Postdoctoral Research - UMaine Research

Postdoctoral Research at UMaine

Postdoctoral Research Associates are an essential part of the UMaine community. The Office of the Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School supports postdocs by providing professional development and enhancing research training.

Our goal is to improve the postdoctoral experience and provide valuable support. Whether you are interested in joining our research community or have already arrived, we invite you to explore the broad and interdisciplinary opportunities available across campus.

If you have any questions, please contact our office, research@maine.edu.

Employment opportunities

The National Postdoctoral Association

UMaine is an institutional member of the National Postdoctoral Association, a non-profit educational organization dedicated to improving the postdoc experience.

Workshops

Becoming a Resilient Scientist: The goal of Becoming a Resilient Scientist is to help you develop the resilience you need to navigate challenging situations at work and in life.

SmartSkills: Experts will focus on building skills critical to career and personal success.

How to join

Postdoc Affiliation with Centers

Many postdoctoral researchers are working within one of our interdisciplinary research centers or institutes. We encourage you to reach out and expand the impact of your work through affiliations with other centers and institutes.

Contact the center or institute director to explore these opportunities.

Resources

Office of Research Development (ORD): The ORD enhances grant seeking activities and facilitate grant collaborations across units and around the state in order to promote a culture of research excellence.
Office of Research Administration (ORA): The ORA administers all federal, state, for-profit, non-profit and foundation awards involving research, education, community service or other sponsor activities.
Office of Research Compliance (ORC): The ORC provides comprehensive regulatory guidance to the UMaine research community regarding specific components of research compliance.
Fogler Library Grants Workshops: Resources for finding funding opportunities to support research, grants-related projects, and nonprofit programs and services.