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

Position Overview

Position title: Project Scientist, Research Scientist, or Specialist
- Pediatrics

Salary range: $77,100 - $204,100 (determinable by rank and step)

Open date: March 11, 2026

Most recent review date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Thursday, Mar 11, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

The Department of Pediatrics at UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence within its faculty, staff, and students.

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.

The selected candidates will be responsible for:

• 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

Appointment level/rank will be based on the candidate's background and experience.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
Specialist (APM-330), Project Scientist (APM-311), Research Scientist (APM-310)

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

Document requirements:

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

Reference requirements: 0-3 required (contact information only). References may be requested from finalists.

Apply link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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Help contact: jmaogd.edu

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.