Project Scientists (Open Rank)
The University of California, Los Angeles
About this position
Position Overview
Position title: Assistant Project Scientist, Associate Project Scientist, Project Scientist Salary range: $100,400 - $139,900
Application Deadline
Open date: October 14, 2026 Next review date:Tuesday, Jun 1, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 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
Responsibilities may vary depending on the research program, assigned projects, and appointment rank, and may include: Conduct independent and collaborative research in specialized areas of electrical and computer engineering. Design, develop, and implement research methodologies, experiments, computational models, and analytical approaches. Analyze and interpret research findings and contribute to the preparation of scholarly publications, technical reports, and presentations. Contribute to the development of research proposals, grant applications, and other activities supporting externally funded research programs. Collaborate with faculty, research staff, graduate students, and external partners to achieve project objectives. Provide technical expertise and research guidance to students and other members of the research team, as appropriate. Present research findings at academic conferences, professional meetings, and other scientific forums. Support the coordination and execution of research activities, including project planning, documentation, and reporting. Maintain high standards of research integrity, safety, and compliance with applicable University policies and sponsor requirements.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications (Required at Time of Application) Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field. Additional Qualifications Demonstrated research experience in a field relevant to electrical and computer engineering. Ability to conduct research independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills. Demonstrated ability to contribute to scholarly publications, research presentations, or other scientific outputs. Qualifications and research accomplishments appropriate to the proposed appointment rank.
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) 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 Applicants must provide the names and contact information of three professional references who can speak to their research experience, scholarly accomplishments, technical expertise, and qualifications for the position. References may be contacted during the selection process. Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10946 Help contact:mrevillame@seas.ucla.edu