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Physical Therapist Assistant

Saco, ME · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Indefinite student debt benefit program * Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews ... College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program * Passed a national ...

Saco Bay PT

Physical Therapist Assistant

Saco, ME · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Indefinite student debt benefit program * Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews ... College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program * Passed a national ...

Saco Bay PT

Physical Therapist Assistant

Saco, ME · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Indefinite student debt benefit program * Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews ... College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program * Passed a national ...

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Physical Therapist Assistant

Saco, ME · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Indefinite student debt benefit program * Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews ... College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program * Passed a national ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate student project assistant in Saco, ME is $17.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.34 and $19.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Graduate Student Project Assistant vs Research Intern?

AspectGraduate Student Project AssistantResearch Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled graduate student, relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, relevant field of study
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research settings, university labsResearch labs, academic institutions, industry research centers
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research projects, academic departmentsResearch organizations, industry R&D, academic institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for academic research rolesOften compared for internship opportunities in research

The Graduate Student Project Assistant typically works within academic or research settings, assisting with projects related to their field of study while enrolled in a graduate program. A Research Intern usually is an undergraduate or graduate student gaining research experience, often in industry or academic labs. Both roles involve research tasks, but the assistant position is more integrated into ongoing projects within a university, whereas the intern role may be more exploratory or temporary.

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Student Financial Services Specialist

University of New England

Biddeford, ME • On-site

$20.82 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Type
Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title
Student Financial Services Specialist
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
12
Campus
Biddeford, ME
Description
The Student Financial Services Specialist provides a variety of technical and administrative assistance to the Director of Financial Aid in the allocation and administration of student financial aid.
About The University of New EnglandUNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
  • Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
  • Up to 8% retirement plan match.
  • Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
  • Educational benefits:
    • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners
    • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service
      • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service

For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
  • Inform and advise students and parents, both in person and on the phone, regarding:
    • available aid programs;
    • eligibility criteria;
    • application and award processes;
    • debt history;
    • loan obligations, etc.
  • Assist in completing and processing applications.
  • Compile all required forms and other documentation needed to accompany applications prior to Director's review and award decision.
  • Prepare loan applications for electronic or manual processing.
  • Prepare notices of student separations for lending institutions.
  • Perform various liaison functions with lending agencies in investigating loan application problems, tracking application status, and so forth.
  • Maintain a variety of general and specialized financial aid files and other manual records.
  • Perform a variety of data entry and information retrieval tasks using computerized financial aid information systems.
  • Compile information from computerized and manual records for various internal and external reports on financial aid activities and programs.
  • Confer regularly with supervisor, financial aid staff, business office staff, and various other University personnel to coordinate activities, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems, and so forth.
  • Assist the Director with special projects and other regular financial aid functions as assigned.
  • Maintain a good working knowledge of relevant federal regulations, laws and standards pertaining to student financial aid.
  • Perform other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications
Associate's Degree plus two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
  • Good typing, filing and other general office skills.
  • Good reading, writing and math skills.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Basic advising skills.
  • Some relevant experience in maintaining a moderately complex manual and computerized information system.
  • Ability to understand and explain to others technical regulations governing student financial assistance programs.
  • Ability to deal effectively with students, parents and other University personnel, frequently regarding sensitive and confidential financial matters.

EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.
Anticipated Pay Range
$20.82 - $21.25
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2022PS0882P
Open Date
08/04/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
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