Research Scientist

The University of Maine System is seeking a highly skilled Research Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Innovative Media Research and Commercialization (IMRC) Center, you will be responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of facility laboratory equipment. You will also train all lab users in the proper and safe use of the labs and coordinate project management for laboratory services under strategic guidance of the IMRC Center Operations Manager and in close collaboration with the IMRC Center Administrative Coordinator.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety
• Train lab users on proper laboratory procedures and safety protocols
• Coordinate project management for laboratory services, including scheduling and resource allocation
• Collaborate with the IMRC Center Operations Manager and Administrative Coordinator to ensure smooth laboratory operations

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field
• At least three years of work experience in a related field
• Prior experience overseeing or working in a laboratory or shop facility and fostering collaborative interactions with clients or stakeholders
• Basic familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and their application in a lab or shop environment
• Extensive knowledge of woodshop tools and safety and at least two of the following: CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Inventor, SolidWorks, Vectric CAM), Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, CNC processes, Laser cutting/engraving, 3D printing, electronics prototyping

We welcome applicants with:

• Master of Science or Fine Arts
• Five years of work experience in a related field
• Prior experience as a laboratory manager
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Demonstrated ability to effectively follow directions and take the initiative in completing complex fabrication tasks
• Knowledge and experience with technological and design challenges pertinent to Maine and the Northeast region's creative arts and science fields

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.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees, including tuition benefits, comprehensive insurance coverage, and 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, offering a high quality of life with numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living.