21 temp jobs found

JOB TITLE Temporary Biomechanics Research Engineer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Assist with various biomechanics data collection, analysis, and dissemination in the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Laboratory. JOB DESCRIPTION Qualified individuals will hold a Master's degree in biomedical engineering and have a broad background in musculoskeletal biomechanics and specific expertise in: quantitative CT analysis motion capture musculoskeletal modeling finite element modeling cadaveric specimen preparation materials testing This is an on-site temporary position up to 40 hours per week. Hourly pay rate is $20 per hour depending 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,...

JOB TITLE Temporary Writing Center Tutor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Humanities & Arts Department at WPI is seeking to hire a temporary tutor to assist graduate students (and occasionally undergraduates) in developing their writing skills by providing constructive feedback on the structure, argumentation, and clarity of student compositions. This is an on-site part-time 5 -10 hour per week position with a pay rate of $22 per hour. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities include: Holding consultations with students (both with individuals and with small groups) Attending monthly staff meetings Assisting with outreach across campus Requirements include: Candidates must demonstrate strong writing ability and listening skills. Familiarity with academic genres in both the humanities and the sciences is preferred....

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Aide LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Research Aide will support ongoing research projects involving clinical ECG data. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities will include data cleaning, organization, labeling, quality control, and testing of ECG datasets, as well as maintaining accurate documentation of data processing procedures and results. The Research Aide will also assist with basic data analysis, statistical analysis, and other research-related tasks as needed to support the timely completion of project milestones. All work involving clinical data will be performed in accordance with applicable research protocols and data confidentiality requirements. Hourly pay rate is $20 per hour. This is a temporary 25 hour per week position. FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity...

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Assistant in Physiological Fluid Mechanics LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Artificial Intelligence and Modeling Laboratory for Cardiovascular Diseases (AIMCardio Lab) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking applications for two temporary research assistant positions. We are looking for highly motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic researchers with expertise in fluid-structure interaction, computational and experimental fluid mechanics, and/or scientific machine learning, with applications to cardiovascular diseases and medical devices. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. Successful candidates are expected to commit to a minimum two-year appointment. JOB DESCRIPTION AIMCardio Lab The lab conducts cutting-edge...

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Associate LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Electrical & Computer Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Professor Makaroff is seeking a temporary Research Associate to coordinate joint computational and experimental work with Harvard University JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Coordination of WPI-MGH joint computational and experimental research work with Professor Fried and his team on activation/inhibition of cortical neurons by magnetic microstimulation (micro-coils). Simulation of coil fields in a dense cellular environment. Requirements: Biomedical engineer with knowledge of neuronal activation and interactions including synaptic activation. Knowledge of NEURON software is a plus. Compensation: Hourly pay rate: $35.00 per hour. This is a hybrid, 15 hour per week position until the end of August 2026. FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt)...

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...

JOB TITLE Temporary Computer Science Developer LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Computer Science - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Computer Science is seeking to hire a candidate with skills in web development to help with strategic initiatives in the department. JOB DESCRIPTION The candidate should have: Background in server-based programming languages, like PHP, and front-end development. Target software includes the LAMP stack, Angular, and REST APIs. Familiarity with Drupal and the ability to design professional quality pages is a preferred qualification. Compensation: Hourly Pay: $22.00 per hour based on experience. This is a temporary 20 hour per week position from August to December 2026. 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...

Administrative Assistant II - STEM POSITION: Full-Time Administrative Assistant II - STEM (Administrative Assistant II): STEM Division; Haverhill Campus; 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm; AFSCME Unit I Position SUMMARY: Responsible for performing a wide range of administrative duties in support of the division dean, including but not limited to: assisting in the development of the master schedule and faculty teaching schedules, coordinating the allocation of office space, organizing the ordering of textbooks, scheduling meetings, assisting faculty and students, compiling information to prepare accurate reports, preparing correspondence, maintaining records and filing, and answering division office phones. Also provides special project support to college initiatives including grant funded activities and High School programs. May supervise other support staff and temporary staff. Other duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES: The...

JOB TITLE AV Systems Engineer II LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME AV Systems DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Assist with the design, installation, and support of campus Audio Visual (AV) equipment and infrastructure critical to course delivery, project collaborations, and campus events. JOB DESCRIPTION Under direction of team lead, purchase, configure, and install AV equipment, systems, and solutions targeted for permanent or temporary use according to campus requirements Perform testing and troubleshooting, diagnose problems, and contact vendor for assistance as needed Participate in planning budget targets and managing installations to meet budget allocations Respond to customer problems and provide immediate service and support to faculty, students, and staff. Use Service Desk ticketing system to process AV related requests and incidents Perform preventative maintenance and refresh...

JOB TITLE Senior Animal Care Technician LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Life Sciences & Bioengineering Center - LSBC - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY WPI's Research Department is seeking a Senior Animal Care Technician to provide animal care and husbandry to a variety of small laboratory animals across multiple WPI facilities. This is a temporary 10 hours per week position for 12 months. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Provide top level animal care and husbandry to ensure compliance with regulatory 60 bodies: WPI, IACUC, OLAW, AAALAC, EHS, and USDA. Follow all animal welfare regulations and the ethical use of animals in research. Operation of various equipment including cage washer, dump station, autoclaves, and anesthesia machines is required. Mentor/Train/Lead small teams of Animal Care Attendants in all aspects of animal care and vivarium maintenance. Assist with the...

Casual Receiving Assistant Amherst Campus Part Time JR7177 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 Receiving Assistant position. The Casual Receiving Assistant is a part-time (up to 19 hours per week), casual position with no benefits. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $18-20 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 invites applications for the position of Receiving Assistant in the Dining...

Receiver Amherst Campus Full Time JR7174 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 Receiver position. The Receiver is a full-time, academic-year (42 weeks per year) position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $22.49-$23.50 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....

Casual Dispatcher (Casual Position) Amherst Campus Part Time JR7173 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...

Second Cook (Late Night) Amherst Campus Full Time JR7169 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 (Late Night) position. The Second Cook (Late Night) is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $22.49-$23.20 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...

Dishroom Attendant Amherst Campus Full Time JR7094 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, academic-year (42 weeks per year) position. The position begins in mid-July 2026 and will transition to an academic-year schedule beginning in 2027. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $19.98 to $20.15 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...

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,...