Project Scientist Open Positions in Computer Science 2026-2027

About the role

The Department of Computer Science at UC Irvine anticipates potential openings for appointments in the Project Scientist series. Project Scientists make significant and creative contributions to research or creative projects in an academic discipline and/or may engage in University and public service.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D.) or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

Requirements

• Basic qualifications (required at time of application): Doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D.) or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

Skills

Appointment and advancement depend on technical contributions made to research. Positions may be full or part-time and are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. Initial appointments are typically one year. Renewal is based on the availability of support and need.

Benefits

Initial appointments are typically one year. Renewal is based on the availability of support and need.

Pay

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $100,400 - $229,000. See Table 37B Represented Project Scientist Series - Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position. T38 B and T38 B N

Schedule

Positions may be full or part-time and are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. Initial appointments are typically one year. Renewal is based on the availability of support and need.

Application

Note, that this recruitment is for potential openings in the future (i.e., an open pool) and does not guarantee availability. Application requirements include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, and three references.

Contact Information

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10229

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine 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 covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.