The UMaine Center on Aging (CoA) is engaged in a national project to develop a Designation of Excellence (DoE) in person-centered long-term care. This project is a collaboration between the CoA and The Cedars, a residential living community in Portland, Maine. The Research Associate position will play a significant supportive role in the DoE project and possibly in other CoA research and evaluation projects. This position requires the ability to perform independent research work and other specific duties and responsibilities tailored to meet project needs, as well as be part of cohesive and productive team. Under the general direction of the CoA Director, Associate Director, and senior program staff, the Research Associate will assist in, and take initiative on, comprehensive literature reviews; designing and implementing data collection activities; leading and assisting in data analysis and reporting, including data visualization; providing assistance in preparation of grant reports, presentations, manuscripts, and other reports; facilitating or contributing to stakeholder meetings; project file management and similar project management work. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $45,000 to $50,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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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.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing. Further information can be found here.

Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of professional experience in healthcare.
• Experience and high-level proficiency in writing research reports and/or grants and in adapting communications for a variety of audiences.

Preferred:

• A Master’s degree in a related field. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• High level of proficiency in writing research reports and/or grants and in adapting communications for a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated increased levels of responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to supporting or leading complex projects, including supervision of graduate or undergraduate students or community volunteers. 
• Demonstrated increased level of support or leading the design of research or evaluation studies.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and support most aspects of a research or evaluation project, including development of protocols, data collection, report writing, and presentation of findings to clients or stakeholders.
• Demonstrated proficiency with at least one of the following:
  • Basic quantitative methods (e.g., survey design and analysis)
  • 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.
• Ability to travel, typically requiring a valid Maine driver’s license.
• Knowledge and interest in the field of aging.
• Experience in long-term care (nursing homes or assisted living).
• Experience with statistical software packages preferred (SPSS, SAS, etc.).
• Experience in university-based research setting.

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: June 20, 2022
Interviews to begin no earlier than: June 30, 2022
Tentative start date: August 1, 2022

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Mary Lou Ciolfi at marylou.ciolfi@maine.edu.

Appropriate background checks are required.

The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Amie Parker, Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 North Stevens Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).