"Assistant, Associate, or Full 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 at appointment. See the following tables for the salary scales for the position:
Specialist
Project Scientist
Research Scientist

Application Window

Open date: March 11, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
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.

Position description

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.

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

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

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

Department: http://pediatrics.ucsd.edu
Program: https://pediatrics.ucsd.edu/research/index.html

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, MD/PhD, or PhD in health-related fields.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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