Executive assistant jobs | Academic Careers

Sep 19, 2026

Full time

Operations & Finance Specialist to the Dean (Nursing)

Simmons University Boston, MA

Operations & Finance Specialist to the Dean (Nursing) Main Campus - Boston, MA R12272 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...

Oct 03, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Lasell University Newton, MA

Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach Salary Range: $4,000.00 - $4,000.00 Commission Level: Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Staff Description The Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach - (Distance/Mid-Distance) will be responsible for the design and implementation of the men's and women's Distance and Middle-Distance athletes during both the cross country season and both indoor and outdoor track & field seasons. Working with other event group coaches and reporting to the head coach, the candidate will have primary responsibility for developing athletes in events ranging from the 800m to 10000m on the Track and for Cross Country, and for assisting the Head Coach and/or other Assistant Coaches with other event groups as necessary. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This is a part-time position for which the...

Sep 18, 2026

Full time

Assistant Vice President of Advancement and Public Relations

North Shore Community College Danvers, MA

Assistant Vice President of Advancement and Public Relations Location: Danvers, MA Category: Administrative Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu Sep 17 2026 Job Description: Assistant Vice President of Advancement and Public Relations Non-Unit Professional position, 37.5 hours/week Campus Location: Danvers SALARY: Salary range $150,000.00 - $180,000.00. 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: Reporting directly to the President, the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Advancement and Public Relations serves as a core member of the President's Cabinet and provides strategic...

Aug 14, 2026

Full time

Admission Counselor

Lasell University Newton, MA

Admission Counselor Salary Range: $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 Salary Level: Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Staff Description Essential Job Functions: The Admission Counselor / Assistant Director of Admission will assist in and be responsible for all aspects of the admission and recruitment process including, but not limited to: Fall and spring domestic recruitment travel including high school and community college visits, college fairs, area receptions, and events Counseling prospective students and families throughout the college application and selection process Assisting guidance professionals, faculty, alumni/ae, and prospective students and families to better understand the college's mission through personal interviews, group presentations, and extensive follow-up communication Conducting a thorough application review of admission materials and providing decisions in a timely...

Jul 07, 2026

Full time

Dean of the Business School

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

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...

Jul 10, 2026

Full time

Assistant Track and Field Coach - Sprints/Jumps

Lasell University Newton, MA

Assistant Track and Field Coach - Sprints/Jumps Salary Range: $3,000.00 - $3,500.00 Commission Level: Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Category: Staff Description The Assistant Track and Field Coach - Sprints/Jumps will be responsible for the design and implementation of the men's and women's sprints and hurdles program. Working with other event group coaches and reporting to the head coach, the candidate will have primary responsibility for developing athletes the high jump and pole vault, and for assisting the Head Coach with developing athletes from 60m to 400m, in addition to the long jump and triple jump. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This is a part-time position for which the specific schedule and stipend will be determined by or with the head coach. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide coaching and instruction to student-athletes...

Jul 07, 2026

Full time

Maintenance Mechanic II

Lasell University Newton, MA

Maintenance Mechanic II Salary Range: $30.00 - $33.36 Hourly Level: Position Type: Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Category: Description This position is a Lasell College Buildings and Grounds position. As such, the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Service Employees' International Union, Local 615, and Lasell College applies. JOB SUMMARY: The Maintenance Mechanic II is responsible for performing various maintenance tasks, routine and semi-skilled. The basic purpose of this work is to perform various manual tasks required for upkeep of all College owned and/or leased campus buildings and homes. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities. Lasell College has the right to add or change the job responsibilities at any time. This...

Jul 03, 2026

Full time

Assistant Mens Soccer Coach

Lasell University Newton, MA

Assistant Mens Soccer Coach Salary Range: $5,000.00 - $5,500.00 Commission Level: Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Description Job Description Summary Lasell University invites applications for the part-time position of Assistant Men's Soccer Coach. Lasell University is a member of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and the NCAA Division III offering 19 varsity sports 9 for men and 10 for women). Lasell University's 50-acre campus is located in Newton, MA, a community located ten miles west of Boston. The co-educational institution, offering professionally oriented baccalaureate and master's degree programs, has an enrollment of 1600 full-time undergraduate students. The Assistant Coach will report to the Head Men's Soccer Coach. Responsibilities : The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to...

Oct 15, 2026

Full time

Communications Specialist (Staff Assistant), Strategic Communications

North Shore Community College Danvers, MA

Communications Specialist (Staff Assistant), Strategic Communications Location: Danvers, MA Category: Administrative Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Oct 14 2026 Job Description: Communications Specialist (Staff Assistant), Strategic Communications Non-Unit Professional position, 37.5 hours/week Campus Location: Danvers Work Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Office, Wednesday/Friday - Remote SALARY: Salary range $58,000.00 - $68,000.00. 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 Communications Specialist supports the institution's communication goals by creating,...

