University of California, Riverside
Project Scientist Series in Botany and Plant Sciences (Open Search)
University of California, Riverside, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
Position Overview
Position title: Assistant, Associate, and Full Project Scientists
Salary range: $76,700 to $201,900
Application Window Open date: June 20, 2025
Review date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Position Description The Department of Botany and Plant Sciences at the University of California, Riverside anticipates openings for appointments in the Project Scientist Series. Project Scientists are expected to make significant and creative contributions to research or scholarly projects within their academic discipline. While they do not typically serve as principal investigators, they play a critical role in advancing research through their specialized expertise and may engage in University and public service.
Candidates should possess a broad range of knowledge and technical competency, extensive work experience (e.g., postdoctoral training), and a strong publication record in their field. Appointment and advancement in this series are based on professional achievements and the impact of their technical contributions to the respective research field.
Appointments may be made on a full‑time, part‑time, or salary‑free basis. Initial appointments are typically for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The current base pay range for this position is $76,700 to $201,900.
Qualifications Basic qualifications required: Ph.D. degree or its equivalent.
Preferred qualifications: broad range of knowledge and technical competency, extensive postdoctoral training, strong publication record, and a commitment to the UCR mission.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae (required)
Cover Letter (optional)
Contact information for three references (required)
Review of applications will begin on July 20, 2025.
Apply: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02038
Help contact: rgame001@ucr.edu
About UC Riverside The University of California, Riverside is a world‑class research university with a diverse student body. It 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 categories under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination.
Job Location Riverside, CA
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Salary range: $76,700 to $201,900
Application Window Open date: June 20, 2025
Review date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Position Description The Department of Botany and Plant Sciences at the University of California, Riverside anticipates openings for appointments in the Project Scientist Series. Project Scientists are expected to make significant and creative contributions to research or scholarly projects within their academic discipline. While they do not typically serve as principal investigators, they play a critical role in advancing research through their specialized expertise and may engage in University and public service.
Candidates should possess a broad range of knowledge and technical competency, extensive work experience (e.g., postdoctoral training), and a strong publication record in their field. Appointment and advancement in this series are based on professional achievements and the impact of their technical contributions to the respective research field.
Appointments may be made on a full‑time, part‑time, or salary‑free basis. Initial appointments are typically for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The current base pay range for this position is $76,700 to $201,900.
Qualifications Basic qualifications required: Ph.D. degree or its equivalent.
Preferred qualifications: broad range of knowledge and technical competency, extensive postdoctoral training, strong publication record, and a commitment to the UCR mission.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae (required)
Cover Letter (optional)
Contact information for three references (required)
Review of applications will begin on July 20, 2025.
Apply: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02038
Help contact: rgame001@ucr.edu
About UC Riverside The University of California, Riverside is a world‑class research university with a diverse student body. It 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 categories under state or federal law.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination.
Job Location Riverside, CA
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