Research and Evaluation Coordinator

The purpose of this position is to coordinate education research for the RiSE Center, including University level research and evaluation and K-12 classrooms as part of grant work. The Research and Evaluation Coordinator works with the RiSE Research Committee to decide which new research and evaluation projects will be part of RiSE work and helps prepare proposals and other documentation for these projects.

The Research and Evaluation Coordinator takes the lead in obtaining Institutional Review Board approval for studies involving human subjects that are part of major RiSE research projects and manages data from these projects. The Research and Evaluation Coordinator also coordinates internal evaluative research and manages evaluative data collection and communication and reporting to inform project implementation, validate project effectiveness and drive professional learning initiatives across various grants and projects  RiSE Research and Evaluation Coordinator serves as a member of the RiSE Executive Committee and chairs the RiSE Research Committee.

Typical hiring range for this soft-money position is $64,000 to $66,500 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 . 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. 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. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

• Master's degree in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline or in STEM education, or equivalent.
• Experience conducting discipline-based education research.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• PhD degree in STEM Education or equivalent.
• Strong research record, including publications.
• Experience with human subjects research and/or coordinating Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance.
• Experience in coordinating research partnerships.
• Strong organizational abilities.

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

• 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
• 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on December 1, 2025.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual…