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Apr 21, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Nursing Clinical Instructors (Part-Time) (Multiple Opening Available)

Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA

Nursing Clinical Instructors (Part-Time) (Multiple Opening Available) POSITION: Part-Time Nursing Clinical Instructors (Adjunct Faculty): Nursing Department, Division of Health Professions; Lawrence Campus (414 Common Street); up to 16 hours per week; MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position SUMMARY: Clinical Nursing instructors supervise clinical experience for up to 6 students for 8-16 hours per week. Their duties include, but may not be limited to, providing clinical instruction that coordinates with theoretical content and achieves course objectives. Adjunct Faculty will engage in a critical role in the teaching and learning process as a member of the nursing team, contributing to student success. REPORTS TO: Assistant Dean of Nursing Programs SCHEDULE: Clinical Opportunities 1-2 days or evenings per week; Monday through Friday RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare clinical assignments prior to clinical learning experience Instruct and Supervise nursing students in the...

Apr 21, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Radiological Technology Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)

Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA

Radiological Technology Clinical Instructor (Part-Time) POSITION: Part-Time Radiological Technology Clinical Instructor (Adjunct Faculty): Radiological Technology Program, Division of Health Professions; up to 20-30 hours per week; MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position SUMMARY: The successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of both the theory and practice of Radiologic Technology, as well as experience with program goals, supervision, instructional support, and student evaluation. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to maintain current knowledge in both the professional discipline and educational methodologies, and communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms. The department offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree in Radiologic Technology. The Radiologic Technology program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), and an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credentialing...

Apr 15, 2026

Full time

Full-Time Faculty, Department Chair/Associate Degree Respiratory Care Program

North Shore Community College Danvers, MA

Full-Time Faculty, Department Chair/Associate Degree Respiratory Care Program Location: Danvers, MA Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Apr 14 2026 Job Description: Full-Time Faculty, Department Chair/Associate Degree Respiratory Care Program Division of Health Professions MCCC/MTA Unit Position SALARY: Anticipated starting salary is $57,289.00 - $60,000.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the MCCC/MTA collective bargaining agreement. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits. At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: This full-time Faculty member will be responsible for coordinating the Respiratory Care Program under the guidance of the Dean of Health Professions....

Apr 11, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Adjunct Faculty - History

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty - History LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Part-time adjunct faculty pool in History to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises . JOB DESCRIPTION The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach History (HI) courses. History faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI's History program has particular strengths in American, European, East Asian, Latin American, and global histories; the histories of science and technology; urban and environmental histories; imperial and postcolonial histories; and race, gender, and social movements. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability...

Apr 11, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Adjunct Faculty - Literature and Creative Writing

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty - Literature and Creative Writing LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Literature and Creative Writing to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises. JOB DESCRIPTION The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Literature and Creative Writing courses. The Literature faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars and have particular interests in American (including African American and Chicana/o), English, and World literatures; poetry; and American and Global cinema. The Creative Writing Program offers introduction, intermediate, and advanced seminars in fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful...

Apr 10, 2026

Full time

Associate Director of Affinity Engagement

Simmons University Boston, MA

Associate Director of Affinity Engagement Main Campus - Boston, MA R11836 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You'll...

Apr 07, 2026

Full time

Dean of Business and Professional Studies

Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA

Dean of Business and Professional Studies POSITION: Full-Time Dean of Business and Professional Studies (Dean): Academic Affairs; Haverhill and Lawrence Campuses; 37.5 hours per week; Non-Unit Professional Position. SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Dean is responsible for the overall academic leadership and administration of unit staff, programs, courses, and services with this division. The Dean directly supervises faculty and staff across the following departments: Business & Accounting; Culinary & Hospitality; American Sign Language Studies; Criminal Justice; Early Childhood Education; Educational Studies; and Human Services, ensuring high-quality instruction and alignment with institutional goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as the sole management person for the division. Provides overall academic leadership and administration of faculty, staff,...

Apr 04, 2026

Full time

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Music

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

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...

Feb 25, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors - Massachusetts Family Sign Language Program (Part-Time)

Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA

American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors - Massachusetts Family Sign Language Program (Part-Time) POSITION: Part-Time American Sign Language (ASL) Tutors - Massachusetts Family Sign Language Program: Gallaudet University Regional Center (GURC) at Northern Essex Community College, up to 9 hours per week with an average of 2-4 hours per week ASL version of the job announcement: https://youtu.be/yWCqoxeefzc SUMMARY: The Gallaudet University Regional Center - East is seeking part-time American Sign Language (ASL) tutors across Massachusetts to provide instruction and family-centered language support for families with deaf and hard of hearing children ages birth to three years. Tutors work with parents, caregivers, and extended family members to support early visual language development, model natural ASL use, and share knowledge of Deaf culture and community resources. Tutors are hired on an as needed basis. Sessions are delivered either remotely via Zoom or in-person in...

Mar 12, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Research Assistant (Casual Position) - Center of Humanistic Inquiry

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Research Assistant (Casual Position) Amherst Campus Part Time JR6471 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Research Assistant position. The Research Assistant is a part-time, casual position with no benefits. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.00-23.00 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Reporting to the Director of the Center of Humanistic Inquiry, the Research Assistant will conduct research on areas...

