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Sr. Research Associate 1

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The University of Miami’s (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, Coral Restoration Lab has an exciting full-time position for a Sr. Research Associate 1 to support all education, outreach, and citizen science activities as part of the Rescue a Reef program (RAR). Rescue a Reef is UM’s citizen science program designed to build both community and coastal resilience through public engagement, education, and coral restoration.

Rescue a Reef is seeking a highly motivated candidate to help coordinate and carry out all program education, outreach, and citizen science activities. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated interest in coral conservation and community engagement as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills.


Responsibilities included, but are not limited to:

  • Organize community events and citizen science expeditions
  • Lead education, outreach, and communication activities
  • Co-host citizen science coral restoration expeditions
  • Develop and disseminate educational materials
  • Manage program’s email, social media, and science communication strategies
  • Spearhead fundraising campaigns
  • Train and co-supervise program team members
  • Track, evaluate, and report program and restoration metrics

In addition to helping run the Rescue a Reef program, the employee will support the coral research, husbandry, and restoration activities of Dr. Lirman’s Coral Restoration Lab.

Position requirements

  • Master’s Degree  in marine science
  • AAUS Diving Certification
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Ability to conduct physically demanding field work
  • Flexibility to work long/variable hours including occasional evenings and weekends



The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A8

Average salary estimate

$70000 / YEARLY (est.)
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DATE POSTED
July 24, 2025
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