Job Information
University of Maine Temporary – Program Assistant for Nanocellulose and Art in Orono, Maine
Position Title:
Temporary – Program Assistant for Nanocellulose and Art (Part-Time) (id:84322)
Campus:
Orono
Department:
Process Development Center - OPDC
Bargaining Unit:
Temp
Salary Band/Wage Band:
N/A
Location:
Orono ME
Statement of the Job:
The Program Assistant will support activities to grow revenue-generating activities around the use of nanocellulose in art, to include material distribution, identification of grant opportunities and other events to promote the use of nanocellulose in art. This is a six month, part-time, temporary position with a 20 hour/week schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with the UMaine Intermedia Department to support the collaborative research between UMaine researchers and students across campus focused on nanocellulose
Recommend events and activities to enhance collaboration among student researchers
Develop a strategy for K-12 engagement, working towards a state-wide art challenge based on nanocellulose materials for middle school and high school students across the state
Develop a strategy for engagement with professional artists and arts organizations in the region to promote the use of nanocellulose
Develop and launch nanocellulose sales in the art community
Identify and secure grant funding opportunities to support a fulltime regular position
WORK SCHEDULE: Normal University of Maine business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This part-time, temporary position is expected to work up to 20 hours per week at the discretion of the supervisor. The employee shall establish regular office hours and in consultation with the supervisor, adjust the work schedule as appropriate.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work may be performed in a laboratory, classroom, office or remote field site. Workload priorities may need to be shifted and schedules changed to meet multiple deadlines.
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 (http://www.maine.edu/about-the-system/system-office/human-resources/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 (https://www.bangorregion.com/) .
Qualifications:
Required:
Masters of Fine Art Degree in Sculpture or an equivalent combination of education and experience in other art related fields
Significant experience (5+ years) planning and organizing events for a business audience
Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with partners and all levels of staff
Experience that demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work well and maintain composure under pressure, and solve problems
Excellent skills investigating & understanding of materiality in the creation of 2D, 3D, & installation art
Experience coordinating art shows in a university gallery & museum setting
Experience introducing new materials to students and researchers
Ability to construct displays and navigate installation in challenging spaces
Significant Exhibition record & personal research with current art trends
Preferred:
Knowledge of best practices and experience developing new programs and initiatives for talent and innovation partnerships, especially at land-grant institutions
Experience developing effective working relationships with businesspeople, local and state government officials, as well as University faculty, staff, and administration
Knowledge of desktop applications and relational databases, especially Salesforce
Experience developing, packaging, and implementing creative solutions for partners
Knowledge of marketing and public relations
Curatorial and art installation experience
Other Information:
Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae 3.) contact information for three professional references
You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Search Timeline is as follows: To receive full consideration, applications must be received by: May 31, 2024 Tentative start date: June 17, 2024
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Christopher Coplin at christopher.coplin@maine.edu.
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, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Length:
Other
Required Documents:
Cover Letter, References, Resume/CV