Specialist Series in Clinical Sciences - Open Rank

Position overview Position titles: Assistant Specialist Associate Specialist Specialist Salary range The posted UC salary scales UCOP compensation index set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 24B for the Specialist salary range, the base salary for this series is $65,800 - $201,700. See Table 24BN for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Specialists is $31.52 - $96.60 hourly. Application Window Open date: August 12, 2026 Next review date: Wednesday, Aug 26, 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. Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position description Specialist 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 Specialists 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 Specialists 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. Specialists make significant and creative contributions to a research project. Responsibilities for the Specialist may include performing studies and experiments, analyzing and preparing presentations and reports summarizing data, and scholarly contributions. Candidates in this series enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of research. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a strong record of specialized training and experience in grant writing. Assistant Specialist rank candidates must possess a minimal M.S. or 5 years of experience in the field. Associate Specialist rank candidates must possess a minimal M.S. or 10 years of experience in the field. Full Specialist rank candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree) and have experience in the field. See Table 24B for the Specialist salary range, the base salary for this series is $65,800 - $201,700. See Table 24BN for the non-exempt salary range, the base salary range for non-exempt Specialists is $31.52 - $96.60 hourly. Founded in 2013, the School of Medicine at UCR is the sixth University of California Medical School and serves the rapidly growing Inland Southern California region by training a much-needed physician workforce and catalyzing innovations in research, education, and healthcare delivery. The UCR School of Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the community in the Inland Empire, one of the most ethnically diverse and medically underserved areas of the country. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Assistant Specialist rank Must possess at minimum a M.S. degree or 5 years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Appointees at this level should enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of research. Associate Specialist rank Must possess at minimum a M.S. degree or have 5 to 10 years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Appointees at this level normally provide considerable independent input into the planning and execution of research, have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published research in the field, and a demonstrated record University and/or public service. Full Specialist rank Must possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree) or have 10 or more years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Appointees at this level normally provide considerable independent input into the planning and execution of the research, have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published research in the field, and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service. Preferred qualifications Hold a strong record of specialized training. 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. About UC Riverside 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) and 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 ( For Non-Senate faculty positions, review criteria and duties are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. 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. 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