Posting Details Position Information

Posting Number SF01967 Job Title Marine Research Assistant II Position Number 109044 FTE 0.60 FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 3 Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $35,054 - $50,383 (to be prorated to reflect a 21-hour work week) Status Calendar Year, Part-time, Limited Department Information

Department GSO Research 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 Narragansett Bay Campus Grant Funded Yes Extension Contingency Notes This is a part-time (21 hour per week), calendar year position limited to September 30, 2025, with anticipated renewal. Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by March 25, 2025. Applications received after March 25, 2025, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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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.

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About the Ocean Observatories Initiative Facility Board:

The Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) is a major research equipment and facilities construction project funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). NSF designated an Ocean Observatories Initiative Facility Board (OOIFB) to provide community-driven, independent input and evaluation of the activities and performance of NSF OOI. The OOIFB provides pathways to expand scientific and public awareness of NSF OOI, and ensures that the oceanographic community is kept informed of NSF OOI developments.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with the execution of all Ocean Observatories Initiative Facility Board (OOIFB) Administrative Support Office (ASO) activities, including the support of virtual meetings, community workshops, conference events, and other OOIFB programs. Act as lead support for the design and maintenance of the OOIFB website, and promote OOIFB activities through email, web posts, and social media.

Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the OOIFB Administrative Support Office (ASO) Principal Investigator (PI), OOIFB and Committee members, federal agency representatives, and the OOI Program team in developing and implementing mandated activities.

Collaborate with the PI, ASO staff, OOIFB members, federal agency representatives and other partners to organize, plan, and implement community events, board and committee meetings, and other special projects (virtual or in-person), including but not limited to event set up and breakdown, audio-visual setup, support and coordination, registration, notetaking, and other relevant tasks.

Provide lead support for the design, development, and maintenance of the OOIFB website and its associated digital resources.

Develop, implement, and maintain social media and other communication strategies to effectively support OOIFB community engagement priorities. Assist in the dissemination of the results and products of OOIFB programs.

Organize and maintain OOIFB/ASO email systems and listservs.

Support the development of OOIFB, publications, brochures, and other printed materials. Assist in graphic design and layout for OOIFB publications, online registration forms, meeting badges, and other resources, presentations, and newsletters.

Develop research, promotional, and outreach materials to be delivered at national science conventions and symposiums.

Assist the PI and OOIFB in the creation of accurate and timely reports and summary documents for the OOIFB and its committees, federal agency representatives, the OOI operators, and the broader scientific community. Communicate regularly and effectively with the PI and other ASO personnel on all activities.

Provide researchers with an additional OOIFB point-of-contact to answer procedural questions as they relate to OOIFB sponsored activities.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the PI with proposal preparation and grant reporting.

Perform additional duties as requested.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers and printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software, including Microsoft and Google Workspace tools (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive); graphics/digital design and web design software (Adobe products, Word Press, etc.); and familiarity with video recording and streaming platforms (e.g. Panopto or related).

Required Qualifications REQUIRED:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or other related field, or in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, etc.).

2. Demonstrated computer experience (i.e., graphics, word processing and spreadsheet software).

3. Demonstrated experience supporting, maintaining, and/or designing a website and/or web content.

4. Demonstrated experience working with social media, including content creation and audience engagement.

5. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communications skills.

6. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

7. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

8. Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical, and organizational skills.

9. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:

1. Demonstrated experience supporting meetings and other events.

2. Demonstrated experience working with digital media capture and editing.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14814 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or other related field, or in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, etc.)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated computer experience (i.e., graphics, word processing and spreadsheet software)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience supporting, maintaining, and/or designing a website and/or web content? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience working with social media, including content creation and audience engagement? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations? Yes No How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other