this position is $33.09 - $39.68 hourly.

Founded in 2013, the School of Medicine at UCR is the sixth University of California Medical School and serves the rapidly growing Inland Southern California region by training a much-needed physician workforce and catalyzing innovations in research, education, and healthcare delivery. The UCR School of Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the community in the Inland Empire, one of the most ethnically diverse and medically underserved areas of the country.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Must possess a doctorate degree (e.g., Ph.D. or M.D.) or the foreign equivalent. Candidates must have recently completed a doctoral degree.

Preferred qualifications UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae
  - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide contact information for 3-5 referees

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 with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge, experience, and goals that support the mission of UCR. For more information on UC's criteria for successful faculty, refer to the Academic Personnel Manual (APM) 210 - Criteria for Appointment, Promotion, and Appraisal (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

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