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University of Rhode Island

Project Coordinator, Research NIUVT

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $70K - $89K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ December 17th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Project Coordinator, Research NIUVT. This role supports faculty by planning, organizing, and coordinating grant and contract administration for multiple applied research projects, ensuring successful completion and adherence to Department of Defense security requirements.

Highlights
  • Manage project master operating documents and maintain detailed project records.
  • Enforce research security and cybersecurity requirements for DOD controlled unclassified work.
  • Coordinate contract and deliverable milestones, including reports to partners and sponsors.
  • Organize technical research group meetings and bi-annual program reviews with strict security adherence.
  • Collaborate with academic, industry, and government partners to facilitate research collaboration and minimize risk.
  • Use project management software experience and proficiency in Google and Microsoft productivity apps.
  • Requires U.S. citizenship, bachelor's degree, and minimum four years of project management or related experience.
  • Anticipated salary range: $70,000 - $89,000 annually; full-time limited term through December 31, 2026 with possible renewal.
  • Requires willingness to travel within Rhode Island and Connecticut for meetings and events.
  • Preferred qualifications include master's degree, PMP certification, grant writing, coding skills, military experience, and ability to obtain DOD security clearance.