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Temporary Professional - Part-Time Workplace English Instructor UMass Amherst
The Workplace English Instructor (Temporary Professional) will plan, deliver, and evaluate learner-centered ESOL classes for frontline UMass workers. This part-time position teaching in-person classes with The Partnership for Workplace Education program takes place at our Amherst campus.
Post Doctoral Res Assoc -Multiscale Bioengineering and Mechanobiology (Mechanical & Industrial Engineering) UMass Amherst
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work under the direction of Professor Yubing Sun at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The position is in support of the Laboratory for Multiscale Bioengineering and Mechanobiology (MIE).
Director of Administration & Finance - Department of Political Science (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Department of Political Science Director of Administration and Finance serves in a senior leadership role, partnering with the Chair in the overall administrative and operational management of the department.
Fieldwork Post Doctoral Research Associate 100% - CBIKS UMass Amherst
This postdoctoral position is with the Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science (CBIKS), a National Science Foundation Science & Technology Center. CBIKS is an interdisciplinary center that utilizes community-based research to examine how to effectively and ethically braid Indigenous and Western science research, education, and practice related to the urgent and interconnected areas of climate change, care of cultural places, and food sovereignty. CBIKS activities include carrying out place-based research in regional Hubs across the globe while also documenting and promoting ethical community-based practices of braiding Indigenous and Western science. The person who holds this position will assist the CBIKS Fieldwork and Braiding Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) thematic working group (TWG). This is an on-site position at CBIKS Central on the UMass Amherst campus in Amherst, MA with the possibility of some remote work. This is a one-year position with a possibility of renewal for a second year.
Post Doctoral Research Associate UMass Amherst
The Wang lab studies the airway microbiota and lung diseases, such as asthma. This position will provide an excellent opportunity for the successful candidates to perform studies on human microbiome as well as molecular biological experiments to identify functional roles of the airway microbiota in disease pathogenesis. The postdoctoral fellow will use cell lines, organoid systems, and mouse models to pursue a career in the field of Microbiome, Microbiology, and Immunology in the lung.
Assistant Foods Manager (Mt. Ida) Mt. Ida - Newton
Supervise and participate in the management of one or more food service areas; plan and oversee food preparation and service; estimate and order food and supplies; maintain inventory of supplies and materials in accordance with quality control standards; maintains records and make reports; supervise employees and students employed in assigned areas. Performs related work as required.
Extension Educator II - Nutrition Education Program - Raynham, MA (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Extension Educator II will plan, conduct and evaluate educational workshops and training sessions with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible youth and adults for SNAP-ED in the South East region, as detailed in the Annual SNAP-ED Program Plan. This position is based out of our Raynham, MA regional extension office.
Assistant Snack Bar Manager (Franklin DC) UMass Amherst
Assists in preparation and serving of food and beverages. Supervises personnel assigned to the unit, assists with maintaining records. Hires, trains, and supervises student employees. Performs cash handling and deposit of daily receipts for the assigned unit
Research Accountant UMass Amherst
Responsible for all aspects of post-award management of Research Grants and Contracts including preparation, review and approval of budgets, transactions, billings, and reports of expenditures. The position requires interpretation of complex grant and contract terms in conformance with Federal, State and University guidelines. The Research Accountant collaborates with the team of research accounts as well as departments on campus. The Research Accountant exercises professional judgment in areas of the allowability of grant expenditures, grant close-outs and budgeting decisions. Performs a wide range of detailed and complex accounting advisory functions related to the Research Grants and Contracts being managed. The office is currently working in a hybrid working environment (3 days on-site and 2 days remote) for the foreseeable future.
Extension Educator II - Nutrition Education Program - Boston, MA (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Extension Educator II, will plan, conduct and evaluate educational workshops and training sessions with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible youth and adults for SNAP-ED in the Boston area, as detailed in the Annual SNAP-ED Program Plan. This position is based out of our Malden, MA regional extension office and serves the greater Boston area.
