Project Scientist Series in Clinical Sciences - Open Rank

Position overview Position titles

• Assistant Project Scientist
• Associate Project Scientist
• Project Scientist

The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by rank and step  Table 37B for the Project Scientist salary range, the base salary range for this series is $79,400 - $209,000. See Table 37B-N for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Project Scientists is $38.03 -$100.10 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.

Project Scientist Series positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Division of Clinical Sciences in the School of Medicine at the University of California, Riverside. The Division is conducting an open search for Specialists 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 the Project Scientist Series is for one year, 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 rank and step at appointment.

Advancement through the ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

Project Scientists make significant and creative contributions to a research project. Responsibilities for the Project Scientist may include performing studies and experiments, analyzing and preparing presentations and reports summarizing data, and scholarly contributions. Candidates in this series enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of research. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a strong record of specialized training and experience in grant writing.

Assistant
, Associate
, and Full rank Project Scientist candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree) and have experience in the field. Project Scientists need not demonstrate the same independence or scholarly breadth as members of the Professional Research series.

• See Table 37B for the Project Scientist salary range, the base salary range for this series is $79,400 - $209,000.
• See Table 37B-N for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Project Scientists is $38.03 -$100.10 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.

(required at time of application)

• Must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree).
• Possess a broad range of knowledge and technical competency, extensive works experience (e.g. postdoctoral training), and a strong publication record in the field.
• Appointed rank will be based on the following criteria:
• Demonstrated significant, original, and creative contributions to a research or creative program or project.
• Professional competence and activity.

• Hold a strong record of specialized training.
• 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…