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Research Coordinator II

🇺🇸 Broward, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $53K

💻 Research

🗓️ August 19th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Florida Sea Grant is hiring a Research Coordinator II to support the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Coral Protection and Restoration program. The Coordinator will administer funding, lead ecosystem restoration projects, and facilitate communication between agencies to align efforts with state coral reef resilience priorities.

Highlights

  • Manage and administer state funding, contracts, and grants in compliance with regulations.
  • Lead or co-lead coral ecosystem restoration and propagation projects, including budget negotiation and deliverable review.
  • Provide technical support for the Florida Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative and coordinate collaboration among stakeholders.
  • Facilitate meetings, workshops, and communication efforts to support coral reef restoration priorities and share information.
  • Maintain partnerships with resource users, NGOs, educational institutions, and government agencies.
  • Bachelor's degree plus two years relevant experience required; Master’s degree and additional experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Florida coral reef restoration techniques and experience with stakeholder facilitation preferred.
  • Salary estimated at $52,530 annually.
  • May participate in field activities including snorkeling and SCUBA diving with proper certification and supervisor approval.
  • Expected to complete Florida Certified Contract Manager Training if not already certified.