RiSE Programs Coordinator

Job Description The Maine Center for Research in STEM Education (RiSE Center) is an interdisciplinary Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education Research Center located at the University of Maine. Its mission is to advance the research and practice of teaching and learning in the STEM disciplines. The Center brings together STEM faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate students, PK-12 teachers , and collaborators to conduct education research, provide evidence-based, professional learning experiences, and coordinate programs to improve STEM education at all levels of instruction. The Maine STEM Partnership at the RiSE Center is a statewide research-practice partnership to improve STEM education at all levels, PK-16+. This position manages day-to-day operations and provides leadership for the Maine STEM Partnership at the RiSE Center (Partnership) and additional RiSE program teams and leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional learning and resources coordination for the Partnership and its projects. The position leads the development of high quality internal and external communications for the Partnership and prepares reports related to the Partnership's work. In addition, the position oversees the coordination of programs within the RiSE and supervises professional staff and students who are part of those programs. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $67,000 to $71,000 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 . 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. Qualifications: Required: BS or BA and a Master's degree or equivalent in a science, teaching, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline or in STEM education, or equivalent. Previous successful experience coordinating professional learning and managing complex and multifaceted projects. Demonstrated effectiveness as a STEM educator and evidence of in-depth understanding of science and/or mathematics concepts taught in standards-based instruction. Preferred: Proficient with technology, including Google and its app suite, and able to support teachers in using technology in their classrooms. Exceptionally strong organizational abilities and written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with discipline-based education research and guided inquiry instruction in STEM. Experience with fundraising and development. 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 30, 2024. For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Chrissy Siddons at . The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds 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, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 Boudreau Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME , 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System). Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME , or call 207.581.4053.

Created: 2024-11-12