Assistant, Associate, or Project Scientist, Research Scientist, or Specialist - Pediatrics

Position Overview

Position title:

Project Scientist, Research Scientist, or Specialist – Pediatrics

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $77,100 - $204,100. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step ary scales for the following series are available:

• Specialist (APM-330)
• Project Scientist (APM-311)
• Research Scientist (APM-310)

Open date:
March 11, 2026

Most recent review date:
Monday, Jun 15, 2026 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:
Thursday, Mar 11, 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.

The Department of Pediatrics within the School of Medicine at UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are conducting an open search for Project Scientists, Research Scientists, and Specialists at the Assistant, Associate, or Full level in various disciplines of basic and clinical science.

• Designing, managing, and conducting experiments
• Leading projects and/or making significant contributions to research objectives
• Training, teaching, and mentoring students or colleagues in laboratory techniques
• Participating in and presenting at scientific meetings
• Preparing scientific reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals for submission and/or publication

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

• Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, or PhD in health‑related fields.

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

• 0-3 required (contact information only)

References may be requested from finalists.

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The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.