Associate User Researcher Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

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
Most recent review date: Thursday, Aug 27, 2026 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: 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 Biomedical 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.

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 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/JPF02339
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/JPF02339
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/JPF02339
Help contact: miguel.guerrero@medsch.ucr.edu
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 ( https://apro.ucr.edu/mission-statement ) 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 ( https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-210.pdf ). 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.
For the University of California's Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH .
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students, and Third Parties, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination .
For the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy, please visit: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf .
Job location
Riverside, CA