Research Scientist

Research Scientists (PhD)

Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore and support scientific discovery and/or development. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments.

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Responsibilities

Research Scientist, VII

Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore and support scientific discovery and/or development. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Recognized as scientific leader/authority. Conducts extremely complex work that is critical to the organization’s success and leads to progress in the scientific community.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY**STATEMENT:** 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Research Scientist, VII: Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 14+ years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your highest level of completed education?

• None

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years

• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more, but less than 10 years

• 10 years or more, but less than 12 years

• 12 years or more, but less than 14 years

• 14 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Open Date

09/02/2026

Requisition Number

PRN17444N

Job Title

Research Scientists (PhD)

Working Title

Research Scientist

Career Progression Track

L00

Track Level

L7 - Senior Principal

FLSA Code

Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

No

Standard Hours per Week

19

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job?

No

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00065 - Elect & Computer Engineering

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$93,881 to $215,374

Close Date

11/30/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)