Oct 10, 2026

Full time

Assistant Teaching Professor, Literature and Writing

Simmons University Boston, MA

Assistant Teaching Professor, Literature and Writing Main Campus - Boston, MA R12365 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...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Administrative Associate

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Administrative Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Chemistry & Biochemistry DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Serves as a primary person responsible for supporting the chemistry and biochemistry department undergraduate program administration. Tasks include coordinating student services and ensuring the smooth operation of academic and administrative processes. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary point of contact for undergraduate students, addressing inquiries and providing guidance. • Perform routine clerical duties, including sort/distribute mail and handle incoming and outgoing mail deliveries and packages, sign and notify recipients, maintain office equipment and supplies. • Work closely with faculty, staff and department head to ensure effective communication and implementation of academic policies, program requirements, and administrative procedures....

Sep 22, 2026

Full time

Clinical Counselor

Lasell University Newton, MA

Clinical Counselor Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary Level: Position Type: Education Level: Master's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Description JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Clinical Counselor Division: Academic and Student Affairs Department: Counseling Center Reports to: Counseling Center Director Employment Status: Full Time Part Time Calendar Year Academic Year 9 months 10 months JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Counselor is one of the professional staff members who comprise the staff of the Counseling Center. Reporting to the Director of the Counseling Center, the Clinical Counselor provides direct service mental health counseling to the undergraduate student body, and delivers psycho-educational programming. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all...

Sep 10, 2026

Full time

Director, Government & Community Relations

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Director, Government & Community Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Government & External Relations DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Director of Government and Community Relations is responsible for managing the organization's relationships with local and state officials, as well as community stakeholders. This role is pivotal in advocating for the organization's interests, building strategic partnerships, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The Director will serve as a liaison between the organization, elected officials, community leaders, and advocacy groups, fostering positive relationships to support organizational goals. This position reports to the Chief Governmental Relations Officer. JOB DESCRIPTION Government Relations: Develop and execute strategies for government engagement at local and state levels. Monitor legislative and regulatory issues...

Aug 22, 2026

Full time

Director of Admission

Lasell University Newton, MA

Director of Admission Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 Salary Level: Position Type: Education Level: Master's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Description JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Director of Admission Salary Range: 100k-115k JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Admission is responsible for managing a comprehensive recruitment strategy for first-time and transfer students, both domestically and internationally. The Director is responsible for coordinating the recruitment, outreach, application review, event strategy, undergraduate marketing review and enrollment operations while supervising the undergraduate admission counselors, visit and events, and operations team members. The Director will serve on the Enrollment Management leadership team. The Director is expected to inspire staff and students and to provide a positive team culture that aids the University in successfully achieving enrollment goals. Essential Job Functions:...

Aug 21, 2026

Full time

Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship

Simmons University Boston, MA

Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship Main Campus - Boston, MA R12108 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...

Aug 11, 2026

Full time Fellowship / PostDoc

Postdoctoral Researcher (Chemistry)

Amherst College Amherst, MA

Postdoctoral Researcher (Chemistry) Amherst Campus Full Time JR7128 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 Post-Doctoral Research Assistant (Chemistry) position. The Post-Doctoral Research Assistant (Chemistry) is a full-time, fixed-term (2-year) position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $63,000 - $65,000 per year. 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...

Aug 01, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Assistant XCTF Coach

Simmons University Boston, MA

Assistant XCTF Coach Residence Campus - Boston, MA R12054 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...

Jul 25, 2026

Part time / Adjunct

Graduate Assistant for Programming Council and Student Organization Support

Simmons University Boston, MA

Graduate Assistant for Programming Council and Student Organization Support Main Campus - Boston, MA R12046 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...

Jul 18, 2026

Full time

Director of Growth Marketing

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Director of Growth Marketing LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Marketing Communications DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Director of Growth Marketing is a member of WPI's in-house team of experts in marketing strategy, messaging, creative, social media, multimedia, and production management. Under the direction of the AVP of Marketing Communications and in collaboration with campus partners, this team leads WPI's integrated brand strategy and the campaigns that support it. With a heavy focus on student enrollment, the Director of Growth Marketing leads strategy and execution of demand generation initiatives that drive awareness, inquiries, and student pipeline growth across undergraduate and graduate studies and pre-collegiate programs. JOB DESCRIPTION Growth Strategy Lead the university's enrollment growth marketing strategy across the full student acquisition funnel, driving awareness, audience...

Jul 14, 2026

Full time

Community Engagement Specialist

Simmons University Boston, MA

Community Engagement Specialist Main Campus - Boston, MA R12013 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...

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