Human Resources – Employment Website

Welcome to Employment at UMaine website. Use the navigation links under categories to browse or find the position you are looking for. If the category is not listed chances are there are no jobs posted in that category or the category is not used.  Most recent job ads will appear under Recent Posts.  All ads on this site are current job openings. All job ads are archived under the month they were posted. We accept resumes for advertised positions only.

The University of Maine accepts applications for temporary employment. Human Resources Temporary Employment Services fills positions in various University departments needed for short term periods. Fringe benefits are not included for temporary hires. Hourly wage varies according to job title. To apply for a classified and temporary position follow the guidelines listed on the page How to apply for a Classified Position. To apply for a salaried position please follow the instructions within the ad. Please call 581-1581 for further information.

Job openings for classified (hourly) positions are posted on Fridays. Vacant hourly and temporary positions can also be accessed via our Jobs Line at 581- 4567. Jobs Line is updated on Fridays.

For assistance please email hrweb@umit.maine.edu or call Human Resources at 581-1581.

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Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University System shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status or gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other areas of the University. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Questions and complaints about discrimination in any area of the University should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, The University of Maine, Room 101, 5754 North Stevens Hall, Orono, ME 04469-5754, telephone (207) 581-1226 (voice and TDD).

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Police Investigator – 2 Year Fixed Length

Department:  Public Safety
Hourly Wage:  $17.97
Description:

The University Of Maine Department Of Public Safety is seeking applications to fill the position of POLICE INVESTIGATOR who will perform detailed investigative work. Locate and interview witnesses and/or victims of crimes. Act as court officer and liaison with appropriate judicial and administrative agencies. Review police reports for consistency and thorough documentation of key evidential facts to reasonably assure a conviction can be obtained. Participates in or facilitates educational programs such as new statutes, administrative law, procedures or relevant court decisions both departmentally and externally. Recommends improvements in police investigative efforts. Reviews and maintains files. Serves as media spokesman for department. Assigns and reviews the work of police officers in conducting investigations. Does post-clearance processing of all crimes in accordance with Uniform Crime Reporting Statutes. Performs all duties of a Police Officer as assigned.   Read the rest of this page »

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Administrative Associate

Department:  Admissions
Hourly Wage:  $16.32
Description:

Full-time, regular position, 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Daily work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. -  4: 30 p.m. with occasional overtime and holiday work required.  Employee is responsible and accountable for the data entry and management of new Merit Scholarships. Employee communicates/negotiates with parents, students and guidance counselors both verbally and in writing regarding the Merit Scholarship process. Employee manages and oversees the renewal process for continuing scholarship recipients and the appeal process over the loss of the scholarship. Employee oversees the Admissions/Athletic visit approval process, assigns work to staff and communicates decision to Athletic Compliance Office. Employee manages the inventory of all printed materials and mailing supplies. Employee oversees/implements the communication plans for prospective students and assists with recruiting events. Employee supervises four (4) other classified employees. Employee approves payroll for students and classified employees. Employee hires, supervises, schedules and assigns for student workers. Employee communicates frequently with students, faculty, staff and the general public both verbally and in writing on matters relating to official University records and office operations. Employee resolves problems and responds to non-routine inquires relating to official University records and office operations and is expected to interpret and relay admissions procedures accurately to the public. Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and work reliably and accurately with data for extended periods of time with no more than a 3% error rate is essential. Position requires application of extensive procedural knowledge and understanding of the academic and/or administrative policies of the University. Work is performed under general supervision. Employee is a member of the admissions team and has responsibilities in recruiting, admitting and yielding students.

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Postdoctoral Fellows – 4 Positions

The University of Maine is launching a national search for Postdoctoral Sustainability Science Fellows. The successful candidates will join a new Sustainability Solutions Initiative (SSI) funded by a 5-year, $20 million NSF EPSCoR grant. SSI includes a team of 30 faculty from a range of disciplines and multiple academic institutions statewide. SSI’s transformative research program integrates coupled natural and human systems modeling, stakeholder engagement, and solutions-oriented research activities. Organized under a theme of landscape change, SSI supports multiple research projects focused on urbanization, forest ecosystem management, and climate change. Collectively, these projects speak to various sustainability science challenges and present a unique opportunity to advance the field of sustainability science. A major thrust of SSI is to produce a new generation of scientists who are equipped to work across disciplinary boundaries and adept at collaborative, problem-solving work that spans research and practice. SSI is recruiting a cohort of 4 Postdoctoral Fellows with tentative start dates ranging from February 2010 to April 2010. These initial appointments will be for a one-year duration with an opportunity for renewal. Concurrent SSI recruitment initiatives are seeking applications for 20 to 25 Doctoral Fellows and 4 faculty positions. 

