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**Position overview ** **Position title: ** Assistant Researcher

**Salary range: ** The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13 for the current salary scale for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,400 - $122,100.

**Percent time: ** 100%

**Anticipated start: ** July 2026

**Position duration: ** One year with the possibility of an extension depending on performance and continuation of appropriate funding.

**Application Window**

**Open date: **March 9, 2026

**Most recent review date: ** Tuesday, Mar 31, 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: **Friday, Apr 10, 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 Perlmutter Lab at UC Berkeley is seeking applications for an Assistant Researcher that specializes in the analysis of wide-field imaging and spectroscopic data from ground-based (e.g., Subaru/HSC) and space-based observatories (e.g., HST, JWST, and the recently announced Lazuli), as well as the design and planning of related observing programs.

The Assistant Researcher will be charged with performing independent research aimed at improving the precision and accuracy of observational cosmology experiments, namely those that rely on measuring luminosity distance with redshift, and particularly measurements of the expansion rate. The candidate will lead efforts to develop and/or adapt cutting-edge image analysis and statistical techniques for the purpose of improving the precision of such luminosity distance cosmology experiments, with a lean toward space-based datasets.

We expect the candidate to play a leadership role in this research, which is expected to require a small to mid-size research effort involving grad students and/or postdocs, and ideally multiple funding sources. They will present their research at inter/national conferences and publish work in peer-reviewed journals, either as lead author or in a mentorship role to others.

The Assistant Researcher's routes of inquiry would help advance key UC Berkeley cosmology initiatives, in part by bringing together a range of experts who can apply novel advanced statistical techniques not typically deployed in the field.

**Lab Contract **: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/academic-researchers/contract/

**Qualifications**

**Basic qualifications ** (required at time of application)

Ph.D. or equivalent International Degree.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- At least three years of post-doctoral experience, with a significant amount having been performed independently.

- Expert in observational cosmology, in particular in the measurement of extragalactic distances using, e.g., Type Ia supernovae, Cepheid variable stars, and/or Tip of the Red Giant Branch.

- Expertise with processing and analyzing imaging data from space telescope facilities such as the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes.

- Expert in the identification and control of systematic errors in observational cosmology experiments.

- Strong publication record at well-respected journals.

- Experience mentoring students and junior colleagues.

**Application Requirements**

**Document requirements**

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

- Statement of Research

**Reference Requirements**

- 3 required (contact information only)

**Apply link: ** https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05300

**Help contact: ** leisa@berkeley.edu

**About UC Berkeley**

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

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.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

**Job location**

Berkeley, CA

**To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05300**

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Assistant Researcher - Physics Department

**Position overview ** **Position title: ** Assistant Researcher

**Salary range: ** The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table13 B for the current salary scale(s) for this position. The current base salary range for this position is $93,400 -$122,100. "Off-scale" salaries, which yield compensation 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: ** 100%

**Review timeline: ** Spring 2026

**Position duration: ** Two years, with the possibility of reappointment based on performance and availability of funding.

**Application Window**

**Open date: **April 7, 2026

**Next review date: ** Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

**Final date: **Friday, May 8, 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 Department of Physics at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant Researcher to work in the area of particle and nuclear physics.

This position will be in the Weak Interaction group in the Physics Department of UC Berkeley. The group focuses on searches for Lepton Number and Lepton Flavor violating processes with the CUORE and CUPID experiments at Gran Sasso, Italy; the MOLLER experiment at Jefferson Laboratory; and the Mu2e experiment at Fermilab.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research and development of novel instrumentation for particle and nuclear physics experiments. In particular, they will lead the development of state-of-the-art bolometric detectors for the CUPID experiment, including design, organization, deployment, operations, simulations, and data analysis of the detectors at underground laboratories and locally at UC Berkeley. They will also develop new simulation and analysis tools for the searches for lepton number violation with CUORE, CUPID, and related experiments. Prepare high-profile publications and annual reports to the Department of Energy, and assist in developing funding proposals

**Labor Contract **: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/academic-researchers/contract/

**Department **: https://physics.berkeley.edu/

**Weak Ineraction Grouip **: https://physics.berkeley.edu/research-faculty/nuclear-physics

**Qualifications**

**Basic qualifications ** (required at time of application)

Ph.D. or equivalent international degree.

**Preferred Qualifications**

-  Ph.D. in Physics or Nuclear Engineering, with specialization in particle physics, nuclear physics, or instrumentation development.

-  5 years of experience since Ph.D. in particle and nuclear physics.

-  Expertise with operation of the cryogenic detectors.

-  Experience with the development of the analysis or simulation tools for rare event searches.

-  Demonstrated leadership in producing high profile scientific results.

-  Ability to mentor students.

-  Working knowledge of analysis and simulation tools (ROOT, Geant4).

-  Record of preparing scientific or technical publications in peer-reviewed journals.

