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JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY One opening is available now for a postdoctoral researcher on optical fiber sensor development. The proposed optical fiber sensors will enable differentiation of complex mixtures of gasses and aromas, with potential applications ranging from the food industry, pharmaceutical industry, advanced manufacturing, and defense purposes. The project is sponsored by U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC), and the technology has been attracting interests from various industrial members in the food and pharma industries, with one company in the process of licensing this technology from WPI. The postdoc researcher will be mentored closely while being granted their own freedom of pursuing new ideas, providing that the progress on the sponsored project is satisfactory. The training of...

    Faculty Positions in Mechanical Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA   The Department of Mechanical Engineering (MechE) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA seeks candidates for faculty positions starting July 1, 2026 or on a mutually agreed date thereafter. We seek candidates who will provide excellence and leadership in research, make substantial contributions to undergraduate and graduate education, and contribute to the growth of the MechE community. The search is for candidates to be hired at the assistant professor level; however, under special circumstances an untenured associate professor or senior faculty appointment is possible, commensurate with experience. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research accomplishments and proposed work lies in one or more of the following areas. We also list representative topics of interest within each area....

Adjunct Faculty: Portfolio Development for Engineering and Technology Location: Lynn, MA Category: Adjunct Posted On: Thu Nov 20 2025 Job Description: Adjunct Faculty: Professional Portfolio Development for Engineering and Technology Campus Location: Lynn Non-benefited position SALARY: Minimum salary is $1,397 per credit hour. Actual salary is commensurate with the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement. PRO100A - Professional Portfolio Development for Engineering and Technology Course Description : This course provides students with an opportunity to develop professional skills essential for success in STEM fields, including preparation for internships, research experiences, and entry-level employment. Students will explore career planning; practice job search strategies; and strengthen interview techniques with an emphasis on technical and professional communication. The course highlights teamwork, problem-solving, and ethical responsibility in STEM...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Metal Processing Institute - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Applications are being sought for a qualified and motivated post-doctoral fellow to conduct research in several areas of materials science and engineering science, including but not limited to materials recovery technology for supply resiliency. The primary responsibility will be to support existing and upcoming projects. JOB DESCRIPTION Additional responsibilities will include research support on collaborative projects with the Center for Resource Recovery and Recycling and other institutions. The successful candidate should have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong written and verbal communication skills. A two-year appointment is anticipated. Applicants will need to provide a letter of interest, a complete CV, at least two exemplar publications, and at least...

  Tenure-Track Faculty Position Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Department of Biological Engineering + IDSS The Department of Biological Engineering (BE) and the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, Massachusetts) seek applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, effective July 1, 2026, or some other mutually agreeable date thereafter. Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. We welcome outstanding applicants developing novel methods in statistics, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to enable discovery and innovation in biological engineering. We are especially interested in work that engages molecular and cellular systems in areas including medicine, agriculture, chemicals, materials, and novel applications of engineering biology. The successful candidate will be a faculty member at the Department of...

Dean for School of Computing & Applied Technologies Category: Other Department: Academic Affairs Locations: Worcester, MA Posted: Closes: Type: Full Time Position ID: 193803 General Statement The Dean for the School of Computing & Applied Technologies will provide leadership to: Foster innovative & entrepreneurial mindset for program ideation, design and delivery. Align academic offerings with regional labor market needs, expand partnerships with business and industry regionally and nationally, and foster innovation in teaching, training, and experiential learning. Support workforce development, direct-to-work and university transfer goals. Lead and manage programs and disciplines within the School (curriculum and program development, academic assessment/learning outcomes and program review) and effective management of the master-schedule. Hire, develop and evaluate all faculty and staff including adjunct faculty. Develop...

JOB TITLE Online Adjunct Teaching Professor - Robotics Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Graduate Studies - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach online graduate courses in our Online Division of Graduate Studies. Of most importance are candidates with expertise in Computer Vision and Autonomous Vehicles. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Professor will teach graduate courses in an online/asynchronous delivery method. All courses listed in the WPI online curriculum in Robotics Engineering are of interest, particularly Computer Vision and Autonomous Vehicles - https://www.wpi.edu/academics/online/study/robotics-engineering-ms . Applicants should specifically identify which courses would be the best fit for their expertise. An ideal...

