Research Assistant III (Wildlife Field)

The University of Rhode Island is hiring a full-time Research Assistant III for wildlife field research, limited to October 18, 2025. Responsibilities include conducting field research, data collection, and maintaining technical instruments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in environmental or wildlife science and at least three years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups are essential.
About the position

This is a full-time calendar year position limited to October 18, 2025 with anticipated renewal. Under minimal supervision, perform routine and non-routine field research and collection, reporting, and analysis of data.

Responsibilities
• Perform routine and non-routine field research and collection and reporting of data.
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• Assist in performing field research and collection, reporting, and analysis of data.
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• Handle and maintain technical field instruments (e.g., scopes and binocular equipment, field collection of biological samples) required for completing field research work.
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• Perform other routine duties as required.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in environmental or wildlife science (e.g., Wildlife & Conservation Biology, Environmental Science & Management).
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• Minimum of three years of experience in environmental or wildlife science field surveys and data collection.
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• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
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• Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
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• Demonstrated ability to identify coastal waterbird species.

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