17 research manager jobs found in Worcester

JOB TITLE Events and Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Event and Conference Services DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY This position will support WPI student organizations' events by assisting with planning and execution, meeting with students, and communicating event needs to service teams. In addition, the Events and Operations Coordinator will assist with the day-to-day needs in the Conference & Event Services Office and work within the university's event management software (25Live), ensuring scheduling can be done efficiently and effectively by the entire campus community. This position reports to the Director of University Events and Chief Commencement Officer. JOB DESCRIPTION Event Coordination & Student Support (50%) Manage day-to-day student event requests, ensuring they are processed efficiently and equitably. Provide guidance on WPI event policies and procedures....

JOB TITLE Summer Program Teacher --STEM (Junior Academy at Mass Academy) LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mass Academy - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Junior Academy at Mass Academy is a two-week summer program for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students from many backgrounds. This day program is designed to provide academic enrichment and support through meaningful learning opportunities so that students will be more confident, curious, and engaged in their learning and realize that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are not only accessible to them, but they are also rewarding and can open doors for their future. Participating students will receive literacy and math support, engage in hands-on STEM projects, and visit the WPI campus to tour labs and meet researchers. JOB DESCRIPTION Must be available July 6 through July 17 Teaching schedule: Hours vary based on teaching schedule, but will...

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 Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity & Outreach/Investigator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Equal Opportunity & Outreach DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Reporting to the Senior Director of Equal Opportunity & Outreach, the Assistant Director/Investigator conducts investigations, handles resolutions, and plays a lead role in meeting the University's training and education obligations under Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, and other federal or state civil rights laws. With case-related guidance, the Investigator is responsible for their caseload, partnering with school designees throughout the investigative process, conducting legally sufficient investigations, meeting established timelines, and treating all constituents engaged in the complaint process with sensitivity and neutrality. In addition, the Assistant Director conducts annual trainings with key stakeholders around civil rights. JOB...

JOB TITLE Assistant Director, Admissions LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Admissions DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Assistant Director, Admissions will work with the admissions team to further WPI's efforts to attract and enroll the most qualified undergraduate students. This role develops and implements strategies to convey key institutional messages to prospective students and parents on and off campus. They cultivate professional relationships with school counselors and key educational organizations. Reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions, this person will aid the team and manage projects associated with enrollment marketing and communications. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities : Assist in the recruitment of the incoming first-year undergraduate enrollment class by developing and executing a strategic recruitment plan for an assigned geographic territory aligned with university and...

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 Assistant Director, Regional Recruitment (Pacific Northwest) LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Admissions DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment - Pacific Northwest works with the admissions team to further WPI's efforts to recruit, select, and enroll the most qualified undergraduate students. They are charged with developing and implementing strategies to convey key institutional messages to prospective students and parents on and off campus and to cultivate professional relationships with counselors and key educational organizations. WPI's Undergraduate Admissions Office is a collaborative team with an ongoing focus of deepening their understanding of the intersectional identities of all members of the community. They are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff, which is inclusive and culturally informed. The Assistant Director of...

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...

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 Major Gift Officer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Leadership Giving DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Major Gift Officer (MGO) will partner with faculty and the Advancement team to grow the culture of philanthropy with alumni at WPI. The MGO's portfolio will concentrate on Undergraduate and graduate alumni. This position is based in Worcester, MA. WPI is seeking an entrepreneurial major gift officer who will utilize proven practices and new ideas to engage and re-engage with alumni as they take the major gift program to new heights. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Leadership Giving, the MGO will partner closely with faculty, Institute leaders, and Advancement colleagues to cultivate donor relationships, engage alumni, and increase overall financial support at this critical time in WPI's history. The ideal candidate will have a passion for applying their donor-centered individual giving...