Assistant Implementation Science Jobs in Rhode Island

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Clinical Associate / Full Professor of Education
Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by April 20, 2026. Applications received after April 20, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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.
The University of Rhode Island's Feinstein College of Education (COEDU) seeks applicants for a non-tenure-track Clinical Associate/Full Professor in Education with a focus on coordinating the newly designed Doctorate in Education (EdD) program. This is a full-time, nine-month appointment beginning in Fall 2026. The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their teaching, practice scholarship, and/or service, will enhance the College's commitment to equitable educational practices and academic excellence.
The University of Rhode Island is a research-intensive university (Carnegie R1 research classification, as of January 2025) with a commitment to high-quality teaching and community partnerships. COEDU is a community of educational scholars, leaders, and practitioners with a shared commitment to enhancing equity and inclusion within and outside of schools, bridging research and practice, and serving diverse and underserved populations.
URl's EdD program will launch in fall 2026 to address the urgent and growing need for advanced educational leaders who can respond to the complexities of today's learning environments across education: PK-12, higher education, nonprofit, government, and industry settings to investigate complex problems of practice and implement evidence-informed solutions. This practice-focused, cohort-based doctoral program prepares scholar-practitioners to investigate complex problems of practice, synthesize diverse forms of evidence, and implement actionable, equity-centered solutions that improve learning and organizational outcomes. The curriculum emphasizes applied inquiry, implementation science, organizational learning, and leadership for change. All core EdD courses are delivered fully online to support working professionals, while applied focus electives may be taken online or in person, allowing students to tailor their learning to their professional goals. The Ed.D is part of a growing doctoral community in the college. As such, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with the coordinator of the Ph.D. in Education program, as well as faculty across the college.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The COEDU seeks a colleague who can effectively coordinate this multi-disciplinary program, collaborate with faculty across departments and colleges, and support students whose applied research interests vary widely. Candidates with expertise in quantitative and/or mixed-methods approaches are especially encouraged to apply, as these skills will strengthen students' ability to engage in high-quality applied research and data-informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will be committed to practice-based scholarship, student-centered advising, and fostering an inclusive and supportive learning community within this new doctoral program.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinating and advising students in the EdD program; teaching graduate and undergraduate courses including, but not limited to EdD core courses, such as change leadership, systems improvement, and education policy; supervising doctoral praxis projects design and completion; developing and maintaining an appropriate agenda of practice scholarship and funding; collaborating with COEDU graduate programs; and engaging in sustainable partnerships across PK-12, higher education, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and industry.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other duties as required, which may also include teaching courses and advising in additional programs in the College.
LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printer, word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
1. Ph.D/Ed.D. in Education or closely related field.
2. Expertise in project and/or program management in an educational setting.
3. Evidence of effective mentoring or advising of adult learners to improve professional practice and/or organizational performance.
4. Record of practice scholarship (i.e. applied research to improve professional practice and/or organizational performance) commensurate with level of experience, including demonstrated potential for developing, securing, and managing externally funded projects.
5. Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
6. Proficiency in written communication skills.
7. Commitment to and/or experience in equity, social justice, and inclusion in education.
8. Ability working with diverse groups/populations.
PREFERRED:
1. Evidence of effective teaching at the graduate or undergraduate level (online or in-person).
2. Experience in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods applied research.
3. Experience developing, maintaining, and/or engaging in collaborative and professional partnerships.
EEO Statement:
URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state's public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.
Union
Non-Union Faculty
Status
Academic Year, Full-time, Limited
End Date of Restriction or Limitation
This position is a full-time, academic year appointment, limited to 06/30/2030 with the possibility of renewal.
Department Information
Department
School of Education
Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Email
Campus Location
Kingston
Grant Funded
No
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Faculty Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter/Letter of Application (must address how you meet required and, if relevant, preferred qualifications) as one complete document.
(#2) Curriculum Vitae.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants may be asked at a later date to send the committee up to two samples of practice scholarship as part of the review process.
Note: References will be upon request by the search committee.
Posting Information
Position Number
106396
Posting Number
F00522
Posting Date
04/01/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16580