Clerk IV (Bookkeeper - Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
This position involves responsibility for fiscal management including purchasing, billing, and reimbursements for all Chemistry department accounts. Position under the direct supervision of the Business Manager with considerable flexibility to exercise judgment on day-to-day activities.
Clerk IV (Customer Service Specialist) UMass Amherst
This position supports the customer service mission of the Bursar’s office and reports directly to the Clerk V Customer Service Manager. The person in this position works interchangeably between the Collections Area and the Main Office providing customer service as needed.
Controls & Refrigeration System Specialist (Building Maintenance Response Technician) UMass Amherst
Acts as the first responder for all off-shift maintenance calls for all off-shift Metasys Building Operation Systems alarms, temperature (too hot/too cold) calls, and calls involving emergency and routine repairs (as allowed by existing codes) involving non-licensed plumbing, electrical, elevator entrapments and failures, heat and cooling systems, security hardware, locks and life safety equipment failures. Calls also involve fire alarms, sprinkler activation, and custodial calls that present a health or safety risk. Performs corrective actions to trouble calls and alarms or determines that a specialized tradesperson or service contractor is required to make necessary repairs. Performs scheduled maintenance tasks as required or as assigned. Coordinates the actions of personnel called to resolve emergency situations.
Learning Specialist UMass Amherst
Under the direction of the Associate AD – Academic Success, responsible for administering and implementing programs and services designed to meet the needs of student-athletes diagnosed with specific learning disabilities and/or considered to be at risk academically. Develops and implements academic support services for student-athletes in assigned sports, to include advising and counseling student-athletes on academic and athletic eligibility matters. Work to enhance and nurture the relationship between the Academic Success program and the student-athletes, coaches, and faculty.
Associate Director for Student Facing Programs UMass Amherst
Working with the Berthiaume Center leadership and reporting to the Executive Director of the Berthiaume Center, the Associate Director of Student Facing Programs serves as a point person for student-facing programs and campus-wide entrepreneurial activities of UMass’ Berthiaume Center.
Assistant Director, Finance (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
Under general direction of the Assistant Dean, Administrative Services & Human Resources, the Assistant Director will oversee all day-to-day business functions for the Libraries, including travel reimbursements, vendor maintenance, purchasing, accounts payable, billing, deposits, statistical and financial reporting, grant paperwork processing, and other related duties.
Relationality and Ethics Post Doctoral Research Associate 100% - CBIKS UMass Amherst
This postdoctoral position is with the Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science (CBIKS), a National Science Foundation Science & Technology Center. CBIKS is an interdisciplinary center that utilizes community-based research to examine how to effectively and ethically braid Indigenous and Western science research, education, and practices related to the urgent and interconnected areas of climate change, care of cultural places, and food sovereignty. CBIKS activities include conducting place-based research in regional Hubs worldwide while documenting and promoting ethical community-based practices of braiding Indigenous and Western science. The person who holds this position will assist two CBIKS thematic working groups (TWGs): the Ethics TWG and the Relationality & Research Development TWG. This is an on-site position at CBIKS Central on the UMass Amherst campus in Amherst, MA with the expectation of some remote work. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal in a second year.
Peoplesoft Database Manager (Hybrid/Remote Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Peoplesoft Database Manager has primary responsibility for the reliable and secure operation, management of the PeopleSoft software, Oracle database, and related software components underlying the PeopleSoft Student Administration software and other administrative information systems. The PeopleSoft Database Manager ensures the stability, security, and performance of PeopleSoft applications critical to the UMass Amherst operations and academic functions.
Associate Director for High Impact Practices UMass Amherst
The Associate Director for High Impact Practices in the Office of Career Development and Professional Connections is responsible for oversight and management of experiential program expansion, student success, and employer engagement related to field experiences, such as internships and co-ops.
Electrician I (Alterations) UMass Amherst
Installs, maintains, operates, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as; electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls, card access/security, fire alarm, communication equipment and their related devices and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as; control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps and related equipment.  Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians/trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.

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