11 president jobs found in Worcester

JOB TITLE Executive Director, Advancement Operations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Advancement Operations & Engagement DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Executive Director, Advancement Operations leads the operational infrastructure that enables WPI's advancement program, ensuring excellence in gift processing, database management, prospect research, reporting and analytics, compliance, and technology systems. This senior leader creates efficient, accurate, and strategic operations that empower fundraisers to focus on donor relationships while providing the data, insights, and tools needed for success. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Advancement Operations and Engagement, the Executive Director manages day-to-day operations, drives continuous improvement, leads technology strategy, and ensures advancement systems support both campaign completion and long-term sustainable growth. This role requires...

JOB TITLE Senior Director, Stewardship & Donor Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Development & Communications Strategy DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Senior Director, Stewardship and Donor Relations leads WPI's comprehensive donor stewardship strategy, ensuring every philanthropic investor experiences exceptional recognition, impact reporting, and ongoing engagement that deepens their connection to the university and inspires continued support. This senior leader designs and executes stewardship programs that demonstrate gratitude, communicate impact, and build lasting relationships with donors across all giving levels-from first-time annual fund supporters to principal gift investors. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Development Communications and Strategy, the Senior Director ensures stewardship is strategic, personalized, and seamlessly integrated with broader advancement...

JOB TITLE Leadership Giving Officer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Leadership Giving DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Leadership Giving Officer at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is pivotal in driving the advancement of our institution's fundraising ambitions. This dynamic role is dedicated to strategically expanding our donor base by engaging with high-net-worth individuals and fostering their journey toward making substantial financial contributions at the leadership-giving level. The officer will be instrumental in bolstering the Institute's capacity for securing leadership gifts by managing a robust portfolio of potential donors, from identification through cultivation to the final solicitation stages. JOB DESCRIPTION Prospect Development and Identification: Proactively identify, assess, and engage high-net-worth individuals as prospective leadership gift donors. In partnership with Advancement...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Inna Nechipurenko at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA. Our lab uses C. elegans and mammalian cell culture models to investigate the molecular basis of rare neurodevelopmental disorders and the roles of primary cilia in neuronal development. We are looking for a motivated and creative scientist to lead projects that combine biochemistry, molecular genetics, and cell signaling with a particular emphasis on phosphorylation-dependent regulation of protein function. JOB DESCRIPTION MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: lead a research project, report progress, and define/track project deliverables analyze research data using appropriate statistics and software tools prepare research findings for publication in...

JOB TITLE Assistant Research Professor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemical Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified Assistant Research Professor to join the Department of Chemical Engineering at WPI. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge computational research aimed at developing machine learning algorithms to enhance multi-scale simulations in catalysis. This work will contribute to next-generation technologies involving plasma catalysis, field-enhanced catalysis, electrocatalysis, and materials science. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of machine learning and kinetics in advanced catalytic processes. In addition to research, the candidate will contribute to proposal development, lead manuscript preparation and publication efforts, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, manage day-to-day laboratory...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Electrochemical Energy Laboratory at Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks a Post-Doctoral Fellow to conduct research in lithium-ion battery recycling, cathode material regeneration, sustainable battery materials processing, and electrochemical energy storage. The position will support research projects focused on closed-loop lithium-ion battery recycling, cathode upcycling, solvent-free electrode manufacturing, materials characterization, and electrochemical performance evaluation. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will work under the supervision of Prof. Yan Wang and collaborate with graduate students, research staff, industry partners, and external collaborators. The position is expected to contribute to experimental design, materials synthesis and processing, battery cell...

JOB TITLE Senior Financial Analyst LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Budget & Operations DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with colleagues across the institution to understand their business processes and reporting needs, define key performance metrics, interpret analytics results, and identify trends and develop narratives from the data to support informed decision-making. This position will track operational data that measures these divisional activities, efficiency, and progress toward strategic objectives. The Senior Financial Analyst will assist in continuous systems improvement and the implementation of higher education industry best practice policies and procedures. This is a hybrid role with an expectation of three days on-site per week. JOB DESCRIPTION Develop and conduct in-depth financial analysis across all fund types, including operating budgets,...

JOB TITLE Community Director (2 openings) LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Residential Education DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Community Director is a live-in professional responsible for assisting in the management of the Housing & Residential Experience program. They assist with the selection and training of the in-residence paraprofessional staff, and are the primary supervisors and evaluators of these staff members. This position coordinates student and staff development and administrative functions in their respective complexes, including crisis intervention, conduct matters, and programming. The Community Director also assists with housing operations and other departmental processes. WPI is hiring for TWO Community Directors. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Supervise 10-15 student staff members in multiple residence halls for both first-year and upper-class residents Serve as the...

JOB TITLE Post Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Bourgeois Lab at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is hiring a postdoctoral fellow to work towards identifying genetic risk factors of severe and post-treatment Lyme disease-caused by B. burgdorferi infection. The project leverages single-cell RNA sequencing, DNA sequencing, cell culture, and clinical data to gain mechanistic insight into why Lyme disease outcomes are variable. As a result, this position involves a mix of computational and experimental tasks. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Perform cell culture in a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) laboratory to probe how primary and immortalized human cells respond to Borrelia burgdorferi. Maintain clear electronic laboratory notebook describing experimental techniques performed in the lab. Leverage bioinformatic skills to...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty-Department of Integrative and Global Studies LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Integrative & Global Studies - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach evening classes for the Department of Integrative and Global Studies. These faculty positions are created to provide an available applicant pool for the program. 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. WPI is a diverse campus of learners passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. JOB DESCRIPTION The Department of Integrative and Global Studies (DIGS)...

JOB TITLE Club Sport Coach/Instructor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics - PERA - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The WPI Club Sports program is seeking part-time coaches and instructors for various club sport teams. Applications will remain on file through June 30 of each year. WPI seeks candidates who are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all student-athletes. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities of the WPI Club Sports Coach/Instructor include the following: Conduct safe and well-organized practice sessions and instruction that enable club members to develop and improve their skills. Be attentive to appropriate safety practices, including the inspection of equipment and the reporting of any hazardous facility/field conditions. Promote and model fair play and good sportsmanship. Represent the respective club and the...