Director- Research Program

This position is for applicants interested in joining the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) in support of community engagement research, partnership efforts related to population health research, and in collaborating on MaineHealth-wide initiatives, as part of MHIR’s Center for Interdisciplinary Population & Health Research (CIPHR).

Responsibilities will include working with community partners to identify health and research priorities; promoting multi-directional engagement for clinicians, researchers, and communities; developing investigator and staff skills in community engagement; assessing impact of community-based research initiatives; and disseminating academic and non-academic products of community-engaged research. It is expected the Director will be an excellent communicator and foster positive relationships among stakeholders. The Director will be responsible for the supervision and oversight of research staff supporting community engagement initiatives. The Director will also be expected to be able to serve as key personnel on community engagement funding proposals, will contribute to obtaining external funding, and contribute to the strategic direction of community-engaged research within the Center for Interdisciplinary & Population Health. Experience with community health needs in the state of Maine preferred.

This hybrid position is located at our Westbrook, Maine location, with the balance of remote vs. onsite time negotiable. There may be some need to travel throughout Maine for on-site meetings with community partners and stakeholders.

The MaineHealth application, a cover letter, and a resume or CV are all required elements for application to this position.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree with 8 years applicable experience; Master’s or Professional Degree preferred.

• License/Certifications: Appropriate licensure is required.

• Experience: Demonstrated experience in administration and the management of staff.

• Skills should include ability to troubleshoot issues with regard to the program or office.

• Visual acuity, manual dexterity, math skills, and research acumen required.

• Must have good organizational and personnel management skills, communication skills, both personal and written, business skills and a strategic planning acumen.

• Must have a working knowledge of administrative policy, and federal regulations e.g. DOL, USCIS, Health Care, Research or other applicable field.

• Current best practice with associated technologies.