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Jun 16, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Research Assistant Music Technology and Biomedical Sensing (Temporary, Grant-Funded)

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

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,...

Jun 05, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Temporary Research Assistant

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Assistant LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Social Science & Policy Studies - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The candidate will perform basic and applied research in math education and support the processing and analysis of educational data that is produced as students engage with math problems using a variety of technology tools (eye tracking, executive function tasks, math technology). The researcher would join an interdisciplinary team to work on several NSF funded projects examining the intersections of math and algebra problem solving, math cognition, perceptual learning, student errors and strategy use, feedback, executive function and attention, and learning technologies. These projects will provide a lot of opportunities to examine student math performance and achievement outcomes as well as action and problem log-level data analysis of student interactions within...

Jun 02, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Temporary Research Engineer

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

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,...

May 28, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Temporary Research Assistant, Biology & Biotechnology

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Assistant LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biology & Biotechnology - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY This research assistant position will work directly with senior personnel on the project "Global & intercultural competency across the curriculum". The research assistant will assist with the analysis of quantitative and qualitative data collected by the senior personnel. The research assistant will also work with undergraduate students to create an integrated analysis of the data in the larger context of global and intercultural competency in higher education. The research assistant will meet regularly with senior grant personnel during the hiring period. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: The research assistant will: Prepare reports of quantitative and qualitative data collected during AY25-26 Meet regularly with senior personnel and present progress reports...

May 22, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Temporary Researcher, Computer Science Department

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Temporary Researcher LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Computer Science - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Temporary researcher needed to assist in Dr. Agu's lab in the Computer Science Department at WPI. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Provide a strong mobile and wound server programming background required to produce a robust wound infection screener and care recommender app with a server that can robustly serve deep learning requests from mobile devices. Assist with analysis of the development of the wound analysis algorithms using deep learning using photographs and thermal images, and on machine learning models that combine visual images and thermal images to detect infection more accurately. Analyze the collected data to assist in researching and developing the infection wound care recommendation algorithms and machine learning methods. Hourly pay rate is $25 per...

Jun 17, 2026

Full time

Campus Police Officer III

North Shore Community College Lynn, MA

Campus Police Officer III Location: Lynn, MA Category: Campus Police Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Jun 9 2026 Job Description: Campus Police Officer III (Sergeant) Grade 19, Step 7, AFSCME Unit II position, 40 hours/week Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:30 PM-10:30 PM Campus Location: Lynn. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies. SALARY $3,116.31 biweekly ($81,024.06 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: To ensure and maintain a secure campus...

Jun 07, 2026

Full time

Second Cook

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Second Cook Amherst Campus Full Time JR6788 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 Second Cook position. The Second Cook is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $22.10 to $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. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here...

Jun 05, 2026

Full time

Second Cook

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Second Cook Amherst Campus Full Time JR6985 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 Second Cook position. The Second Cook is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $22.10 to $23.75/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. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for...

Jun 03, 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 Integrated Materials and Processes Design (IMPD) group at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in computational materials science with a focus on advanced density functional theory (DFT), machine learning, and multiscale materials modeling for alloys and ceramics. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research involving first-principles calculations mainly using VASP and related computational tools to investigate elevated-temperature phase stability, thermodynamic and mechanical properties, defect chemistry, diffusion behavior, and electrical/functional properties of structural and energy materials. The position also involves the integration of machine learning and AI-assisted approaches into materials...

Jun 03, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Gift Processor, Part Time

Lasell University Newton, MA

Gift Processor, Part Time Salary Range: $23.50 - $25.50 Hourly Level: Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Category: Description JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Gift Processor Department: University Advancement Reports to: Director of Strategic Operations for University Advancement Employment Status: Part-Time/12 Months Lasell University seeks an experienced and collaborative part-time Gift Processor to join the University Advancement (UA) team during an exciting period of growth. Under the leadership of our 10th president, Eric M. Turner, Lasell is undertaking its largest campaign in the university's history. The Gift Processor is an essential member of the UA and is an exceptional, solutions-oriented professional, responsible for processing gifts and tax receipts in a timely and accurate way. In addition, the Gift Processor contributes to the quality of data in Lasell's CRM database (NXT Raiser's Edge) by...

