[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant Project Scientist, Sierra Nevada Research Institute (SNRI) at UC Merced

Tue Mar 3 11:26:39 MST 2026

https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02050

Position overview*Position title:* Assistant Project Scientist
*Salary range:* See Table 37B
<https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t37-b.pdf>
for
the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position
is $76,700 annually.
*Percent time:* 100%
*Anticipated start:* April 15, 2026
*Position duration:* This position has a current end date of June 30, 2028
Application Window

*Open date: *February 9, 2026

*Most recent review date:* Monday, Feb 23, 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: *Monday, Aug 3, 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.
Position description

The Sierra Nevada Research Institute (SNRI) at UC Merced (
http://snri.ucmerced.edu) is seeking a full-time Assistant Project
Scientist position to support the emerging UC Merced Earth Institute and
its affiliated Centers through research, team development, co-production of
knowledge, and engagement in focal areas, particularly fire resilience,
sustainable energy, and nature-based climate solutions. The successful
candidate will have a strong record of climate and environmental research
and will help generate scientific communications related to climate
information and research outcomes.

Depending on field of expertise, the successful candidate may identify
management, technology uptake, and climate solution adoption barriers, and
refine approaches to inform adaptive management of natural resources under
variable and changing climate; they may also lead development,
implementation, and evaluation of outreach related to resource management
and climate communications. Activities may result in a synthesis of
knowledge compiled into peer-reviewed publications.

The Assistant Project Scientist is expected to work with institute
leadership in developing proposals for funding from federal, state
agencies, and other funding organizations.
Qualifications
*Basic qualifications*

Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Natural Sciences or a relevant area
*Preferred qualifications*

The ideal candidate should have a strong publication record related to
climate and environmental research; well-developed data analysis and/or
modeling skills; and excellent written communication, organizational, and
interpersonal skills; and demonstrated success in research and/or research
training grant acquisition.
Application Requirements
*Document requirements*

   -

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

   Cover Letter
   -

   Statement of Research
   -

   Authorization to Release Information Form - 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.

   *Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here
   <https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/shortcuts/authorization_release_form>.
   Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information
   Release to your application.*

*Reference requirements*

   - 3-5 required (contact information only)

*Apply link:* https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02050

*Help contact:* mstephens3 at ucmerced.edu
About UC Merced

*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.*

*Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of
Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of
Information Release Form
<https://academicpersonnel.ucmerced.edu/sites/academicpersonnel.ucmerced.edu/files/documents/authorization_release_of_information_form_rev_2025-05-15.pdf>.*

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States.
UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the
United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants
who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for
this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
<https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH>, the UC Anti-Discrimination
Policy <https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination>, and APM
035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
<https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf>.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of
California system’s 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public
universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently
designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to
innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and
graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness)
<https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics>, UC Merced
provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly
qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad.
The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on
the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports
the economic development of Central California.

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. This includes the University
of California Policy on Vaccination Programs
<https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy>.
Job location
Merced, CA
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