Associate Researcher
The University of California, Los Angeles
About this position
Position Overview
Position title: Associate Researcher Salary range: $116,200 - $122,200 The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13B- Represented Professional Research Series- FY. The salary range for this position is $116,200 - $122,200. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Review timeline: 4/3/2026 - 4/17/2026
Application Window
Open date: April 3, 2026 Next review date:Friday, Apr 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Apr 24, 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.
Position Description
The UCLA Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (AOS) invites applications for a position of Associate Researcher whose research will focus on space physics. The research includes the following activities: • Numerical modeling of the dynamic variability of radiation belt fluxes • Data analysis from spacecraft observations including the Van Allen Probes, Arase, THEMIS, and other related spacecraft data sets • Publication of high quality journal papers in top-rated academic journals • Presentation of study results in international conferences • Proposal writing to NASA, NSF, and other federal agencies
Qualifications
Basic qualificationsBasic qualifications (required at time of application): • Appointee must possess a recent doctorate degree, in the field physics, plasma or space science, engineering, or related disciplines. • Previous training and experience in space physics research • Extensive knowledge and expertise in radiation belt modeling and data analysis • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service Statement of Teaching (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 letters of reference required (3) Letters of Recommendation are required. Please include contact information for your references. Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10940 Help contact:emilyvaldez@atmos.ucla.edu
Job Location
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