Assistant, Associate or Full Project Scientist - Otolaryngology

Position overview

Position title: Project Scientist - Otolaryngology

Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $76,700 - $85,000. The posted UC academic salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/2025-26-academic-salary-scales.html) set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/\_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t37-b.pdf

Application Window

Open date: November 6, 2025

Most recent review date: Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Nov 6, 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 University of California, San Diego, Department of Otolaryngology (https://oto.ucsd.edu/) is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff and student body and seeks to recruit Project Scientist(s).

The Selected Candidate(s) Will Be Responsible For

• Performing studies and experiments related to the biology of head and neck cancer
• Analyzing data and preparing presentations and reports summarizing findings
• Providing onsite teaching to students in the lab
• Generating independent extramural grant support
• Contributing to the development and publication of high-impact research

Appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.

A link to the full description of the Project Scientist series is provided for your review: http://adminrecords.ucsd.edu/PPM/docs/230-311.html

Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, PhD or MD/PhD in Cancer Biology or a health related field.

Candidates must also have a minimum of five years of experience in the biology of head and neck cancer and head and neck cancer related research, including at least three years at the postdoctoral level or beyond.

Preferred Qualifications Candidates with experience in immunologic and related assays, standard molecular biology techniques, and a demonstrated record of developing innovative approaches in research are preferred.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04393

Help contact: [email protected]

About UC San Diego The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job location

San Diego, CA