**Application Requirements**

**Document requirements**

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

- Cover Letter

- Research Statement - Please discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans. This can include, for example, your publication record, awards, presentations, inclusive research practices that promote the excellence of your research, and areas for future research.

**Reference Requirements**

- 3 required (contact information only)

**Apply link: ** https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05296

**Help contact: ** cwelden@berkeley.edu

**About UC Berkeley**

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

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.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

**Job location**

Berkeley, CA

**To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05296**

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Assistant Researcher - Department of Physics - University of California, Berkeley

**Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher, Green Economy Program (Associate/Full Specialist) - UC Berkeley Labor Center**

**Position overview ** **Position title: ** Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher,

**Salary range: ** The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: Represented Specialist Series Salary Scale. A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $75,600-$128,400.

**Percent time: ** 100%

**Anticipated start: ** Spring 2026

**Position duration: ** 1 year, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance

**Application Window**

**Open date: **April 5, 2026

**Next review date: ** Monday, Apr 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

**Final date: **Wednesday, Jul 1, 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**

**Department Overview**

The UC Berkeley Labor Center, at the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE), UC Berkeley, conducts research and education on issues related to labor and employment. The Labor Center's curricula and leadership training serve to educate a diverse new generation of labor leaders. The Labor Center carries out policy-relevant research on topics such as job quality and workforce development and works with unions, policymakers, and other stakeholders to develop innovative policy perspectives and programs. The Labor Center provides an important source of research and information on unions and the changing workforce for students, scholars, policymakers, and the public. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact, high-visibility organization and to work with a nationally recognized team of researchers, policy analysts, and educators. We have nearly 40 diverse staff members.

**Position Description**

The UC Berkeley Labor Center, at the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE), UC Berkeley, has an opening for a Policy Researcher or Senior Policy Researcher in its Green Economy Program, which may be hired at the Associate or Full Specialist rank, depending on years of work experience and educational background.

The Policy Researcher/ Senior Policy Researcher will contribute to the Program's research on workforce standards and strategies related to the energy transition, and worker-led approaches to economic development and industrial policy aimed at building the green economy. The position will involve significant collaboration with unions, environmental organizations, and community-based organizations, and other stakeholders at the state and federal level to advance a worker-led clean energy agenda.

**Responsibilities Include**

- Conduct policy research and analysis, and collaborate on developing new policy models, in the area of workforce standards, economic development, and industrial policy related to the energy transition

- Serve as co-author and/or lead author on policy research reports and briefing memos, and draft op-eds and public testimony

- Contribute to team's work providing technical assistance to stakeholders, policymakers, and media on policy debates surrounding labor and the energy transition

- Support Program Leads with outreach to partner organizations, build and strengthen relationships, and facilitate collaboration

- Work closely with the Program's team in identifying new research projects and opportunities for collaborating with field partners

- Support Program Leads with developing curriculum and delivering trainings for unions, worker advocates, and other stakeholders

- Supervise and mentor student workers

~~Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.~~

**Department **: https://irle.berkeley.edu/

**Unit **: https://laborcenter.berkeley.edu/

**Qualifications**

**Basic qualifications ** (required at time of application)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree

**Additional Qualifications (required At Time Of Start)**

**Associate Specialist**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least five (5) years of professional experience

OR

Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience

**Full Specialist**

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree and at least ten (10) years of professional experience

OR

Master's degree or equivalent international degree and at least eight (8) years of professional experience

OR

PhD or equivalent international degree and at least two (2) years of professional experience.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Master's or equivalent international degree with three (3) years experience in analyzing public policies at the federal, state, or local level (can include experience before the degree)

- Experience contributing to research on public policy, including tracking legislation and regulations, analyzing and comparing key concepts, and assessing promising policy models

- Familiarity with labor standards and/or climate and energy policies and/or industrial policy and/or economic development, with an understanding of core issues for workers and unions

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with unions and other stakeholders, such as environmental organizations and industry/employer associations

- Demonstrated facilitation and collaboration skills

- Strong policy writing skills

- Demonstrated experience in managing projects independently, meeting project timelines, managing stakeholder relationships, and working discreetly with confidential information

**Application Requirements**

**Document requirements**

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

- Cover Letter

- Writing Sample #1 - Applied research or policy writing

- Writing Sample #2 - Applied research or policy writing on which you were lead author and/or that focused on climate/energy policies or labor standards (Optional)

**Reference Requirements**

- 3-5 required (contact information only)

**Apply link: ** https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05332

**Help contact: ** laurel.lucia@berkeley.edu

**About UC Berkeley**

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

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.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

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.

- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

**Job location**

Berkeley, CA; Eligible for 3 days remote work

**To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05332**

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Policy Researcher/Senior Policy Researcher, Green Economy Program (Associate/Full Specialist)

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