Jun 02, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Summer Nurse (LPN/RN)

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Summer Nurse (LPN/RN) LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs - POP - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) offers a wide range of summer programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for students in grades 6-12. Our summer academic programs bring nearly 1,000 students to campus. Programs are one to four weeks in length, both day and residential. We offer programs such as aerospace engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, and more! Please see more information about our programs: www.wpi.edu/+summer. The Office of Pre-collegiate Outreach Programs is seeking to hire nurses to deliver health care for summer academic programs with participants in grades 6-12. Responsibilities include nursing care, medication administration, health teaching,...

Jun 02, 2026

Full time

Admission Counselor

Simmons University Boston, MA

Admission Counselor Main Campus - Boston, MA R11949 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 find that people who...

May 27, 2026

Full time

Boiler Operator

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Boiler Operator Amherst Campus Full Time JR6979 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 Boiler Operator position. The Boiler Operator is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $35.00-40.00 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. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for...

May 16, 2026

Full time

Dishroom Attendant

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Dishroom Attendant Amherst Campus Full Time JR6964 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 Dishroom Attendant position. The Dishroom Attendant is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is $19.64 - $ 20.00 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. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their...

May 16, 2026

Full time

Associate Director of Facilities Management

Northern Essex Community College Haverhill, MA

Associate Director of Facilities Management POSITION: Full-Time Associate Director of Facilities Management (Associate Director): Buildings and Grounds Department; Haverhill and Lawrence Campuses; 37.5 hours per week; Non-Unit Professional Position; SUMMARY: The Associate Director of Facilities Management reports to the Director of Facilities Management and the AVP Finance & Comptroller and leads the day-to-day facilities operations across both campuses. This role oversees internal maintenance staff and external vendors, ensuring efficient service delivery, project execution, and high-quality campus environments. The Associate Director is responsible for maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring compliance with all applicable state and institutional procurement, financial, and vendor regulations. This is an on-site position requiring a consistent campus presence five days per week. RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the...

Apr 16, 2026

Full time

Licensed Master Tradesperson - HVAC

Lasell University Newton, MA

Licensed Master Tradesperson - HVAC Salary Range: $39.48 - $39.48 Hourly Level: Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Category: Staff Description The Office of Plant Operations and Public Safety at Lasell University is seeking a Licensed Master Tradesperson - HVAC. The Master Tradesperson - HVAC is responsible for performing a variety of duties to install, maintain, inspect, operate and repair building HVAC and refrigeration systems, hot water systems and components; and all other related duties as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The duties listed below are intended to describe the essential functions of the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities. Install, operate, adjust and inspect all building HVAC and refrigeration system components and auxiliary equipment (motors, controls, valves, cooling towers, dampers, regulators, gaskets, flanges, seals, pumps,...

Apr 09, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Summer Instructor

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Summer Instructor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs - POP - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY In Summer 2026, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) will offer a wide range of summer programs for students in grades 6 - 12. Our programs are designed to give participants a brief introduction to a hands-on, project-based college education. Programs are one to five weeks in length. We offer STEM programs such as biomedical engineering, computer science, data science, mechanical engineering, physics, and robotics, as well as various business and humanities courses. Please see more information about our programs at www.wpi.edu/+summer. JOB DESCRIPTION BASIC FUNCTION: The Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs is seeking to hire part-time instructors for our summer programs with students in grades 6 - 12. These positions are created to provide an available applicant pool...

Mar 21, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Casual Dispatcher (Casual Position)

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Casual Dispatcher (Casual Position) Amherst Campus Part Time JR6316 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 Casual Dispatcher position. The Casual Dispatcher is a part-time, casual position with no benefits. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $23.00-25.00 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. The casual dispatcher may be assigned to work on Saturday or Sunday from 7 AM to 3 PM Casual Dispatchers may also be...

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