The Maine Center for Research in STEM Education (RiSE) at the University of Maine invites applications for the position of Project Operations Director for the Maine Physical Sciences Partnership, an innovative, multi-million dollar, research and development effort funded by the National Science Foundation for five years. The Maine Physical Sciences Partnership brings together University of Maine faculty, staff and students, approximately 50 Maine schools, and Maine non-profits involved in STEM education to target the improvement of teaching and learning of physical sciences in grades 6-9 and the recruitment, preparation and retention of science and mathematics teachers. More information about the Maine Physical Sciences Partnership can be found at
http://www.umaine.edu/mainepsp/
The successful candidate must have an M.S. in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline or in STEM education, or equivalent, and have experience working in or with K-12 schools and at the university level. Exceptionally strong organizational abilities and written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are essential, including previous successful experience managing a complex, multifaceted project. Skills in using common software and technology are also required. Preference will be given to those who show familiarity with discipline-based education research and guided inquiry instruction in science and mathematics, demonstrated effectiveness as a science or mathematics teacher, and evidence of in-depth understanding of physical sciences concepts taught in standards-based middle and high school grades.
Responsibilities of the Project Operations Director will include the direction of all aspects of the day-to-day operations of this initiative, such as planning, implementing and documenting project activities; creating and circulating on-line and published communications and reports; managing the project website; maintaining records of training and applications required for research conducted involving human subjects; managing timelines and schedules to ensure project goals and requirements are met on time; providing structure and assistance in strategic planning, implementing and documenting data collection and research; overseeing searches for project positions; and supervising project staff, undergraduate and graduate students.
This is a full-time, year-round position contingent upon funding and successful job performance. The full job description can be found at
http://jobs.umaine.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable pool of applicants is found. Appropriate background checks will be required. To apply, please submit electronically a letter of application and resume of educational background and professional experience, including the names and contact information of three references, to
PSP_ProjDir_Search@umit.maine.edu.
Questions about this position should be directed to
partnershipinfo@maine.edu.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
The University of Maine is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
