5 environmental studies jobs found in Worcester

JOB TITLE Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Philosophy and Religion LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Humanities and Arts (HUA) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Philosophy and Religion beginning August 2026. Preferred candidates will have AOC or AOS qualifying them to teach courses in environmental philosophy and religious studies, sections of an introductory course in philosophy and religion, and two advanced seminars (on subjects of their choice). The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, intellectual versatility, and scholarly achievement, joining the philosophy and religion subgroup of the Humanities and Arts Department. Candidate's background should broadly complement existing faculty strengths and interests, which include political philosophy,...

JOB TITLE Research Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemistry & Biochemistry - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks applicants for a postdoctoral research associate to begin immediately. The research associate is expected to work under Prof. Rong R. Wang's supervision and will focus on developing novel methods and materials for advanced biological and chemical sensors, cell therapeutics and connective tissue regeneration. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Conduct independent and collaborative research and prepare peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports to disseminate research findings. Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external research partners in an interdisciplinary research environment. Provide mentoring and technical guidance to graduate and...

JOB TITLE Coordinator, Development Communications LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Development & Communications Strategy DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Coordinator, Development Communications provides essential support for WPI's advancement communications, stewardship, and content development efforts, enabling the Assistant Vice President, Development Communications and Strategy, to lead strategic storytelling that inspires philanthropic investment. This role assists with donor communications, impact reporting, stewardship materials, proposal support, and digital content while managing administrative and project coordination responsibilities. The Coordinator helps ensure WPI's donors, prospects, and alumni receive compelling, accurate, and timely communications that demonstrate impact and deepen their connection to the university. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities in...

JOB TITLE Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Music LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Humanities and Arts (HUA) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Music beginning August 2026. We seek a music scholar-practitioner whose work engages the diversity of American musical cultures through interdisciplinary perspectives such as musicology, ethnomusicology, history, sociology, cultural studies, and performance practice. The successful candidate will help students examine not only the mechanics of music, but also music as a site of social, racial, gendered, and political meaning. We welcome applicants who can connect scholarship and creative practice, and who are eager to explore musical traditions through courses, research projects, performance, and other innovative pedagogical...

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...