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Assistant Professional Researcher - Environmental Health Sciences (Jerrett)

The University of California, Los Angeles

UCLA Fielding School of Public Health / Environmental Health SciencesPosted October 17, 2026Job ID: JPF11177

About this position

Position Overview

Position title: Assistant Professional Researcher Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is approximately $96,700 to $138,600, based on candidates experience and qualifications.

Application Deadline

Open date: October 16, 2026 Next review date:Friday, Nov 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Nov 18, 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 Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health invites applicants for an Assistant Professional Researcher position with an emphasis on advanced environmental exposure. Applicants will be responsible for assigning and managing exposure data and overseeing complex statistical analysis of potential health effects from these exposures. Successful applicants will be expected to interpret and report findings to collaborators, lead and contribute to scholarly works, and prepare and deliver periodic presentations to collaborators as needed. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in an appropriate field to conduct high-quality research on environmental disaster exposures and routine environmental exposures. Strong interpersonal skills and experience are assets for this position.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant discipline Additional qualificationsApplicants must engage in research equivalent to the Professorial Series by time of start date

Application Requirements

Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Self-Statement - A brief statement summarizing your activities in the areas of research, teaching, and/or service. This is not to exceed 3 pages. Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Contact information of three - five references is required. No letters of references are needed when you apply. Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11177 Help contact:ehs-assistant@ph.ucla.edu