EPSCoR Project Coordinator en University of Maine

The EPSCoR Project Coordinator will provide logistical support and coordination, team facilitation, and participation in the planning, management, and reporting for large (>$1M) multi-institutional, collaborative EPSCoR projects. This work will include the development, use, and analysis of various systems and platforms to ensure successful project outcomes and effective collaborations across participants. Given EPSCoR grants include significant workforce development components, this position will also develop and implement strategies for enhancing related Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and workforce development at the K-12, community college, undergraduate, and graduate levels. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $55,000 to $65,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Complete Job Description

About the University:
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. 

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.

Qualifications:
Required:

• A BS degree in a relevant field.
• At least three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Technical writing background.
• General understanding of university research endeavors.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills evident while working with diverse audiences that include program officers, faculty, students, evaluators, external board members.
• Ability to analyze and comply with complex federal program guidance.

Preferred:

• A graduate degree in a relevant field.
• The ability to work effectively with complex research teams across universities.
• Project management certificate.
• Experience with grant writing and funding.
• Experience with National Science Foundation.
• Experience with publishing layout and design software.
• Ability to work independently while managing complex projects with competing deadlines.
   

Other Information: 

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 October 15, 2025.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Shane Moeykens at [email protected]. 

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.