Research Associate, Biology

Assist with research, particularly database management, data analysis, and field data collection for a project funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to conduct multistate monitoring and research on tidal marsh birds and their habitat from Maine to Virginia.
Typical hiring salary for this part-time, 20-hours per week, soft-money funded position is $34,000 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 . 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 Tourismto learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

• Typically has the education associated with a master’s degree in ecology or a related discipline and a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical skills in data management, particularly Program R and Microsoft Excel, including using code to proof and manage data
• Ability to work independently on wildlife data collection, particularly bird banding, mist netting, and vegetation surveying
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
• Demonstrated success publishing manuscripts and delivering presentations
• Ability to travel, normally requiring a Maine driver’s license.

• Experience with relevant data sets, databases, and field data collection methods
• Experience with relevant ecosystems in the northeast region
• Permit or subpermit for wild bird banding from U.S. Geological Survey or ability to qualify

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.) aresume/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 by4:30p.m.ESTon March 12, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.

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 orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment.

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