Responsibilities: As a cohort, the 4 Postdoctoral Fellows will serve an integrative function to the overall SSI. We seek postdoctoral fellows who can align themselves with one or more ongoing research teams and are willing to assume broader, integrative research responsibilities. The postdoctoral fellows will be expected to participate in ongoing team projects and SSI-wide research activities, such as statewide sustainability problem assessments within the areas of urbanization, forest ecosystem management, climate change, and stakeholder engagement. Core research responsibilities will include planning and completion of research projects, preparation of manuscripts for publication in collaboration with SSI researchers, and presentation of research findings at public and professional meetings. The cohort will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of SSI curricula and mentoring programs for graduate and undergraduate students. 

Qualifications: A Ph.D. with specialization in biological or earth sciences, communication, engineering, mathematics, natural resource management, public policy, social sciences or a closely related technical or scientific discipline is required by the time of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working on interdisciplinary research teams. 

Applications: Candidates must demonstrate the capacity to support their research programs, produce high-quality scholarship and publications, and advance the SSI research program. Applications must include all of the following materials for consideration: (1) a written statement (2-3 pages) that summarizes both the candidate’s research goals and interests in sustainability science and the candidate’s capacity and plan for completing the Fellowship responsibilities; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) undergraduate and graduate transcripts; (4) a sample of research (e.g., peer-reviewed publication); and (5) names and contact information of three professional references. Please send materials in PDF form to hallsworth@maine.edu or in hard copy form to Ruth Hallsworth, Mitchell Center for Environmental and Watershed Research, 5710 Norman Smith Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469. Review of applications will begin December 18, 2009. 

For more details on SSI, visit the project website at: http://www.umaine.edu/sustainabilitysolutions/

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Coordinator of the Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism

University of Maine seeks a Coordinator of the Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism. Position requires a bachelor’s degree (masters in higher education, student personnel or related field preferred); experience working with college-age students; experience with community non-profit and charitable organizations; budgeting and fundraising experience; management and understanding of grants; strong written and oral communication skills. Full job description available at http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/11/17/coordinator-of-the-bodwell-center-for-service-and-volunteerism/. Questions can be directed to Andrea Gifford at 207-581-1406 or via email to andrea.gifford@umit.maine.edu.

Letters of application, resume and contact information for at least three (3) references should be sent to:

Bodwell Center Search
University of Maine
Division of Student Affairs
5748 Memorial Union 315
Orono, ME 04469-5748

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Full-time Advisor – Maine Educational Talent Search

Program Description

The Maine Educational Talent Search (METS) is a federally funded program designed to assist low-income, potential first-generation Maine youth who aspire to a postsecondary education level. The program staff provides academic, career, and educational counseling as well as technical assistance with the entire admissions and financial aid application process. The advising staff also provides motivational and academic support for program participant in grades 7-12. The METS Program provides services statewide. The program headquarters are located in Orono.

Service Area

The target area assigned to this position is located in Oxford Hills School district. The person hired for this position will be responsible for recruiting and providing services to a minimum of 205 eligible participants from within this service area.

Position Qualifications

A successful candidate for this position must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred, in counseling, education, social work or related area;
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Demonstrated successful experience working with people from disadvantaged backgrounds in a setting similar to the Maine Educational Talent Search preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work successfully with target populations, schools and community agencies in group and individual settings preferred;
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to work independently;
• Ability to travel requiring a valid driver’s license.

Position Data

Standard work-year: August 1- May 31

Projected Start-date: December 15, 2009

Beginning Salary Range: $22,500-$26,000

Full-time Fringe Benefits Package

Position directly funded through August 2010. Current grant cycle runs through August 2011. Re-appointment contingent on external funding and job performance. Appropriate background checks will be required.

To apply, send a resume, letter of application, and the names and phone numbers & email addresses of three references to METS Advisor Search Committee, Maine Educational Talent Search, University of Maine, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 314, Orono, ME 04469-5713

Review of applications will begin upon receipt.

