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University Of Rhode Island Applicant Portal | SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH GRANT ASSISTANT
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH GRANT ASSISTANT
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This is a full time calendar year position whihc includes full medical benefits including the tuition waiver at URI, CCRI and RIC. For a full list of the benefits package, visit the State of Rhode Island Classified benefits here:https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/
A criminal background check is required for the successful applicant. This requirement will be paid for by the University.
If you are a lateral transfer (same title as the posting) within ESP-URI/NEARI please contact Karen Healey in Human Resources at 874-5267 or [email protected] prior to applying to this position. The name of a contact person will be provided for all lateral transfers ONLY to schedule an informational meeting prior to the application deadline date.
THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY ESP-URI/NEARI. MEMBERS OF THIS UNION WILL RECEIVE PREFERENTIAL CONSIDERATION. IF THE POSITION IS NOT FILLED BY A CURRENT UNION MEMBER, WE WILL THEN CONSIDER OTHER APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION.
Posting Details
Position Information| Posting Number | CS02322 |
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| Job Title | SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH GRANT ASSISTANT |
| Position Number | 10223 |
| FTE | |
| FLSA | |
| Pay Rate | |
| Salary Range | $49,837 - $54,317 |
| Pay Grade Level | Grade 316 |
| Position Type | Classified Civil Service Staff |
| Union | ESP-URI/NEARI (Educational Support Professionals) |
| Status | Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited |
| Restriction or Limitation Reason | Funding |
| End Date of Restriction or Limitation | Limited to 11/27/2027 with anticipation of renewal. |
| Department | GSO Rhode Island Sea Grant |
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| Contact(s) | Karen G. Healey, MS Specialist, Talent Acquisition Office of Human Resource Administration 80 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881 |
| Contact Phone/Extension | 401-874-5267 |
| Contact Email | [email protected] |
| Physical Demands | |
| Campus Location | Narragansett Bay Campus |
| Building(s) | |
| Grant Funded | |
| Extension Contingent on Funding Date | |
| Extension Contingency Notes | |
| Duties and Responsibilities |
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: At the University of Rhode Island, to assist a Principal Investigator with and provide support related services for the execution of grant funded research endeavors by monitoring and allocating awarded funds, predicting future financial requirements and by providing a high level of clerical support that includes the creating of the final proof of complex submitted research proposals, research reports and scientific papers via the usage of automated office equipment; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a Principal Investigator adhering to established instructions and procedures with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment; work is generally in final form when completed but may be checked for accuracy and compliance with prescribed instructions and procedures. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises and coordinates the work of subordinates providing related research support services. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: At the University of Rhode island, to assist a Principal Investigator with and provide support related services for the execution of grant funded research endeavors by monitoring and allocating awarded funds, predicting future financial requirements and by providing a high level of clerical support that includes the creating of the final proof of complex submitted research proposals, research reports and scientific papers via the usage of automated office equipment. To introduce, modify existing or develop new office automation aids required for the successful execution, monitoring and completion of research projects. To prepare graphics, organize data and determine the formats for such data. To maintain records and files. To assist with the development, execution and control of a budget according to established procedures and in the prediction of future financial requirements. To supervise and coordinate the work of subordinates providing related research support services. To do related work as required. |
| Required Qualifications | REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the operation of office systems and software packages utilized for creating, editing and storing of scientific research documents, corresponding graphics and awarded funds; a familiarity with the principles and practices utilized for budget preparation including the ability to predict future financial requirements; a thorough knowledge of general office practices, commercial arithmetic and business English; the ability to research and develop new or modify existing office automation aids required for the successful completion of research projects; the ability to maintain files and records; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates and other employees; the ability to supervise, coordinate and review the work of subordinates assigned to assist; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a two year college including courses in basic accounting, office practice, typing and the operation of automated office equipment and supplemented by courses in engineering or physical/biological sciences; and EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible clerical position involving the performance of office tasks inclusive of complex automatic typing and basic accounting. OR: any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Environmental Conditions | This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions |
| Work Hours | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM — Monday through Friday Days Off: Saturday & Sunday |
| Posting Date | 10/10/2026 |
| Closing Date | 10/20/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | This is a full time calendar year position whihc includes full medical benefits including the tuition waiver at URI, CCRI and RIC. For a full list of the benefits package, visit the State of Rhode Island Classified benefits here: https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/ A criminal background check is required for the successful applicant. This requirement will be paid for by the University. If you are a lateral transfer (same title as the posting) within ESP-URI/NEARI please contact Karen Healey in Human Resources at 874-5267 or [email protected] prior to applying to this position. The name of a contact person will be provided for all lateral transfers ONLY to schedule an informational meeting prior to the application deadline date. THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY ESP-URI/NEARI. MEMBERS OF THIS UNION WILL RECEIVE PREFERENTIAL CONSIDERATION. IF THE POSITION IS NOT FILLED BY A CURRENT UNION MEMBER, WE WILL THEN CONSIDER OTHER APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17182 |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Have you graduated from either a two or four year college?
- Yes
- No
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Have you taken course(s) in basic accounting?
- Yes
- No
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Have you taken any courses in engineering, physical/biological science?
- Yes
- No
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Have you been employed in a responsible clerical position involving the performance of office tasks inclusive of COMPLEX automatic typing and BASIC ACCOUNTING?
- Yes
- No
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Are you currently a State employee within Union ESP-URI/NEARI?
- Yes - I understand that if I am a lateral transfer and the senior most bidder, I must accept this position. Please contact Karen Healey in HR with questions about this at (401)874-5267.
- No
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