Specialist, RI-INBRE

🇺🇸 Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $60K - $70K

💻 Other

🗓️ October 7th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Specialist for the RI-INBRE program. The role involves organizing, managing, and developing activities for the Rhode Island IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship programs, coordinating Workforce Development and Training initiatives, supporting administrative functions, and facilitating communication and networking between the program and external entities.

Highlights

Manage and organize the RI-INBRE Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) programs.
Coordinate Workforce Development and Training (WDT) skillset modules with faculty and graduate students.
Support onboarding and scheduling for WDT trainees and assist with program activities.
Handle event logistics for annual networking and advisory functions.
Prepare progress reports and track student career metrics for RI-INBRE and WDT.
Serve as a liaison between RI-INBRE/WDT and funding agencies.
Engage with biotech businesses and organizations to enhance workforce programs and create networking opportunities.
Coordinate, edit, and publish the semiannual RI-INBRE newsletter and manage communications.
Assist in grant renewal processes for RI-INBRE and related grants.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, minimum two years of teamwork experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and ability to work with diverse groups.
Preferred experience in STEM research or academic settings and working with faculty and students.
Technical proficiency expected in Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat, and general computer tools.
Compensation range is $60,000 - $70,000 annually.
Employment type is full-time, calendar year, limited through 12/31/2026 with anticipated renewal.