39 community program assistant jobs found in Worcester

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 WPI Club...

JOB TITLE Dean of the Business School LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Provost Office DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Business School. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to advance business education and research at a premier technological university known for its distinctive project-based learning model, where students tackle real-world challenges through hands-on projects that connect academic disciplines to societal needs and professional practice. The Dean will join WPI following the university's recent achievement of Carnegie R1 research university status and recognition by U.S. News & World Report as No. 18 nationally for best return on investment. This leader will shape the future of WPI's Business School while contributing to WPI's continued rise in international prominence. The...

JOB TITLE Research Assistant - Music Technology and Biomedical Sensing (Temporary, Grant-Funded) LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a temporary Research Assistant to support the Music-induced Analgesia Genome Study (IMAGS), an interdisciplinary research project investigating the use of music and physiological sensing technologies to support chronic pain management. IMAGS explores how music can reduce chronic pain by examining the relationship between listeners' musical experiences and physiological indicators of stress. The project combines music technology, biofeedback sensing, software development, and human-centered design to create tools that support researchers, clinicians, and music therapists. The Research Assistant will work closely with faculty investigators and student researchers to refine, prototype,...

JOB TITLE Assistant Professor | Biology & Biotechnology LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Biology and Biotechnology at Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a full-time tenure track position. The appointment will be at any rank, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. JOB DESCRIPTION We seek an outstanding biologist who will enhance and complement the Department's strengths in cell and molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, and neuroscience. We are particularly interested in candidates who integrate computational, quantitative, and/or AI-driven approaches with experimentally grounded biological research programs. Competitive applicants will leverage cutting-edge methods in machine learning, systems biology, genomics, imaging, modeling, and/or bioinformatics to address fundamental questions...

JOB TITLE Assistant Director of Alumni Career Development LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Heebner Career Development Center - HCDC DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Heebner Career Development Center (HCDC) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking a collaborative, relationship-driven Assistant Director of Alumni Career Development to strengthen alumni engagement in student career development and employer partnerships, and to advance lifelong career support for alumni. WPI provides career development services to alumni for life, and this role plays a key part in designing and delivering alumni-focused career programming, supporting alumni career growth, and translating alumni expertise into exploration, networking, mentoring, and opportunity for current students. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of the Heebner Career Development Center, the Assistant Director will lead alumni career engagement...

JOB TITLE Research Assistant LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Multiple PhD Research Assistant positions are available in the Multiscale Thermal Fluids Laboratory (MTFL) within the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). These are immediate openings, and priority will be given to applicants who can begin the program right away. Compensation: $21/hourly. This position is supported through external funding. JOB DESCRIPTION Project 1: Droplet Dynamics This project involves the experimental study of sessile droplet behavior in shear gas flows, using high-speed imaging and image processing techniques. Project 2: Energy Analysis of Commercial Buildings This project focuses on the energy performance analysis of commercial buildings in the region, with the broader goal of promoting...

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. JOB DESCRIPTION An Adjunct Teaching Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, including design studios, with various options for...

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,...

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Technician in ML in Healthcare LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Professor Zhenglun Alan Wei is seeking to fill Temporary Research Technician positions in ML in Healthcare. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Apply machine learning algorithms to problems in fluid mechanics, medical imaging, and related domains. Design, develop, and enhance research websites and web-based applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to carry out research activities within the scope of funded projects. Publish research findings, methodologies, and algorithms in leading conferences and high-impact journals. Contribute to innovation-driven technological projects with strong potential for commercialization. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field....

JOB TITLE Executive Functioning Coach LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Office of Accessibility Services DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking a dedicated Executive Functioning Coach to support students' academic success through individualized coaching within the PEAK Program. Due to the continued growth of the PEAK Program, WPI is expanding its coaching team and adding an additional Executive Functioning Coach. This position provides holistic academic coaching to help students strengthen their executive functioning skills, including organization, time management, goal setting, and effective study habits. The Executive Functioning Coach will work closely with students to identify barriers to success, develop personalized strategies, and equip them with long-term tools for academic achievement. The coach will also collaborate with campus partners to ensure students receive...

