Research Associate II: Project Coordinator

The University of Southern Maine seeks a Research Associate II: Project Coordinator to manage CDC-funded environmental health grants. Responsibilities include project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and supporting public health initiatives in Maine. This full-time, hybrid remote position requires in-office days in Augusta, ME, and offers a salary up to $73,000 with competitive benefits.
The Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine, in partnership with the Maine CDC, is seeking a Research Associate II: Project Coordinator.


The Research Associate II (RAII) delivers project coordination services provided under contract to Environmental Health Program within the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The RAII manages and supports the management of US CDC-funded environmental health grants including, but not limited to, 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 MaineTracking 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. This is a full-time, hybrid remote position, with in-office days at the Maine CDC building in Augusta.
The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

13 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.

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary.
The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.
USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University.


The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.


We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect