Research Associate II Project Coordinator

The University of Southern Maine is hiring a Research Associate II: Project Coordinator to manage CDC-funded environmental health grants. Responsibilities include overseeing project coordination, public health initiatives, data monitoring, and collaboration with stakeholders. This full-time position is hybrid remote, requiring some in-office days in Augusta, ME. A master's degree in public health and relevant experience are required, with a salary up to $73,000.
Job InfoJob Identification 2846Job Category Health & Safety ServicesPosting Date 06/16/2026, 04:09 PMLocations 46 University Drive, Augusta, ME, 04330, US (On-site)Apply Before 06/22/2026, 03:59 AMBusiness Unit University of Southern MaineGrade Professional Salaried grade 05Job Schedule Full timeRegular or Temporary RegularDepartment USM Cutler Institute AdminBargaining Unit Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)Job DescriptionThe Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine, in partnership with the Maine CDC, is seeking a Research Associate II: Project Coordinator.

To support US CDC-funded environmental health grants, the RAII delivers project coordination services for the Environmental Health Program within the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The RAII manages and supports these grants, including a Climate and Health grant, an Environmental Public Health Tracking grant, and a Strengthening Environmental Health Capacity grant.

This position will:

Manage and coordinate multiple CDC-funded environmental health grants, including workplan oversight, reporting, budgeting, contract management, and stakeholder engagement.Lead and support public health initiatives focused on extreme heat, extreme cold, pollen exposure, and environmental health resilience across Maine communities.Monitor environmental health events, track data, and disseminate timely information and resources to public health partners.Collaborate with state agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to develop and implement environmental health programs, data systems, and public health interventions.Oversee and enhance the Maine Tracking Network and support development of environmental health data resources, including private well water and pollen monitoring initiatives.Facilitate stakeholder groups, meetings, and interagency collaborations; gather and synthesize feedback, research, and scientific literature.Support communications efforts through newsletters, social media, websites, grant applications, reports, and research publications.Monitor program expenditures, approve invoices, provide task-based staff oversight, and travel statewide as needed to support program activities.This is a grant‑funded position with a starting annual salary up to $73,000. It is a full‑time, hybrid remote role, with in‑office days at the Maine CDC building in Augusta.

Benefits13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.Health, dental and vision insurance.Low‑cost short‑term disability insurance and employer‑paid long‑term disability insurance.Employer‑paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution.Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.Required QualificationsMaster’s degree in public health and two (2) years of relevant professional experience; or an equivalent combination of a bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of relevant experience.Preferred QualificationsProfessional experience in the field of environmental health.Professional experience with grant application and management in a government agency.Professional experience partnering with state agency personnel on a diverse set of grant‑related projects and activities.Experience creating and delivering professional presentations to an interdisciplinary group of stakeholders, partners, and colleagues.Knowledge related to environmental health tracking and the impacts of climate change on human health.Knowledge related to tools and strategies for improving public health through policy, planning, or program development.Knowledge of public health program evaluation methods.Equal Opportunity and EEO StatementThe University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/ .

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The University of Southern Maine is not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.