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Assistant Extension Professor for Food Safety – Search Continued

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is seeking an Assistant Extension Professor for Food Safety (non-continuing contract faculty position) to work out of the Penobscot County office located in Bangor, Maine. This is a full-time, fiscal year position contingent upon funding and successful job performance.  The faculty member in this position will provide leadership for Cooperative Extension’s food safety programming.  The faculty member, in partnership with county and campus-based Extension staff and UMaine faculty, will develop or assist educational programming focused on food safety and food preservation. The position will address the wide spectrum of food safety needs of Maine small businesses and consumers. The position may conduct applied research and scholarship in collaboration with colleagues within Cooperative Extension, the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, and others. This faculty member will also assist with hands-on food preservation programming such as freezing, canning and drying foods.  This position will support the Eat Well Nutrition Education Program, Cooperative Extension’s limited-income nutrition education program, with 20% time related to work relevant to this target audience.
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Police Officer

Minimum requirements include an Associate’s Degree or equivalent hours in a Bachelor’s Degree program, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to meet all requirements defined by the State of Maine for a Law Enforcement Officer license to practice, within one year of hire. Candidates will be required to complete a series of testing including written and oral examinations, a psychological interview, a background investigation, a physical, and a polygraph test.

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Head Field Hockey Coach Lecturer

The University of Maine is seeking applications for a Head Field Hockey Coach / Lecturer. This is a full-time, fiscal year appointment. The Head Coach is responsible for the supervision of a highly competitive NCAA Division I program. The incumbent will conduct this program within the scope of the University’s definition of the student-athlete experience, as well as, the governing procedures and regulations of the Athletic Department, University, Conference and the NCAA. Duties include oversight of all aspects of the program including, but not limited to student-athlete development, coaching, recruiting, scheduling, budget management fundraising and public relations. The position also involves teaching classes in Physical Education, as assigned by the Dean of the College of Education. For a complete job description, go to http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/10/13/head-field-hockey-coach-lecturer/.

Required is either a Masters degree plus three years of field hockey coaching experience, or a Bachelors degree plus five years of field hockey coaching experience; documented record of success coaching field hockey and teaching at the collegiate level; knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to NCAA rules and regulations; ability to travel; and demonstrated ability to mentor & motivate student-athletes. Review of applications begins immediately. Send letter of application, resume and names and phone numbers of three references to: Field Hockey Search, 5747 Memorial Gym, Orono, ME 04469-5747.

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Systems Manager Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research

The University of Maine invites applications for a professional position of Systems Manager, at the Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research, located in Franklin, Maine. Incumbent will be responsible for the continual operation of freshwater and seawater recirculating and flow-through culture systems and all associated support systems at the University’s Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR) in Franklin, Maine. The Systems Manager will also be required to assist in design and construction of new aquaculture systems, develop and implement a facility wide maintenance program, provide technical support for various projects at the Center and assist with implementation of safety programs and training.

The successful applicant will require a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent in education, training and experience with a minimum of 3 years experience involving systems management of industrial scale farming, manufacturing or processing facilities such as aquaculture production facilities, waste water treatment plants or paper mills. Experience with Building Automation Systems will be an advantage. Must be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with the public. Must possess the ability to travel and hold a valid driver’s license. A full job description with additional qualifications is available at www.umaine.edu/eo/jobs.

This full-time, fiscal year position offers a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications within the range of $35,000 to $55,000. Renewal is contingent on ongoing funding and job performance. To apply, please forward a letter of interest, a resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Mrs. Jonnie Johnson, University of Maine, Dept. of Industrial Cooperation, 5717 Corbett Hall, Room 428, Orono, Maine 04469-5717, FAX: 207 581 1479 or electronically to jonnie@maine.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately.
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Librarian, Government Publications, Maps, GIS, Microforms

 Librarian, Government Publications, Maps, GIS, and Microforms. Raymond H. Fogler Library, University of Maine, Orono seeks an experienced librarian to serve as department head and to administer and coordinate fulfillment of the legal responsibilities as a Tri-State Regional Federal Government Document Depository and to support the instructional, research, and public service functions of the University by providing collection management, public, and technical service for the past, present, and future acquisitions of United States federal, Canadian federal and provincial, and Agricultural Experiment Station publications. Also to manage the delivery of Geographic Information Systems services including development of numeric and spatial database and software collections, creation of GIS instructional materials and the delivery of campus GIS workshops. Prepares reports and library publications, including web pages. Supervises four support staff and four student employees.

 Required: ALA-accredited MLS and professional experience in an academic, or state, or public library with demonstrated experience with federal documents. Demonstrated leadership, management, and supervisory experience in a library. Demonstrated ability to manage programs, staff, and technology. Excellent oral and written communication skills for interpersonal, presentation, negotiation, and consensus-building. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. A willingness to travel within the Tri-State Region and to national conferences as needed or appropriate. Normally requiring a valid driver’s license. Must have authorization to work in the U.S.

