Research & Development Engineer 2 at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
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About This Position
Overview
Job ID 35846125
Category Research and Development
Organization Bourns College of Engineering
Department Mechanical Engineering Dept
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $73,600 - $133,200
Date Posted June 9, 2025
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision General Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
Join Our Team at the Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering!Position overview:Drive the next generation of online education at UCR! We’re looking for an R&D Engineer 2 to build and refine AI powered tools that create and deliver multimedia content (videos, quizzes, presentations) on GESTALT, our proprietary learning platform.What you’ll do:•Develop & deploy AI content creation software .•Enhance and support the GESTALT platform, resolving bugs and optimizing performance.•Turn data into insights by collecting and analyzing user analytics to improve engagement.•Create and curate learning assets aligned with course objectives and accessibility standards.•Collaborate with faculty and guide undergraduate assistants.•Report & present technical progress to sponsors.Position details:If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow professionally, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career journey with the Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering.Please note: This position is grant‑funded and is contingent upon funding.The full salary range for this position is from $73,600.00 - $133,200.00. The expected salary range is up to $88,500.00. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.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.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. | Required |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum 2 years of related experience. | Preferred |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must pass a background check. | Required |
| Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical information to non‑technical audiences. |
| Proficiency in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, including frameworks such as FastAPI, Node.js, and React. |
| Ability to work in a collaborative manner, to assist in identifying any challenges or barriers. |
| Experience integrating web applications with Generative AI tools |
| Working knowledge of engineering principles and software development life‑cycle practices. |
| Ability to conduct statistical data analysis and visualize results to guide product decisions. |
| Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing assignments and meet deadlines. |
| Working knowledge of engineering principles and methods in order to independently perform professional engineering design work of limited scope and complexity. |
| Background in Mechanical Engineering with sufficient knowledge and skills in computer programming and software development. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
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 categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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