JOB TITLE Senior Records & Registration Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Registrar DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Responsible for creation of special populations managed by the Registrar's Office, including exchange, consortium, non-degree, and registration for those populations as required. Responsible for coordination of all project registrations and recording of completion of degree requirements. Creates and registers all independent studies. Coordinates and communicates with the Global Experience Office regarding Project Centers. Assists with incoming phone calls and email inquiries daily. Provides backup for in-person front desk operations and serves as secondary contact for work study students. Maintains status as secondary Veterans Affairs Certifying Official. JOB DESCRIPTION Support students, faculty, and staff with all aspects of the three required undergraduate projects: Interactive...

JOB TITLE Assistant Director - PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics - PERA DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY WPI is searching for a dynamic individual for our full-time position, Assistant Director of Facilities Operations & Recreation. The successful candidate Assists the Associate Athletic Director-PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation in the supervision and management of daily operations of the Department of Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics (PERA) facilities and recreational programming. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to: facilities management and maintenance, risk management, internal and external scheduling, student and support staff training and development, recreation and summer programming. Supervise the PERA Facilities Operations & Recreation Coordinator. JOB DESCRIPTION...

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Engineer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Research Assistant to assist with research programs in the Cote Research Lab, including experimental data analysis, and report writing literature review JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Conducting background literature searches, including summary presentations/memos Writing technical reports and presentations Assisting in lab experiments and evaluations Requirements: Background knowledge in metals and additive manufacturing Strong communication skills Previous experience in a laboratory environment Compensation: $25 per hour based on experience FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

JOB TITLE Administrative Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Administrative Associate assists with the administrative and operational support for the daily operations of the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering. This role supports student project budgets and manages departmental resources along with providing daily office support. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Process and monitor expense reports, departmental transfers, purchase orders, and vendor payments Create and manage vendor invoice requests in alignment with WPI financial policies Apply for and manage departmental purchasing card (PCard) for faculty, staff and students Coordinate with internal departments to secure supplemental funding when needed Process travel and reimbursement requests for student conferences and competitions...

JOB TITLE Assistant Professor of Information Systems LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME The Business School DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Do you want to have a greater impact inside and outside the classroom? Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), a premier university located in New England, might be the place for you! WPI's Business School (the Business School) seeks motivated applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Information Systems (dual mission tenure-track) to build on the university's strengths in the information technology space. We seek motivated applicants with research focused on data analytics, business analytics, databases, machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) applications in organizations. Successful candidates must be prepared to conduct high-impact research, publish in high-quality outlets and commit to high-quality teaching. JOB DESCRIPTION Qualifications:...

JOB TITLE Assistant Professor of Information Systems/Block Chain LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME The Business School DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Do you want to have a greater impact inside and outside the classroom? Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), a premier university located in New England, might be the place for you! WPI's Business School (the Business School) seeks motivated applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Information Systems (dual mission tenure-track) to build on the university's strengths in the information technology space. We seek motivated applicants with research focused on blockchain technologies and their applications. All blockchain application areas are welcome, with fintech applications especially welcome. Successful candidates must be prepared to conduct high-impact research, publish in high-quality outlets and commit to high-quality teaching. JOB DESCRIPTION...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy of Gender, Race, and Class LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking a part-time adjunct Philosophy faculty member to teach a section of "Philosophy 2716: Gender, Race, and Class" from October 20 to December 12, 2025 on Monday and Thursday afternoons. The course consists of an examination of categories used to mark social identities of marked difference, such as gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, species, etc. Candidates should have PhD (or ABD) in Philosophy, Women Studies, Gender Studies, Critical Race Theory, or allied fields. JOB DESCRIPTION WPI Philosophy and Religion faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI's PY-RE program has particular strengths in social justice and...

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty - Computer Science LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Computer Science - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day, evening and/or online classes for the Department of Computer Science. 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 There is a potential need for both undergraduate and graduate courses to be taught on campus, off campus in a corporate setting or online. The goal is to integrate a successful applicant into related...