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Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Assistant Teaching Professor
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Assistant Teaching Professor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Interactive Media & Game Development - IMGD DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Interactive Media and Game Development (IMGD) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks to hire an Assistant Teaching Professor to support and grow our multidisciplinary, project-based curriculum. The successful candidate will shape and grow our offerings in both the technical and design areas of our undergraduate and graduate degrees. Applicants in all areas of IMGD are encouraged to apply; identified areas of interest include but are not limited to: creative coding, critical computing, tangible and embodied interaction, technical game development, and design for emerging creative technologies. IMGD is a highly collaborative community of learners, scholars, and creatives. We seek a new colleague who is passionate about both strengthening our existing community and...
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Lab Manager - Robotics - Robotics Engineering (RBE) Lab Manager
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
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,...
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor Biomedical Engineering
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Assistant Professor | Biomedical Engineering LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) (www.wpi.edu/+BME) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin during the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in BME or a closely related discipline by the beginning of employment. Applicants must show potential for an innovative and sustainable career that integrates and balances research and teaching. JOB DESCRIPTION The successful applicant will contribute to BME teaching and research mission while strengthening connections between BME and the Department of Robotics Engineering (RBE) (www.wpi.edu/+RBE). Ideal candidates could take advantage of the laboratory facilities at our PracticePoint facility to support...
Mar 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Director, Foundation Relations
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Senior Director, Foundation Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME University Advancement - Fundraising DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Senior Director, Foundation Relations leads WPI's strategic engagement with private foundations and institutional funders, expanding philanthropic support for the university's academic programs, research initiatives, capital projects, and strategic priorities. This senior fundraiser cultivates and solicits foundation prospects, manages a portfolio of established foundation relationships, and develops comprehensive strategies to diversify and grow WPI's foundation funding base. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, the Senior Director supervises foundation relations staff, partners closely with faculty and academic leadership to identify fundable projects, and ensures WPI maximizes opportunities within the foundation funding landscape. This role is...
Mar 05, 2026
Full time
Coordinator, Foundation Relations
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Coordinator, Foundation Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME University Advancement - Fundraising DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Foundation Relations Coordinator provides essential research, administrative, and programmatic support for WPI's foundation fundraising efforts, enabling the Senior Director, Foundation Relations to focus on major relationship cultivation and grant solicitation. This role conducts prospect research to identify funding opportunities, manages smaller grant applications and reporting, coordinates proposal development logistics, maintains foundation tracking systems, and ensures excellent stewardship of foundation relationships. The Coordinator serves as a critical partner in building WPI's foundation funding pipeline, particularly leveraging the university's new R1 research designation and distinctive project-based educational mission. Reporting to the Senior Director,...
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Community Operations Coordinator
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Community Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Residential Education DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Community Operations Coordinator is a live-in professional responsible for supporting both residential community management and departmental operations within the Housing & Residential Experience Center. This role supervises and trains paraprofessional staff, leads student and staff development initiatives, manages crisis response and conduct processes, and supports community programming. The Coordinator also oversees key administrative and operational functions, including key management, purchase orders and invoices, main office student staff supervision, and residence hall facilities oversight such as work orders, building walkthroughs, and coordination with Facilities. This position splits time between the main office and the residential community and reports to the Associate...
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
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...
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Operations Coordinator - Heebner Career Development Center
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Heebner Career Development Center - HCDC DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Manage the day-to-day operations for Heebner Career Development Center (CDC). Provide superior customer service for all constituents of the CDC including students, employers, alumni, faculty, parents, and staff. Serve as main point of contact for incoming calls, e-mails, and visitors. Triage inquiries in a professional manner using problem solving abilities and available resources to respond or refer selected higher-level questions as appropriate. Exercise ownership for the "front of the house" ensuring the CDC maintains a welcoming, professional environment for all constituents. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations including but not limited to: schedule and space management, in person, email and phone communication, digital displays,...
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Executive Director, Advancement Operations
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Executive Director, Advancement Operations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Advancement Operations 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 deep technical...
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Coordinator, Advancement
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Coordinator, Advancement LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Leadership Giving DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Coordinator, Advancement provides essential administrative and project support to the Associate Vice President of Advancement and the Assistant Vice President, Leadership & Planned Giving, enabling effective leadership of WPI's revenue generation functions including major gifts, principal gifts, leadership annual giving, planned giving, and foundation relations. This role manages scheduling and logistics, coordinates communications and meetings, supports donor cultivation activities, prepares briefing materials, and serves as liaison between the AVP and development staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders. The Coordinator ensures smooth operations supporting the AVP's portfolio management and team leadership while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment. This position...
