Research Associate

The Maine Access to Inclusive Education Resources (MAIER) and the College of Education and Human Development collaborate with partners both in and outside of the University of Maine in various areas, including autism education, research, and outreach, education practice and policy, child health and development, STEM education, and applied technology.  As a Research Associate, this person will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of research projects funded by state, federal, and private agencies. In addition, this person will assist in communications and projects associated with the goals and objectives of MAIER and for the development and maintenance of community-based programs and partnerships. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $50,000 to $54,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

Required:

• A Master's Degree and at least five years of professional experience.

Demonstrated experience in the following areas: 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Increased proficiency in writing research reports and grants required.
• High level of proficiency in writing and adapting communications for a variety of audiences. 
• Demonstrated increased levels of responsibility and initiative.  
• Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and manage projects, including training and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students and community volunteers.  
• Demonstrated ability to conduct outreach efforts and initiate and sustain effective partnerships on behalf of MAIER to both campus community and the greater Maine community.
• Demonstrated increased level of proficiency in designing research or evaluation studies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and conduct most aspects of a research or evaluation project including: development of protocols, data collection, report writing, and presentation of findings to clients or stakeholders. Train and supervise undergraduate and graduate student work. 
• Demonstrated proficiency with at least one of the following:
• Basic statistical and quantitative methods (survey design and administration, T-tests, ANOVA)
• Basic qualitative research methods (e.g. data collection: interviewing, focus groups, observation, document analysis, & data analysis)
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting research or evaluation using mixed methods (quantitative and qualitative).
• Demonstrated ability with basic database management and the use of spreadsheet software.
• Experience in university-based research setting is preferred.
• Ability to travel, typically requiring a valid Maine Driver's License.  

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Search Timeline is as follows:
Review of applications to begin: February 5, 2024
Screening interviews to begin no earlier than: February 15, 2024
On-site interviews to begin no earlier than: February 19, 2024
Tentative start date: March 1, 2024

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Sarah Howorth at sarah.howorth@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).