 Preferred: Experience working collaboratively with libraries, other institutions, and with state and federal governments. Experience with GIS. Experience preparing materials for and teaching workshops.

 Raymond H. Fogler Library is the primary research library for the State of Maine. The University of Maine is the Land Grant University and Sea Grant College for the State of Maine. It is the flagship institution of the University of Maine System, offering bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. The University of Maine has approximately 11,900 students and 713 faculty. Fogler Library has a collection of more than 1 million volumes and a staff of 22 professionals and 37 support staff. The library uses the Innovative integrated system and has developed Mariner, a digital library. It is a Tri-State Regional Depository and a full patent and trademark depository.

 This is a fiscal-year, full-time position with an excellent benefits package. The salary range for this position is $45,885 to $76,475. Review of applications will begin immediately. Send letter of application addressing the requirements above, resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Government Publications Librarian Search Committee, 5729 Fogler Library, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5729 or email to: marycady@maine.edu

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Assistant Coordinator of Athletic Grounds Operations

The University of Maine is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Coordinator Athletic Grounds Operations. This is a full-time, fiscal year position.

Qualifications: Associate’s degree in related area, or equivalent combination of directly related vocational training and experience preferred; successful supervisory experience required; experience with maintenance and operation of athletic sports fields and indoor athletic facilities required; CPR/AED certification preferred at time of hire, or within 1 year of hire required; basic computer skills required; experience with custodial operations required; ability to lift up to 75 pounds; ability to travel normally, requiring a driver’s license; working knowledge of repair, maintenance and use of all maintenance and sports-related equipment is required.

For complete job details see http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/09/14/assistant-coordinator-of-athletic-grounds-operations/. Finalist for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment physical and appropriate background checks.

Review begins immediately and continues until a qualified pool is identified. Salary range: $26,200 – $28,000. Send cover letter, resume and three references to Will Biberstein, University of Maine, 5747 Memorial Gym, Orono, ME 04469

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Dairy Herdsperson

The Dairy Herdsperson will manage the University of Maine’s Teaching and Research Dairy Herd. Establishes, adjusts, and maintains routines for daily care, feeding, milking, and cleaning of milking and replacement herd. Monitors herd health; diagnoses health problems, administers preventative and curative treatments, and vaccinations. Herd reproduction management; detects estrous, sire selection, and performs artificial insemination breeding. Develops and balances rations for milking and replacement animals. Maintains computerized herd record keeping system. Participates in milking and feeding rotations. Supervises, trains, and schedules student and temporary employees. Teaches and enforces proper safety and environmental practices. Participates in farm operations planning and meetings. Works with faculty, researchers, and lab coordinators to prepare animals for teaching and research use. Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Typically has the education associated with a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience in Animal Science or other related fields. Previous experience in dairy herd management required. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills required. Ability to carry out physically demanding job tasks including lifting a minimum of 50 pounds required. Successful supervisory skills and farm safety knowledge preferred. Ability to travel, normally requiring a valid driver’s license.

The Dairy Herdsperson works in numerous environments. Work frequently performed outside in various weather conditions. Strong odors, dust, and dirt are frequently encountered. The finalist for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment and motor vehicle drivers’ license background check.
Candidates should send a letter of application, a resume, copies of academic transcripts and any certifications held, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of four professional references to Shannon Johnson, 101 Winslow Hall, Orono, Maine, 04469-5782. Review of applications will begin September 21, 2009. The normal hiring range for this position is $30,170 – $35,000. Detailed position description available at http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/08/26/dairy-herdsperson/ or by contacting Shannon Johnson at 207-581-3205.

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Assistant, Associate or Full Research Professor of Marine Sciences

Assistant, Associate or Full Research Professor of Marine Sciences (non-tenure track)

The School of Marine Sciences (SMS, http://www.umaine.edu/marine/) seeks interactive marine scientists whose research interests overlap those of other faculty in the School and in particular whose work would benefit from being located at the Darling Marine Center. Examples include, but are not limited to, developmental biologists and aquaculture scientists who could use its superb flowing seawater facilities to researchers interested in ocean observing, fisheries or marine ecology who could take advantage of the proximity to diverse marine environments.

