Research Assistant III (Wildlife Field)

The University of Rhode Island is seeking a full-time Research Assistant III (Wildlife Field) in South Kingstown, RI. The role involves conducting routine and non-routine field research, data collection, reporting, and analysis under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include handling technical field instruments and performing various research duties. The position is limited to October 18, 2025, with potential renewal and requires a full-time commitment.
Posting Details



Position Information




Posting Number
SF01925


Job Title
Research Assistant III (Wildlife Field)


Position Number
106226


FTE
1.00


FLSA
Non-Exempt


Position Type
Professional Staff


Union
PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc


Pay Grade Level
Grade Level: 5


Pay Grade Range
Salary Range: $40,316 - $58,325


Status
Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited





Department Information




Department
Natural 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 Location
Kingston


Grant Funded
No


Extension Contingency Notes
This is full-time calendar year position limited to October 18, 2025 with anticipated renewal.


Job Description Summary

BASIC FUNCTION:Under minimal supervision, perform routine and non-routine field research and collection, reporting, and analysis of data.



Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under minimal supervision as performing routine and non-routine field research and collection and reporting of data.Assist in performing field research and collection, reporting, and analysis of data.Handle and maintain technical field instruments (e.g., scopes and binocular equipment, field collection of biological samples) required for completing field research work.OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform other routine duties as required.LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management, Geographic Information System (GIS) and spreadsheet software.____________________________________________________________________________________________ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.#LI-DNI



Required Qualifications

REQUIRED:1. Bachelor’s degree in environmental or wildlife science (e.g., Wildlife & Conservation Biology, Environmental Science & Management).2. Minimum of three years of experience in environmental or wildlife science field surveys and data collection.3. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.4. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.6. Demonstrated ability to identify coastal waterbird species.



Preferred Qualifications



Environmental Conditions
This position will require regular field visits to aquaculture sites, and will involve exposure to insects, poison ivy and inclement weather.


Posting Date
12/24/2024


Closing Date
01/07/2025


Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:(#1) Cover letter.(#2) Resume.(#3) “Other Document-References” – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).



Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14567