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S&T Job Opportunities
Two new posting were added to SSTI's online Job Corner this week. Brief descriptions are provided below. More information is available at: http://www.ssti.org/posting.htm
Economic Development Administration -- Director of Strategic Initiatives
The Economic Development Administration, within the U.S. Department of Commerce, seeks applicants for a director for the office of strategic initiatives. Based at EDA headquarters in Washington, D.C., the director will develop and manage national research and evaluation projects that determine the causes of economic distress, assist in formulating and implementing new and innovative economic development tools and programs, and to evaluate the effectiveness and economic impact of economic development programs, projects, and techniques. Applications from U.S. citizens will be accepted until July 1.
Maine Technology Institute -- Director and President
The Maine Department of Economic & Community Development is seeking candidates to fill the position of Director of the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) and serve as its President. MTI was created by the Maine Legislature in 1999 to "stimulate, encourage, promote and support research and development leading to the commercialization of new products and services in the state's technology-intensive industrial sectors." Since then, the organization has distributed more than $17 million to 400-plus projects across the state. Resume reviews will begin on July 5.