Graduate Research Assistant 4

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

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General Description
Student is responsible for performing highly complex research-related tasks at a graduate level in accordance with standard procedure. Student works under little to no supervision while frequently exercising a high level of independent judgment, initiative and expertise.

Duties (may include but not limited to)
Performs administrative tasks (photocopying, mailing, etc.)
Prepares samples
Performs routine testing
Analyzes materials and/or data
Cleans, stores and sorts materials and equipment
Cleans and maintains research facilities
Operates basic research equipment
Maintains records and files
Assists graduate students and staff with research testing
Assists in developing techniques and procedures for taking samples
Maintains stock, supplies and equipment
Prepares summaries including basic statistics
May coordinate the activities of other student employees
Compiles reports on research and analysis findings
Performs detailed investigations using complex instruments
Travel to conferences may be required
Conducts research from start to finish
Composes technical reports
Prepares research presentations

Additional Requirements (may include but not limited to)
Must be dependable
Exhibits subject expertise at a graduate level
Exhibits excellent communication skills
Demonstrates an understanding of fundamental technical processes
Must sign a confidentiality agreement

The description above reflects the general duties and requirements considered necessary to perform the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered a comprehensive description of all work requirements which may be inherent to the position. Individual departments may have specific requirements not detailed above.

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