Associate Researcher

Position overview\n \nPosition title: Associate Researcher\n \nSalary range: $120,300 - $151,900\n \nReview timeline: First review will 2 weeks from review date.\n \nApplication Window\n \nOpen date: August 4, 2026 \n \nNext review date: Tuesday, Aug 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)\n \nApply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. \n \nFinal date: Thursday, Sep 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)\n \nApplications 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. \n \nPosition description\n \nAssociate Researcher will perform independent research on air pollution and stroke risk (funded by the American Heart Association) as well as contribute scientifically to other air pollution (including wildfire smoke) related studies currently conducted in the department (funded by NIH and others) that are addressing pregnancy and child outcomes as well as neurodegenerative diseases including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an independent research portfolio that complements the laboratory's research program, including pursuing extramural funding as Principal Investigator and establishing collaborative research initiatives. The individual should be able to supervise graduate and undergraduate student researchers, postdocs and other junior lab members, and be willing to contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals by other lab members. This position requires a Ph.D. in Epidemiology and a minimum of 5 years of experience in related research and/or public health administration in this field. The Associate Researcher position is a non-Senate position for 12 months in the first instance. Step is commensurate with experience.\n \nSalary range is $120,300 - $151,900\n \nThe collaborative research the applicant will be asked to contribute to focuses on the health effects of air pollution on the brain. The candidate will have the opportunity to design new studies based on existing data and resources and be responsible for all elements of data processing and complex statistical analyses, including longitudinal study designs. As the research program develops, the candidate will also be expected to initiate and lead independent research projects that complement and expand the laboratory's research portfolio.\n \nSpecific Responsibilities include:\n \nResponsibilities of this position include study design, large data processing (such as multi-year air pollution and wildfire data), statistical analyses, and literature review and manuscript and grant preparation.\n \nAdditional Duties:\n\n Supervision of undergraduates, graduate students and new postdoctoral trainees in the lab.\u2022 Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and effectively.\u2022 Ability to work independently on scientific projects.\u2022 Assist with preparation of grant proposals.\u2022 Preparation of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.\u2022 Required to communicate well with other scientists and engage in collaborative projects.\u2022 Candidate should have >5 years research experience in a research or academic setting or equivalent.\u2022 Candidate should have extensive experience in epidemiologic studies.\u2022 The candidate will report directly to the Principal Investigator and will successfully carry out data analyses with minimal supervision.\u2022 Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.\u2022 Ability to help and train various personnel in technical skills and make significant contributions to the design and execution of other epidemiologic studies in the PI's lab.\n \nQualifications\n \nBasic qualifications\n \nPh.D. or similar\n \nPreferred qualifications\n \nPh.D. in Environmental Epidemiology and a minimum of 10 years of experience in research and demonstrated experience in extramural grants and public health service.\n \nApplication Requirements\n \nDocument requirements\n\n Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. \n \n\n Cover Letter (Optional)\n \n\n Statement of Research\n \n\n Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form \n \n\n UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. \n \nThe UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: \n \nDeepen our engagement with Los Angeles \n \nExpand our reach as a global university \n \nEnhance our research and creative activities \n \nElevate how we teach \n \nBecome a more effective institution \n \nPrompt for candidates for recruitment: \n \nReflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service \n \n\n \nReference requirements\n\n 3-5 required (contact information only)\n \nReferences for serious candidates may be contacted.\n \nApply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11200\n \nHelp contact: jlinares@ph.ucla.edu\n \nAbout UCLA\n \nAs 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. \n \nThe 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.\n \nAs 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.\n\n "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.\n UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy \n UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties \n* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment\n \nJob location\n \nLos Angeles, CA\n\n