JOB TITLE Lab Manager - Robotics LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Robotics Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Robotics Engineering (RBE) Lab Manager is responsible for all aspects of robotics engineering undergraduate and graduate labs and project space organization, preparation and configuration. In conjunction with the assigned student Lab Assistant staff, this individual works to ensure that necessary materials, setups and work areas are properly acquired, configured, and maintained to facilitate timely and efficient course and lab work by students. This position must take pro-active steps to gain a clear understanding of robotics course requirements and flow, be able to work effectively with faculty and apply management skills to guide and mentor student lab assistants. In addition, the candidate must guide trouble-shooting and problem-solving activities as needed to ensure that the environment,...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Fire Protection Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Fire Protection Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach for the Department of Fire Protection Engineering. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply. JOB DESCRIPTION An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the...

  Tenure-Track Faculty Position JOB DESCRIPTION AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (DMSE) together with the Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC) at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA, seeks candidates at the level of tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026 or on a mutually agreed date thereafter. Materials engineering has always benefitted from theoretical and computational approaches to unveil relationships between structure, properties, processing, and performance. Recent advances in computing, including but not limited to artificial intelligence, are poised to dramatically advance the understanding and design of complex matter. DMSE and SCC jointly seek candidates with experience and interest in combining fundamental scientific principles with algorithmic innovations to empower discovery, understanding, and synthesis of materials with applications across critical...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Civil & Environmental Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area, as well as having successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Abilities to teach in other areas is also valued. JOB DESCRIPTION Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Civil & Environmental Engineering Department, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Mechanical Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area, as well as having successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Abilities to teach in other areas is also valued. JOB DESCRIPTION Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Chemical Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The Chemical Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. Compensation: $8,000–$10,000 per course JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with various options for on-campus, off-campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery. All topics in Chemical Engineering are of interest. Applicants should specifically identify...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Architectural Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The Architecture Engineering program in the Civil & Environmental and Architectural Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the program and department. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and term. Applications will remain in the pool until the posting closes. Compensation: $7,500–$10,000 per course JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses,...

JOB TITLE Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) | Aerospace Engineering Department LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Aerospace Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Aerospace Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking applicants with a strong educational and research background in experimental aerodynamics for atmospheric flight applications. The responsibilities of this position include establishing an externally funded research program that produces valuable scholarship, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, engaging in WPI's unique project-based education, advising undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to service activities within the department, university, and relevant professional organizations. Compensation: $115,000 - $118,000 per year. Salary is...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Biomedical Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY An ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area, as well as having successful undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Abilities to teach in other areas is also valued. Compensation: $7,000–$8,500 per course JOB DESCRIPTION Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Biomedical Engineering Department, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. Qualified applicants will be contacted by...

JOB TITLE Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering Department - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Compensation: $60,000 annual. This position is supported through external funding. JOB DESCRIPTION Core Duties: Collaborate closely with the principal investigator to design and implement research studies. Examine experimental and clinical data, maintaining meticulous laboratory records. Consistently share findings with the principal investigator and fellow researchers. Aid in crafting technical reports, drafting grant proposals, and preparing scientific presentations. Play a pivotal role in peer-reviewed publications, as both a lead and co-author. Provide mentorship to both undergraduate and graduate students. Collaborate with a diverse team of research specialists. Preferred...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Aerospace Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Aerospace Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The Aerospace Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and term. Applications will remain in the pool until the posting closes. JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with various options for on-campus and online delivery. All courses listed in the WPI undergraduate and graduate catalog under the Aerospace Engineering curriculum are of...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty | Robotics Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Robotics Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Robotics Engineering Department. These faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the Department. Positions will be filled on an as needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and semester. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the program. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply. Compensation: $7,000 per course JOB DESCRIPTION There is a potential need for both undergraduate and graduate courses. The goal is to integrate a successful applicant into related activities at WPI with teaching assignments matched...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Teaching Faculty | Electrical & Computer Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Electrical & Computer Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the part-time position of Adjunct Teaching Faculty. The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening ECE classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Part-time faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the department. Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis. Start dates will vary by course and term/semester. Compensation: $7,500 per course JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses with various options for on-campus, off-campus in a corporate setting, and online delivery. All topics...