Jan 13, 2026
Full time
Talent Operations Coordinator / Senior Talent Operations Coordinator
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Talent Operations Coordinator / Senior Talent Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Talent Strategies DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Reporting to the Director of Talent Strategies - Academic Affairs, the Talent Operations Coordinator provides operational and administrative support for the Talent Strategies and Operations teams within the Talent & Inclusion Division. This role focuses on process improvements related to Workday and assists with delivering university-wide projects and key initiatives requiring extensive engagement with WPI constituents, including faculty and staff. This position requires an enthusiastic approach to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, equity, and belonging. This position may be filled at either the Talent Operations Coordinator or Senior Talent Operations Coordinator level based on the selected candidate's qualifications...
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Assistant Professor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Mechatronics and Controls available at the assistant professor level. JOB DESCRIPTION The successful candidate will possess a strong background in Mechatronics and Controls, demonstrate proficiency in applying AI techniques to these application areas, and strengthen the connection with the Robotics Engineering Department. Expertise in intelligent sensing and perception, cyber-physical systems, data-driven modeling and control, and AI/deep learning is essential. Applications may include autonomous systems and mobility, intelligent infrastructure, human-robot interaction, smart health,...
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Post-Doctoral Scholar
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Scholar LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mathematical Sciences DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The WPI Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for anticipated postdoc positions in mathematical science to begin in the Summer of 2026. All areas of mathematics and statistics are welcome. The successful applicants are expected to work with the mathematical sciences faculty in the department and develop a robust research program and contribute to the teaching mission of the department. Candidates can also participate with WPI's growing interdisciplinary programs, including Data Science and Bioinformatics and Computational Biology. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics, or related area. The appointment will be for up to three years with annual renewal based on satisfactory performance. JOB DESCRIPTION The department has over 40 faculty and postdocs. Our...
Dec 16, 2025
Full time Fellowship / PostDoc
Post-Doctoral Fellow - Mechanical & Materials Engineering
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher in the area of optical sensor development for structural integrity assessment. The successful candidate will contribute to a research project focused on developing and validating a Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensor for measuring strain on Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels. This work is a collaborative effort between academia and industry, and it will be conducted under the mentorship of Prof. Ahmet Can Sabuncu at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). Salary: $60,000 annual. The position is full-time and for one-year, with the possibility of renewal contingent on continued funding and performance. JOB DESCRIPTION Required skills and qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering,...
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Campus Police Officer
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Campus Police Officer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Campus Police - Midnight Shift DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The position of Police Officer will support the overall mission of the WPI Police Department to provide a safe and secure living and learning environment for all members of, and visitors to, our community. WPI Police Department is a POST-certified department. Officers who are currently POST-certified must have no disciplinary record. JOB DESCRIPTION Protection of life and property. Provides public safety related services (i.e., escorts, lock-out assists, etc.) equally to all of the members of and visitors to the WPI Community in a manner that demonstrates dignity and respect for all. Actively seek to identify safety and security related problems and to take the necessary steps to solve those problems quickly and efficiently. Promote and participate in crime prevention and...
Jan 13, 2026
Full time
Graduate Intern of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Graduate Intern of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs - POP - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs is looking to hire 3 graduate students who desire a summer opportunity focused on Pre-College Programs. This position provides a professional experience that involves coordination of residential student staff training and supervision, participant orientation, program coordination, residential life operations, student activities, and STEM outreach. We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic interns to join our Pre-College Summer Program Team. The graduate interns will work together to ensure a seamless summer of in-person programs. This position is a live on position for the entire timeframe of the internship. As an intern, you will play an essential role in supporting the coordination and execution of our...
Jan 10, 2026
Full time
Assistant/Associate Controller
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA, USA
JOB TITLE Assistant/Associate Controller LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Controller's Office DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Assistant/Associate Controller leads the interim and annual audit and participates in the preparation of the financial statements of the University in coordination with the University Controller. This role may be filled at the Assistant Controller or Associate Controller level depending on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications. This position is responsible for managing quarter-end and year-end accounting processes and for handling Treasury functions, bond compliance and debt accounting, and fixed asset accounting. The role supervises 4 direct reports: a Senior Treasury Analyst, 1-2 Senior Accountants, and 1 Staff Accountant. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Performs major role in preparation of annual University financial statements and footnote disclosures...