Marine Lab Assistant — Teaching Labs & Field Support

University of New England; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plan options with+

Retirement plan match up to 8%

Generous leave time and holidays

UNE tuition waiver for employees and+

50% tuition reduction for dependents (

Job summary

The University of New England invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant in the School of Marine and Environmental Programs (SMEP) at Biddeford, ME. The role centers on preparing and maintaining SMEP teaching labs, including setup, disassembly, and training undergraduate students, while caring for live cultures and preserved specimens.

Responsibilities also include supporting field activities, driving UNE vehicles to field sites, maintaining equipment and inventories, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine science, biology, environmental science or related field is required.
• Master’s degree in marine science, biology, environmental science and two to three years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience with comparable knowledge and skills is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain SMEP teaching labs, including setup and disassembly.
• Train and work with undergraduate students; maintain live cultures and preserved specimens.
• Support field activities during lab courses, including driving UNE vehicles to field sites.
• Maintain teaching lab equipment and inventories; monitor specimens for education use.
• Assist with outreach experiences for visiting school groups and adult learners.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Laboratory safety procedures

Physical strength

Flexible hours

Driver's license & van certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine science or related field

Master’s degree with 2–3 years of related experience

Job description

The University of New England invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant in the School of Marine and Environmental Programs (SMEP) at Biddeford, ME. The role centers on preparing and maintaining SMEP teaching labs, including setup, disassembly, and training undergraduate students, while caring for live cultures and preserved specimens.

Responsibilities also include supporting field activities, driving UNE vehicles to field sites, maintaining equipment and inventories, and assisting with