Academic Coordinator I in Stem Cell Research

The Department of Molecular Cell and Systems Biology at the University of California, Riverside anticipates openings for appointments in the Academic Coordinator I. The Stem Cell Center at the University of California, Riverside, invites applications for an Academic Coordinator position in our Stem Cell Core Facility. This full-time, fiscal-year position is initially for one year, with possibility of reappointment contingent on funding. Candidates must have a PhD in the life sciences with training in stem cell biology. Experience in pluripotent stem cell culture is required. Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in cell culture. Appointments may be made on a full-time, part-time, or without-salary basis. Initial appointments are typically for one year, with the possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The current base pay range for this position is $66,798 to $127,163. Basic qualifications required at the time of application include an earned Ph.D degree in Life Sciences or a related field, administrative experience, experience with stem cell culture and evaluation, experience in teaching stem cell culture, familiarity with the operation of equipment used in stem cell research, such as flow optometry, light microscopy and live cell imaging. To apply, please submit the following materials to Review of applications will begin on July 31, 2026. For questions regarding application procedures or requirements, please contact Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at View email address on click.appcast.io. The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission ( is a preferred qualification. We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge, experience, and goals that support the mission of UCR. For more information on UC’s criteria for successful faculty, refer to the Academic Personnel Manual (APM) 210 - Criteria for Appointment, Promotion, and Appraisal ( 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 categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. 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. 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. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. A Misconduct Disclosure Survey will be completed through Truescreen, which is the vendor that administers this process for the campus. For the University of California's Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy please visit: For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students, and Third Parties, please visit: For the University of California’s Affafitive Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy, please visit: An Amazing Array of Benefits, Some of Which Are: 15 Paid Holidays Generous vacation and sick leave 7 different medical plans to choose from depending on your status 100% employer-covered Dental (HMO/PPO) and Vision Plan UC Retirement Plan 403(b) Plan and 457(b) Deferred compensation plan Vanpool Program to help with your commute Discount on your degree or continuing education #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California, Riverside