Position overview
Position titles:

• Assistant Professional Researcher
• Associate Professional Researcher
• Professional Researcher

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13B for the Professional Researcher Salary range, the base salary range for this series $96,700 - $257,100. See Table 13B-N for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Professional Researchers is $46.32 - $123.14.

Application Window

Open date: August 13, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Aug 27, 2026 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

Professional Researcher Series positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Division of Clinical Sciences in the School of Medicine at the University of California, Riverside. The Division is conducting an open search for Professional Researchers in various disciplines. Positions are filled as they become available based on the funds and priorities of different laboratories or research centers.

Initial appointment for the Professional Researcher Series is for one year, and renewal is based on availability of support. Successful candidates must also have clear potential or demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student body. Salary commensurate with experience. The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.

Advancement through the ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

Professional Researcher Series

These positions are academic appointments in the non-senate series and do not have teaching responsibilities. Candidates must demonstrate continuous and effective engagement in independent and creative research activity of high quality and significance, equivalent to the Professor series.

Assistant Professional Researchers must possess a Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent).

Associate and Full Professional Researchers must possess a Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent) and demonstrate University and/or public service.

• See Table 13B for the Professional Researcher Salary range, the base salary range for this series is $96,700 - $257,100.
• See Table 13B-N for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Professional Researchers is $46.32 - $123.14.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Assistant Professional Researcher rank

• Must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree) and experience in the relevant field.
• Must possess research qualifications and accomplishments equivalent to those for the Professor series, including demonstrated continuous and effective engagement in independent and creative activity of high quality and significance.
• Professional competence and activity equivalent to those for the Professor series.

Associate and Full Professional Researcher ranks

• Must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree) and experience in the relevant field.
• Must possess research qualifications and accomplishments equivalent to those for the Professor series, including demonstrated continuous and effective engagement in independent and creative activity of high quality and significance.
• Professional competence and activity equivalent to those for the Professor series.
• University and/or public service.

Preferred qualifications

• Hold a strong record of specialized training and experience in grant writing.
• UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Application Requirements by Level

Assistant Professional Researcher

Position title: Assistant Professional Researcher

Submit a most recently updated curriculum vitae and contact information for three to five references. To be considered, your application needs to be marked as completed.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Provide contact information for 3-5 referees.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02340

Associate Professional Researcher

Position title: Associate Professional Researcher

Submit a most recently updated curriculum vitae and contact information for six to seven references. To be considered, your application needs to be marked as completed.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 6-8 required (contact information only)

Provide contact information for 6-7 referees.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02340

Professional Researcher

Position title: Professional Researcher

Submit a most recently updated curriculum vitae and contact information for six to seven references. To be considered, your application needs to be marked as completed.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 6-8 required (contact information only)

Provide contact information for 6-7 referees.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02340

Help contact: [email protected]

Job location

Riverside, CA