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Temporary Researchers (Assistant Specialists & Associate Specialists) for Electrical and Computer Engineering

Position overview

Position title: Specialist Series (Assistant Specialist & Associate Specialist)
Salary range: The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 24B for the salary range at UCSB. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $59,800-$67,700 annual (Assistant Specialist), and $72,400-$84,400 annual (Associate Specialist). “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
Percent time: Vary from part-time to full-time.
Anticipated start: Appointments are subject to availability of funding and departmental needs.
Review timeline: Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed.
Position duration: Range from short term to long term.

Application Window

Open date: November 1, 2023

Most recent review date: Thursday, Apr 25, 2024 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: Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 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 Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for a pool of temporary research positions (Assistant Specialists & Associate Specialists).

Assistant Specialists enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of the research.

Associate Specialists normally provide considerable independent input into the planning and execution of the research, have a record of academic accomplishments, and includes contributions to published research in the field.

Appointees to the Specialist series engage in specialized research, professional activity, and University and/or public service. Specialists use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions to the research enterprise of the University and to achieve recognition in the professional and scientific community. Specialists may participate in University and/or public service depending upon funding source and duties of the position.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

The posting will remain open until October 31, 2024 to accommodate department needs. Appointment start date and program duration will be determined when positions become available. The pool will close on October 31, 2024; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Please note: The use of temporary research titles pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the “Next Review Date” specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applicants for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Must have a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communications, or related field at the time of application.

Preferred qualifications

Educational background and five years or more of research experience desired in the areas of: Computer Engineering, Communications, Control & Signal Processing, or Electronics and Photonics.

Application Requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

  • Publications - Please upload up to 3 publications
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)

Applicants must provide the names and email addresses for 3 references. The committee will contact references for top candidates using the reference contact information provided.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02638

Help contact: financial-analyst@ece.ucsb.edu

About UC Santa Barbara

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA