Research Associate I (NEMO)

University of Rhode Island

Rhode Island, USA 🇺🇸

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting NumberSF01954
Job TitleResearch Associate I (NEMO)
Position Number107275
FTE1.00
FLSAExempt
Position TypeProfessional Staff
UnionPSA/NEA – Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade LevelGrade Level: 7
Pay Grade RangeAnticipated Hiring Salary Range: $46,264 – $54,000
StatusCalendar Year, Full-time, Limited

Department Information

DepartmentNatural Resources Science
Contact(s)Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
Physical Demands
Campus LocationKingston
Grant FundedYes
Extension Contingency NotesThis is a full-time calendar year position, limited to 09/26/2026 with anticipated renewal.
Job Description SummaryThe search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by March 1, 2025. Applications received after March 1, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________About URI:The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State’s flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________BASIC FUNCTION:Perform independent research work and collaborate with research team.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Support School and Daycare Lead Sampling.Supervise student water samplers.Manage data reporting.Communicate with schools/daycares.Support PFAS Grant Activities.Network across university and partner organizations to determine locally relevant activities.Conduct an extensive literature review, documenting ongoing research of PFAS contamination, treatment, and community outreach/engagement activities.Coordinate and conduct water sampling efforts.Assist with outreach/engagement as needed.OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Meet regularly with the research team.Provide regular progress updates.Perform other duties as assigned.LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:Personal computers, printers, word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software. Excel. Google Sheets._________________________________________________________________________________________________

ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Required QualificationsREQUIRED:1. Master’s degree, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three to five years of research
experience.2. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.3. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.4. Demonstrated strategic thinking, logistical, and organizational skills.5. Demonstrated ability to work independently.6. Demonstrated experience reviewing and summarizing scientific literature.7. Demonstrated experience with data management (Excel/Google Sheets).8. Demonstrated experience with drinking water contaminants.9. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental ConditionsThis position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date02/10/2025
Closing Date
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.(#2) Resume.(#3) Other Document – References – please provide the names and contact information of references (as one complete pdf doc).
Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14735

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  2. Resume
  3. Other Document – References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Master’s degree, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three to five years of research experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have demonstrated experience reviewing and summarizing scientific literature?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have demonstrated experience with data management (Excel/Google Sheets)?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have demonstrated experience with drinking water contaminants?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Public Job Posting
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Website
    • Other

POSITION TYPE

ORGANIZATION TYPE

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL

DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development