May 08, 2026

Full time

Research Associate

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Research Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Rao Lab seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to support research on fungal pathogens and host-pathogen interactions. This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in microbiology, molecular biology, and infectious disease research, with a focus on clinically relevant fungi such as Candida, Aspergillus, Cryptococcus, and Fusarium species. The research associate will assist with routine laboratory operations, experimental workflows, and data collection under the supervision of senior research staff. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Laboratory & Experimental Support Perform routine culturing and maintenance of fungal strains (e.g., Candida albicans, Aspergillus fumigatus) Prepare media, reagents, and sterile supplies following standard...

May 08, 2026

Full time

Clerk IV (Tutoring Assistant), Tutoring Center

North Shore Community College Danvers, MA

Clerk IV (Tutoring Assistant), Tutoring Center Location: Danvers, MA Category: Clerical/Office Support Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description: Clerk IV (Tutoring Assistant), Tutoring Center Grade 13, AFSCME Unit position, 37.5 hours/week Campus Location: Danvers Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:00 pm SALARY: $1,932.56 biweekly, ($50,246.56 per year) with fringe benefits. An appointment made from outside the bargaining unit (AFSCME) must start at this salary, step #1 of the range or as adjusted in accordance with the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits. At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: At the Tutoring Center, you will find a community of...

May 08, 2026

Full time

Science Instructor, Upward Bound Summer Academy

North Shore Community College Lynn, MA

Science Instructor, Upward Bound Summer Academy Location: Lynn, MA Category: Other Job Type: Part-time Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description: Science Instructor, Upward Bound Summer Academy Campus Location: NSCC Lynn & UMass Amherst Work Schedule: July 1: Staff Training July 2 - July 16: Day Program, 8am-4pm July 18 - August 8: Residential Program, UMass Amherst August 10: NSCC: Wrapping up paperwork and program materials SALARY: Total earnings for this position is $4,368 at $36.55/HR, plus room and board during the residential portion of the program. At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. ABOUT TRIO UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM The North Shore Community College (NSCC) TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program is a federally funded program for low-income, first-generation, and/or academically at-risk high school students. The primary mission is to increase the rate at which participants complete their secondary school...

May 08, 2026

Full time

Math Instructor, Upward Bound Summer Academy

North Shore Community College Lynn, MA

Math Instructor, Upward Bound Summer Academy Location: Lynn, MA Category: Other Job Type: Part-time Posted On: Thu May 7 2026 Job Description: Summer Instructor, Math, TRIO Upward Bound Program Campus Location: NSCC Lynn & UMass Amherst Work Schedule: July 1: Staff Training July 2 - July 16: Day Program, 8am-4pm July 18 - August 8: Residential Program, UMass Amherst August 10: NSCC: Wrapping up paperwork and program materials SALARY: Total earnings for this position is $4,368 at $36.55/HR plus room and board during the residential portion of the program. At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. ABOUT TRIO UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM The North Shore Community College (NSCC) TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program is a federally funded program for low-income, first-generation, and/or academically at-risk high school students. The primary mission is to increase the rate at which participants complete their secondary...

May 07, 2026

Full time

Research Engineer

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Research Engineer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Computer Science - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The research engineer will work with the PI on facilitating the lab's ongoing research projects in the immersive system. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Designing, implementing, and testing an edge-assisted hardware testbed. Integrating our mobile robotic platform for human-centered AR evaluation and multi-camera systems for visual offloading and 3D reconstruction. The research engineer will also be expected to assist the PI in preparing preliminary results and manuscript drafts for proposal and paper submissions. Requirements: M.S. in Robotics Engineering or a related engineering/computing field Hands-on experience with ROS 2 Experience developing, integrating, or operating mobile robots, manipulators, or mobile-manipulation systems Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++....

May 07, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy of Gender, Race, and Class

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

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...

May 07, 2026

Full time

Executive Director, Advancement Operations

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Executive Director, Advancement Operations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Advancement Operations & Engagement 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...

May 07, 2026

Full time

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Electrochemical Energy Laboratory at Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks a Post-Doctoral Fellow to conduct research in lithium-ion battery recycling, cathode material regeneration, sustainable battery materials processing, and electrochemical energy storage. The position will support research projects focused on closed-loop lithium-ion battery recycling, cathode upcycling, solvent-free electrode manufacturing, materials characterization, and electrochemical performance evaluation. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will work under the supervision of Prof. Yan Wang and collaborate with graduate students, research staff, industry partners, and external collaborators. The position is expected to contribute to experimental design, materials synthesis and processing, battery cell...

May 06, 2026

Full time

Executive Director of Financial Aid

North Shore Community College Danvers, MA

Executive Director of Financial Aid Location: Lynn/Danvers, MA Category: Administrative Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Fri Apr 3 2026 Job Description: Executive Director of Financial Aid Non-Unit Professional position, 37.5 hours/week Campus Location: Lynn and Danvers Campus with 1 remote date Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm SALARY: Salary range $115,000.00 - $124,000.00. The offered salary will be commensurate with experience and education but will not exceed the stated range. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits. At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Executive Director of Financial Aid provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and policy direction for the College's Financial Aid...

May 05, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Adjunct Faculty -Theatre

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty -Theatre LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Theatre to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises. JOB DESCRIPTION The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Theatre courses and practicums. In addition to participating in department productions, theatre faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic seminars, and practicums. WPI's theatre program produces at least four productions a year and offers instruction in dramatic literature, playwrighting, acting, directing, dramaturgy, technical theatre, and theatrical design. The ideal candidate is a practicing scholar/artist who has professional and collegiate directing, acting, design, or technical credits and has strong connections to...

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