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Instructor of Landscape Design

Brief Position Description:

The Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences (http://www.umaine.edu/pse) at the University of Maine seeks qualified applicants for this three-year, fixed-length-term position with the potential for extension depending on funding and job performance. This is a 100% teaching, academic-year position serving the Department’s highly successful Environmental Horticulture B.S. Program (http://www.umaine.edu/lhc). Teaching responsibilities will include: landscape design, construction, and management courses, a course in using technology in landscape design, coordination of the field experience/internship program, and a first-year student orientation class. One or more additional courses may be taught based on the successful applicant’s expertise and program’s needs. The successful applicant will be expected to advise undergraduate students and lead the Program’s student recruiting and development activities, including fundraising, organizing student trips to professional conferences, and publicizing outstanding student achievement. The Environmental Horticulture Program, formerly Landscape Horticulture, has a long-standing record of strong student-faculty interactions and has consistently resulted in nearly 100% employment in their profession for its graduates. Read the rest of this page »

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Senior Development Officer

The University of Maine is seeking an experienced Senior Development Officer. The SDO will be instrumental in developing external relationships on behalf of the University of Maine with alumni and friends to secure private funding through major and planned giving. The SDO will work with all campus fundraising units within the University’s fundraising structure to cultivate, solicit and steward donors for the University of Maine’s $150 million comprehensive campaign.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and significant related experience, demonstrated success in managing a portfolio of individual, major and planned giving prospects and success in personal donor solicitation, preferably with experience in a university environment.

The full job description can be found at http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/07/27/senior-development-officer/. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2009. Send letter of application, resume, names and phone numbers of three references to Melinda Ryan, Office of University Development, 101 College Avenue, Orono, Maine 04473 or melinda.ryan@umit.maine.edu

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Executive Director Pine Tree State 4-H Foundation

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is seeking an Executive Director for the Pine Tree State 4-H Foundation to work on the University of Maine at Orono campus. This is a full-time, represented Professional position with renewal contingent upon 4-H Foundation funding and successful job performance. The Executive Director will provide leadership and financial accountability in developing public and private resources to support the mission of the Pine Tree State 4-H Foundation. As Executive Director of a public charitable foundation, fundraising and donor development are critical components of this position. The person in this position will conduct fundraising activities to support the endowment fund, annual campaign and special funds that support priority 4-H Youth Development Programs; work with the 4-H Foundation’s Board of Trustees to develop annual fundraising goals and a strategy for success in their achievement including oversight of the Foundation’s $2 million endowment fund and work in partnership with the 4-H Foundation’s Board of Trustees and the 4-H Program Leadership Team to create and monitor the annual budget.

This position requires: Bachelor’s Degree; experience in successful fundraising and grant writing; Demonstrated ability to communicate program assets and investment opportunities to funders

This position prefers (but does not require):Skills in database management and website development.

For a full job description with additional requirements please visit http://www.jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2009/06/12/executive-director-pine-tree-state-4-h-foundation/ or call Sandy Vaillancourt at 207 581-3191.

Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000.

For information about the University of Maine Cooperation visit http://www.umext.maine.edu/default.htm.

For information regarding the Pine Tree State 4-H Foundation visit http://www.extension.umaine.edu/4hfoundation/. You can also find information about the State of Maine at www.maine.gov/portal/family/moving.html. To apply, please e-mail MS Word or PDF file(s) containing a letter of intent addressing the specific job requirements, resume, all transcripts, names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three (3) references (and their relationship to the applicant) that may be contacted to sandyv@umext.maine.edu. Please reference POS#173 in the subject line of your email. If it is not possible to use the electronic application method above, please fax your application 207/581-3325 or mail to Sandy Vaillancourt, 5741 Libby Hall, Orono, ME 04469-5741. If you have any questions about applying, call Sandy at 207 581-3191. Review of applications begins August 14, 2009. The finalist for this position must successfully complete appropriate background checks.

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Climate Modeler Postdoctoral Research Associate

The Climate Change Institute (CCI) at the University of Maine has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral scientist to study the impacts of regional climate change. The successful applicant will join an effort to use regional climate models to assess probabilistic climate change focusing on the northeastern United States. Candidates should have some experience running a Global Climate Model (GCM) and/or a Regional Climate Model (RCM), be literate in UNIX/Linux operating systems, a working knowledge of C, C++ and/or FORTRAN, and the ability to write proposals and translate results to the public. Candidates must have a PhD in atmospheric sciences, modeling, or any closely related field. Proposed start date is as soon as possible. The initial appointment is for two years with a possible extension of one year depending on performance and continued external funding. To apply, send a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest with the names of three references to: Dr. Kirk Maasch, Climate Change Institute, 5790 Bryand Global Sciences Building, University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469-5790.

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