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FORENSIC SERVICES TECHNICIAN
Arizona Department of Administration
AZ
…for crime scene assistance and photography. Performs basic processing and triaging of crime scene evidence, produces reports, provides expert testimony in court, facilitates forensic…
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MANUFACTURING TECH- DOWNSTREAM
Spherion
College Station, TX
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
The Manufacturing Downstream Lead (Associate III-IV) is responsible for prioritizing daily schedule requirements and executing manufacturing operations within a fast-paced cGMP cleanroom…
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Accounts Payable Specialist
Martin County Schools
Williamston, NC
- $3,662.52 to $5,287.72 USD / month
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ODR Fellow
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
Under the supervision of the ODR Associate Director and Investigator, the ODR Fellow assists with the overall operations of ODR. The ODR Fellow will work on cases with experienced…
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Sr. Scientist – R&D Life Cycle
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
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…technically sound formulas, remove barriers, improve first-round sample acceptance, increase scale-up and commercialization success, and strengthen the R&D operating…
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Senior Research Associate, Formulation and Analytical Characterization
Pivotal
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Job Title: Senior Research Associate, Formulation and Analytical Characterization
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Clerical duties include processing requests through Sample Roll Application program by taking manual orders and entering into AS400 system for order fulfillment.
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Research test orders and establish necessary requirements for proper processing of specimens. Assist supervisor/manager in updating and changing protocols when needed.
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Sample Control Group Lead, Eurofins Environment Testing
Eurofins
Earth City, MO
- $18 to $24 USD / hour
The Sample Control Lead provides hands-on leadership for the daily operations of the Sample Control department, performing sample control functions while guiding and supporting the team.…
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Temporary Sales Associate
Tapestry, Inc.
Fort Worth, TX
The Sales Associate is the front‑line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily…
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Temporary Sales Associate
Tapestry, Inc.
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The Sales Associate is the front‑line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily…
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Temporary Sales Associate
Tapestry, Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD
The Sales Associate is the front‑line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily…
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Temporary Sales Associate
Tapestry, Inc.
New Orleans, LA
The Sales Associate is the front‑line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily…
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Temporary Sales Associate
Tapestry, Inc.
Concord, NC
The Sales Associate is the front‑line ambassador of the Coach brand. You will deliver an elevated, personalized shopping experience, meet personal and store sales goals, and support daily…
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Inventory Control Lead
BLACK DIAMOND COATINGS INC
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Create and run the order audit process: before a truck or parcel run closes, pull a defined sample of packed orders (100% of retailer truckload orders and a set percentage of parcel orders)…
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Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician III
Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute
Albuquerque, NM
…studies require. Will exercise judgment in the collection and processing of samples such as blood, serum, plasma, tissue and urine. Works with a variety of animal species and work…
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Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician III
The Mind Research Network
Albuquerque, NM
…studies require. Will exercise judgment in the collection and processing of samples such as blood, serum, plasma, tissue and urine. Works with a variety of animal species and work…
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Laboratory Technician I
Sanguine Biosciences, Inc.
San Diego, CA
The Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level role responsible for the processing of human whole blood and other human biospecimens used for research. Sample processing includes plasma,…
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Clinical Lab Supervisor, Pre-Analytical - 3rd Shift
Exact Sciences Labs, LLC
United States
This role will be performed during nights and weekend hours. The Supervisor, Specimen Processing is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Specimen Processing Department;…
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Animal Research Associate
Actalent
Tarrytown, NY
- $25 to $28 USD / hour
Actalent is hiring a Animal Research Associate!!
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Associate Specialist, Value Stream Cryo Operations
Celgene - Summit (Corp)
Summit West, NJ
- $31.9 to $38.65 USD / hour
Associate Specialist, Value Stream Cryo Operations is responsible for the cryopreservation, movement, storage, and control of patient materials used in manufacturing, as well as support of…
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Discovery Life Sciences
Huntsville, AL
…including pre-analytical and analytical workflows using various sample types to include but not limited to tissues, oral and nasal swabs, blood, urine and plasma. The Clinical Laboratory…
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
UMS
Orono, ME
Deep knowledge in thermoformed molded fiber processing, pulp refining, laboratory sample preparation, standard paper/cardboard testing, barrier chemistry, etc.
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Lab Associate I
Quest Diagnostics
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Lab Associate I - Lenexa, KS, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with rotational weekend

UMS

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Orono, ME, United States

Typical hiring range for this position is $52,000 to $54,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Pay: Typical hiring range for this position is $52,000 to $54,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

The University of Maine seeks a post-doctoral researcher to join the Laboratory of Renewable Nanomaterials led by Dr. Mehdi Tajvidi, for projects related to scaling up hybrid molded fiber technology. The research will be executed in partnership with UMaine Process Development Center (led by Dr. Colleen Walker) and a local industrial partner. Together, our group's studies will cover both basic science (e.g., the fundamentals of hybrid molded fiber formation and properties) and applied science on the manufacturing processing from lab-scale to industrial scale. Typical hiring range for this position is $52,000 to $54,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please review the Postdoctoral Research Associate job description for more information.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:

Required:

A recent Ph.D. degree, in bioproducts engineering, pulp and paper, wood science, polymer science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field by date of hire.
Deep knowledge in thermoformed molded fiber processing, pulp refining, laboratory sample preparation, standard paper/cardboard testing, barrier chemistry, etc.
Practical experience with cellulose nanomaterials (CNMs) used as barrier and binder
Experience with CNM modification and characterization of CNM materials and polymers using advanced analytical techniques, such as SEM, TMA, DMA, DSC, FT-IR, XRD.
Prior history and success with publishing peer-reviewed journal articles in the area of focus of the position and/or securing external funding.
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire.
Valid driver’s license and be eligible to be authorized and approved as a university driver based on the Driver Administration Policy.

Preferred:

Demonstrated ability to organize large data sets and project metadata
An interest in science communication and working with stakeholders
Prior experience with industrial trials
Experience with grant writing or raising external funds for scientific projects

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on November 16, 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Dr. Mehdi Tajvidi, mehdi.tajvidi@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.

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Chemical engineering
Sample preparation
Nanomaterials
SEM
TMA
Communication skills
Valid driver's licence
Grant writing
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