Research Project Coordinator - Jena, Louisiana - 528516

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Jena, LA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K - $55K 💻 Research 🗓️ February 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring a Research Project Coordinator for the Alabama Water Institute's CONSERVE Research Group. The role involves supporting the design, management, and implementation of research projects focused on rivercane ecosystem restoration and working closely with tribal communities. The coordinator promotes projects, acts as liaison between internal and external contacts, supervises students, and assists with data collection and creation of promotional materials.

Highlights

Coordinate research projects related to ecosystem restoration and rivercane population genetics.
Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with ESRI ArcGIS for mapping and data management.
Collect ecological and genetic field data under project leader guidance.
Collaborate with tribal governments and work with interdisciplinary teams.
Supervise students and develop promotional materials.
Required: Bachelor's degree, valid U.S. driver's license, and some project coordination experience.
Preferred: Advanced degree in science or environment-related fields and 3+ years of environmental field research experience.
Salary range: $44,200 - $55,300 (Salaried E6).
Works within the Alabama Water Institute focusing on water-related research and tribal ecosystem restoration projects spanning multiple southeastern states.
Strong skills needed in leadership, communication, GIS, data management, and proactive planning.