Research Assistant I (Psychology) (COPE)
- University of Rhode Island
- Kingston, South Kingstown, RI, USA
- Jan 20, 2026
Job Description
Posting Number: SF02114
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 1
Pay Grade Range: Hiring Salary Range: $32,261 - $46,535
Department: Psychology
Campus Location:
Job Description Summary:
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by February 16, 2026. Applications received after February 16, 2026 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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POSITION SUMMARY:
Work with a multidisciplinary team of psychologists on an NIH-funded project using intensive longitudinal data to examine return to substance use following residential substance use treatment. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, assist in the acquisition and management of participant information for this research project. Administer and adhere to the research protocol, including recruitment of participants from treatment setting, participant interviews, preparing and maintaining study records, and entering study data. Opportunities to participate in manuscripts development and conference presentations will be available.
Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct recruitment of research participants.
Screen potential participants for study eligibility.
Conduct structured diagnostic interviews.
Administer computerized self-report questionnaires.
Train participants to complete mobile app surveys.
Monitor compliance of mobile app surveys.
Utilize tactics to enhance compliance and retention.
Administer qualitative interviews to research participants.
Enter data and maintain databases.
Support day-to-day clerical operations in support of research.
Support manuscript preparation.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher); SPSS; Endnote; social media; relevant laboratory equipment. Must have own transportation.
Posting Date: 01/16/2026
To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16116
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