Project Scientist Series in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology; Search

Position Overview

Position title:

Assistant, Associate, and Full Project Scientists

Salary range: $76,700 to $201,900

Open date:
January 5, 2026

Next review date:
Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date:
Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 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 Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology 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. In addition, Project Scientists 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 without-salary 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.

Basic qualifications required at the time of application include an earned Ph.D. degree or its equivalent.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:
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.

To apply , please submit the following materials to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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• Curriculum Vitae (required)
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Contact information for three references (required)

Review of applications will begin on February 5, 2026.

For questions regarding application procedures or requirements, please contact Rebecca Nistor, Academic Personnel, at rebeccan.

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This position requires a Ph.D. degree or its equivalent.

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.

A commitment to the UCR mission () is a preferred qualification.

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

• 3 letters of reference required

Please provide the contact information for a minimum of three references. A UC Recruit system generated email will be sent to all of your references requesting their letter of recommendation. The confidential reference letters will be part of your application.

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The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) and the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission () is a preferred qualification.

We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge,…