The program runs from end of May through beginning of August 2026; the position will begin shortly before the program and end in conjunction with the program. This temporary non benefit eligible position has a pay rate of $22.22 per hour.
Requirements:
- Bachelor or Associate’s degree in Science
- Familiarity with basic research techniques and microbial oceanography
- Strong communication and leadership skills, including active listening and ability to mediate
- Be outgoing with a desire to interact with a diverse student population
- Experience in research focus areas as described in position purpose is preferred
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
- Hold a valid driver’s license
- Ability to live on campus and abide by the residence policies
- Ability to successfully pass a background check
Responsibilities:
- Support the basic research of the Senior Research Scientist that will serve as science supervisor
- Maintain regular engagement with the residents and all interns in the summer program by being available three evenings a week, including one weekend evening, to have dinner in the Galley, chat informally, and be available for private conversations with residents, for a period of approximately three hours each evening; Lead and participate in intern activities and residential life events
- Maintain open communication with education team members on residence and intern issues and concerns; Enter information into a log that is shared with education staff; Meet weekly with education staff to debrief
- Ensure residence hall is kept to general cleanliness standards; Implement a weekly cleaning rotation (education staff can help with weekly assignments and list of chores); Provide feedback to students on cleanliness levels
Location: East Boothbay, ME
Application deadline: March 6, 2026
