Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

7d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate position is designed to support an
early-career researcher who has recently completed a doctoral degree and is
pursuing a long-term career in research. The postdoctoral associate will conduct
independent and collaborative research within the Advanced Structures and
Composites Center (ASCC) and affiliated University of Maine academic
departments, contributing to interdisciplinary projects focused on advanced
biobased materials and sustainable composite technologies.

The position emphasizes advanced research training, professional development,
and scholarly productivity. The postdoctoral associate is expected to design and
execute original research, analyze and interpret experimental data, publish
findings in peer-reviewed journals, and contribute to the development of
competitive research proposals. The role also includes active collaboration with
faculty, research staff, and graduate and undergraduate students, as well as
mentoring students in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and scientific
communication.

Under the guidance of a designated UMaine faculty mentor, the postdoctoral
associate will further develop expertise in research leadership,
interdisciplinary collaboration, and grant writing while supporting the research
mission of ASCC. This position is a fixed-term appointment with an educational
and training focus, intended to prepare the individual for independent research
roles in academia, national laboratories, or industry. Typical hiring range for
this soft-money funded position is $60,000 to $70,000 commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• PhD in Wood Science & Engineering, Paper Science & Engineering, Forest Resources, Materials Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline completed within the last 3 years.
• Prior graduate coursework or research in a related discipline.
• Proven publication record, including at least one first-author article published in a high-impact (IF > 10) peer-reviewed journal.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Ability to set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines.
• Currently residing in the U.S. with the ability to relocate to Maine

Responsibilities

• Design and execute original research
• Analyze and interpret experimental data
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to the development of competitive research proposals
• Active collaboration with faculty, research staff, and graduate and undergraduate students
• Mentoring students in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and scientific communication
• Further develop expertise in research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and grant writing while supporting the research mission of ASCC

Benefits

• tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees