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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Jul 14, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temporary Research Assistant
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA
JOB TITLE Temporary Research Assistant LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Robotics Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Robotics Engineering is seeking a temporary Research Assistant in robot grasping of novel objects. Hourly rate is $20 per hour, hybrid position up to 20 hours per week. JOB DESCRIPTION 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, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. To apply, visit:...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 14, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Clinical Research Assistant - Temporary
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Clinical Research Assistant - Temporary University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Pennsylvania
Jun 12, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Research Assistant (Temporary Employee)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Research Assistant (Temporary Employee) University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 11, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temp Staff - Research Assistant
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Temp Staff - Research Assistant University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Pennsylvania
Jun 09, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temp Research Assistant (Gear Up Program)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Temp Research Assistant (Gear Up Program) University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Texas at San Antonio
Jul 23, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Assistant Professor of Practice - College of Sciences, Mathematics
University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX
Assistant Professor of Practice - College of Sciences, Mathematics Location: San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 15835 Full/Part Time: Part Time Position Information   Assistant Professor of Practice The Department of Mathematics in the College of Science at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) invites applications for a Fixed-Term-Track (FTT) position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice to begin Fall 2026.   Anticipated contract length of 1 to 3 years and will be reviewed at the end of the first academic year for renewal, based on performance. The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 11, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Athletics Marketing Assistant
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Athletics Marketing Assistant University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural...
Augusta University
Jul 01, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Open Rank- Clinical Faculty - Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgeon
Augusta University Augusta, GA
Open Rank- Clinical Faculty - Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgeon Job ID: 300503 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: * Job Summary Job ID 300503 Position # 40112037 The Medical College of Georgia, Cardiothoracic Surgery Section, at Augusta University is currently seeking a part time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, to serve as a Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgeon. Opportunities are available for research support for candidates with appropriate experience and interest. This position does not meet the requirement to be on a tenure track. Responsibilities Responsibilities will include patient care, education, and research in the field of Pediatric Cardia Surgery. Provide clinical and call coverage as outlined by the Section Chief. As a Clinician-Educator, train students and residents. Maintain appropriate clinical records relating to patients treated by you to the...
University of Pennsylvania
Jun 12, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temporary workers
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Temporary workers University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and...
Augusta University
May 29, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG-General Dentistry - Part Time
Augusta University Augusta, GA
Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG-General Dentistry - Part Time Job ID: 299097 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: * Job Summary Job ID 299097 Position # 40083543 The Department of General Dentistry in the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking a part-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. Teaching responsibilities include participation in comprehensive care/general dentistry courses at the pre-doctoral and post-doctoral level. Preference will be given to candidates with clinical experience and who demonstrate expertise in advanced technologies, digital workflow and/or dental implants to support expansion of the advanced technology curricula. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track. Responsibilities Teaching - 98% Oversight of students' clinical activities to include treatment planning, professionalism and ethics,...
University of the Pacific
Jan 29, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor Online (Temporary Employee Pool)
University of the Pacific Sacramento, CA
Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor Online (Temporary Employee Pool) Primary Purpose and Essential Functions: The Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor position is being hired for the new online Master of Social Work (MSW) track and will report directly to the Assistant Program Director for the online MSW track and the Department Chair. Online visiting assistant clinical faculty will be primarily responsible for teaching online asynchronous and/or hybrid courses. Responsibilities include: Teach or co-teach online asynchronous and/or hybrid courses in areas of expertise, using innovative teaching modalities. Create or co-create online asynchronous and/or hybrid course content materials in the areas of expertise, including but not limited to: Course syllabi. Managing online course and course content. Reading assignments. Recorded and/or live lectures. Outlines, scripts, voice-over, podcasts, and similar. Quizzes and exams. Discussion boards....
Augusta University
Oct 03, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Assistant Professor MCG-Med-Cardiology-Part Time
Augusta University Augusta, GA
Assistant Professor MCG-Med-Cardiology-Part Time Job ID: 251056 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: * Job Summary Job ID: 251056 Position number: 40048820 Assistant Professor-PT .50 FTE The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is recruiting critical care specialists to staff our newly constructed multidisciplinary Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. The Unit is a combined medical/surgical unit and will accommodate our expanding heart failure/shock program, which includes ECMO and mechanical assist components. Candidates with various training backgrounds (i.e., Critical Care Medicine, Anesthesia Critical Care) are welcome to apply and would receive academic appointments in their respective Departments (i.e., Medicine, Anesthesiology) while functioning as a member of the Cardiovascular ICU Team. Non-physician providers with significant interest and/or experience in cardiovascular critical care are also...
California State University, San Bernardino
Jun 21, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Department of Biology Teaching Associate (TA) Pool
California State University, San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA
Department of Biology Teaching Associate (TA) Pool California State University, San Bernardino Job no: 546816 Work type: Teaching Associate Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location) The Department of Biology at California State University, San Bernardino is seeking part-time graduate student teaching assistant applications from qualified individuals for our San Bernardino Campus (SBC) and/or our Palm Desert Campus (PDC). Candidates for this position should be graduate students in the MS Biology program and should possess good organizational and communication skills with a drive to enhance student success. Prior teaching experience is recommended but not required. This position will involve teaching laboratory or discussion...
California State University, San Bernardino
Apr 12, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Department of Geological Sciences Part-time Lecturer Pool
California State University, San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA
Department of Geological Sciences Part-time Lecturer Pool California State University, San Bernardino Job no: 546751 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time,Job Search Category/Discipline|Faculty - Natural Sciences Part-time lecturers are solely responsible for teaching their assigned course(s), including teaching all class sessions according to the semester schedule and teaching in the modality assigned to the course. Part-time faculty are expected to be available to students outside of scheduled class sessions for discussion of matters related to instruction, and expected to make course materials available on Canvas. Part-time faculty are responsible for assessing student work and assigning course grades. California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a...
California State University, San Bernardino
Apr 12, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Department of Geological Sciences Teaching Associate (TA) Pool
California State University, San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA
Department of Geological Sciences Teaching Associate (TA) Pool California State University, San Bernardino Job no: 546754 Work type: Teaching Associate Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time CSUSB Geology Teaching Associates (TAs) may be responsible for one or more GEOL 1000L Introductory Geology Laboratory sections, or may support a faculty member in an upper division geology class. TAs teaching GEOL 1000L are solely responsible for their assigned section(s), including being present in person for all class meetings during the semester, being available for meetings with the laboratory coordinator and other teaching assistants, maintaining the shared lab space including cleaning up after assigned lab sections, assessing student work, and meeting with students outside of class during regularly...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 15, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temp - Research Assistant
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Temp - Research Assistant University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 07, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Athletic Communications Assistant
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Athletic Communications Assistant University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 04, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Part-time Temporary Pharmacy Assistant
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Part-time Temporary Pharmacy Assistant University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Pennsylvania
Jul 02, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively...
University of Texas at San Antonio
Jun 26, 2026
Part time / Adjunct
Research Scientist Assistant I, The Center for Archaeological Research (CAR)
University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX
Research Scientist Assistant I, The Center for Archaeological Research (CAR) Location: San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 15293 Full/Part Time: Part Time Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn...
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