Job Description
Position overview
Position title Jr. Specialist
Salary range A reasonable estimate that the University expects to pay for this position at 100 is 58300 - 62100.
Percent time Varies
Anticipated start Various start dates
Position duration Varies
Application Window
Open date July 17 2026
Next review date Tuesday Aug 4 2026 at 1159pm Pacific Time
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date Wednesday Sep 30 2026 at 1159pm 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 Physics at the University of California Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified Junior Specialists to conduct research in all our disciplines including Astrophysics and Cosmology Condensed Matter Theory and High Energy Theory. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Positions may range from part-time to 100 time. Positions may also be for 1 year or less than 1 year. Appointees at this level enable research as part of a team.
Please note there are two Jr. Specialist Pooled Recruitments. If your area of specialization is astrophysics or theoretical physics Condensed Matter Theory or High Energy Theory please apply for this pool JPF03029. If your area of specialization meets the qualifications for General Physics please apply for Pool 2 at JPF03129
The position will remain open until September 30 2026 to accommodate department needs. If you would like to continue to be considered after that time and the pool position is advertised again you will need to submit a new application.
Please note The use of a 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 interviewing applications 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 Bachelors degree in Physics or closely related field or be enrolled in a Bachelors program at the time of application.
Additional qualifications required at time of start A Bachelors degree is required in the following fields of Physics Physics Astrophysics and Cosmology Condensed Matter Theory or High Energy Theory by the time of appointment.
Preferred qualifications At least 2 years of previous research experience in Physics or closely related field.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference requirements
3 required contact information only
Provide the names email addresses and phone numbers of the references. References will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview AND you make the short list of candidates under consideration for hire.
Apply link httpsrecruit.ap.ucsb.eduJPF03029
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About UC Santa Barbara
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Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicants 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.
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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.
Job location Santa Barbara CA
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Industry | Education |
| Company Size | 1,500 to 1,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1891 |
| Website | http://www.ucsb.edu/ |
About Company
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