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West Coast Wound

Certified Nursing Assistant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... patient residences. Key Responsibilities: * Provide in-home clinical support services under ... Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required * Experience in home health, mobile ...

Residence Inn San Diego Poway

Breakfast Attendant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Location Residence Inn San Diego, Poway CA Overview Apply your passion for food and your attentive ... Proactively assist guests with eye contact and a warm greeting. * Wash dishes, clean the kitchen ...

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How much do residence assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for residence assistant in San Diego, CA is $17.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.34 and $18.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Residence Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Residence Assistant, you need strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and a solid understanding of campus policies, often supported by prior leadership or peer mentoring experience. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, scheduling tools, and campus safety protocols is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help Residence Assistants build community and support diverse student needs. These skills are crucial for fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment while effectively managing emergencies and student concerns.

What are some common challenges Residence Assistants face when supporting residents, and how can they effectively address them?

Residence Assistants often encounter challenges such as mediating roommate conflicts, managing time between academic and job responsibilities, and responding to emergencies or crises. Effectively addressing these challenges requires strong communication skills, empathy, and a solid understanding of campus resources. Regular training, proactive engagement with residents, and collaborating with other staff members help RAs create a supportive and safe living environment while also maintaining their own well-being.

What are Residence Assistants?

Residence Assistants (RAs) are student leaders who live in university or college residence halls and serve as a resource for students living on campus. They help foster a positive and inclusive community, provide support and guidance to residents, and enforce residence policies. RAs also organize events and programs, mediate conflicts, and act as a liaison between residents and university administration. Their role is crucial in promoting student well-being and creating a safe, welcoming environment in campus housing.

What is the difference between Residence Assistant vs Resident Advisor?

AspectResidence AssistantResident Advisor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require college courseworkHigh school diploma or equivalent; often college students
Work EnvironmentOn-campus housing, dormitories, student residencesOn-campus housing, dormitories, student residences
Employer & IndustryColleges and universitiesColleges and universities
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Residence Assistants and Resident Advisors work in college housing environments, often sharing similar responsibilities like supporting students and enforcing residence policies. The main difference is that 'Residence Assistant' is a broader term used by some institutions, while 'Resident Advisor' is more common in others. Both roles typically require similar credentials and are employed by colleges and universities to foster a safe and supportive living environment for students.

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Assistant Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Neuropathologist Scientist

Assistant Professor (Ladder/In-Residence) Neuropathologist Scientist

UC San Diego

San Diego, CA

$112.50K - $145.70K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position overview Position title: Neuropathologist Scientist
Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and, if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $112,500 - $145,700. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: 2025-2026 Academic Salary Scales
Application Window

Open date: April 6, 2026

Most recent review date: Sunday, May 10, 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: Tuesday, Apr 6, 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

The Department of Pathology at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body, and is seeking a Neuropathologist Scientist with expertise in neurodegeneration and neurogenetics, at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will help develop and lead a brain and related biospecimens biorepository and coordinating center for primarily neurodegenerative research studies and appropriate reference/controls. The position will include coordinating with donor sites and studies across the US and globally, organizing transport/shipping, collecting, imaging, preserving, evaluating, and distributing tissue from donors across a spectrum of neurologic disorders. In addition, the position includes extensive collaboration on both intramural and extramural research projects, including participation in the national and international networks/consortia. The successful candidate will develop and sustain an extramurally funded research program that leverages the biorepository resources via cutting-edge methods such as spatial transcriptomics/proteomics and digital pathology analyses. Additionally, the successful candidate will participate in fellow, resident, and graduate and/or medical student education, teaching, and participation in university service. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in diagnostic neuropathology clinical services.

Appointment will be tenure-track at the Assistant Professor level and will be based on the candidate's background and experience. Series will include 50% Ladder Rank / 50% In-Residence with secured extramural funding or 100% Ladder Rank.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
Ladder Rank Professor (APM-220)
In-Residence Professor (APM-270)

As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)

Department: http://pathology.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent or an MD/PhD in Cell/Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or related fields.

Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Candidates must be board-certified in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology by the time of the start of the appointment.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates with at least 1 year of additional post-fellowship experience that includes clinical service and research in neurodegenerative disease involving a brain biorepository are preferred.

Candidates with at least 3 peer-reviewed publications related to neurodegenerative disease research are preferred.

Candidates with at least 1 year of experience in brain biorepository management, spatial analytics, digital pathology, and participation in multi-institutional, collaborative projects are preferred.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

  • COVID-19 Impact Statement - We understand that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had a substantial impact on academic productivity. In our academic hiring processes, we will be keeping this in mind as we consider achievement relative to opportunity. We encourage you to reflect on constraints on opportunity in your field that were caused by the events of the pandemic, and where applicable, to discuss your achievements in this light.
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04462

Help contact: lnmedina@health.ucsd.edu

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.

The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all of its university-controlled properties.

The UC San Diego Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at:https://www.police.ucsd.edu/docs/annualclery.pdf. This report provides crime and fire statistics, as well as institutional policy statements & procedures. Contact the UC San Diego Police Department at (858) 534-4361 if you want to obtain paper copies of this report.

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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* "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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: [https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH]
* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties: [https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination]

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