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Postdoctoral Research Associate 100% - CBIKS
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UMass Amherst
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| This 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 examines how to effectively and ethically braid Western and Indigenous science research, education, and practice related to the urgent and interconnected challenges of climate change, protections of cultural places, and food sovereignty.
CBIKS activities include studying and promoting wise practices in community-based research with Indigenous communities, from relationship development and the research development process through storywork and knowledge mobilization. CBIKS activities include promoting the respectful braiding of Indigenous science with Western science, and supporting community-based research agendas and collaborative research design.
This position assists CBIKS thematic research groups in conducting “science of science” research within the CBIKS network. The eight research theme areas at CBIKS are: ethics, data sovereignty, relationality & research development, fieldwork & braiding knowledges, formal & informal science education, storywork & knowledge mobilization, training scientists, and policy & government agencies.
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.
Postdocs are expected to engage in at least two of the eight research themes. Applicants should note areas of interest and experience in their cover letter. |
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Coordinator for Student Conduct and Community Standards
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UMass Amherst
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| Under the supervision of an Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Community Standards, the Coordinator for Student Conduct and Community Standards performs a variety of functions and responsibilities related to the delivery of student services with primary responsibility for adjudication of student conduct cases. |
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Associate Professor (tenured) Public History/Associate Director of Slavery North Initiative
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UMass Amherst
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| The Department of History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenured position in the Public Histories of North American Enslavement. The appointment will be at the Associate Professor level beginning Fall 2025. For its initial three years (with potential for renewal) the position will be affiliated with Slavery North, an initiative that seeks to advance social justice by centering the cultures, experiences, lives, and resistance of enslaved peoples in Canada and the US North while bolstering public understanding of the social and cultural impacts of trans-Atlantic slavery and its legacies in the North, including how that history manifests in anti-Black racism today. |
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Assistant Dean of Students for Conflict Resolution
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UMass Amherst
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| Under the general supervision of the Deputy Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students for Conflict Resolution has primary responsibility for the day-to-day implementation of conflict resolution services for students. The Assistant Dean will utilize relevant student development, restorative justice, social justice, and conflict resolution theory and practice to develop and implement alternative and adaptable conflict resolution processes. |
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Metadata Librarian (Hybrid Opportunity)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Metadata Librarian will coordinate the receipt and evaluation of continuing resources and government documents as well as other formats as necessary. Actively catalog materials in a variety of formats using rules and national standards and best practices. Participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in ILS and discovery. Advise on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to provide access to the Libraries’ collections. |
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Manager of Media Production & Instructional Technology (Hybrid Opportunity)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Manager of Media Production and Instructional Technology leads the media production team to support the creation of engaging and effective instructional content for both online and in-person courses. The Manager oversees the creation of high-quality multimedia content, ensuring alignment with educational goals and fostering innovative use of instructional technology. |
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Clerk IV (SPHHS Administrative Assistant & Registrar)
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UMass Amherst
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| The SPHHS Administrative Assistant/Registrar provides comprehensive, high-level administrative support within the School of Public Health and Health Sciences (SPHHS). The work is split at 50% supporting the Public Health Sciences program and 50% supporting SPHHS and its departments. |
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Research Accountant (Hybrid Opportunity)
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UMass Amherst
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| 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. |
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Senior Assistant Director, Scholarship Manager (Hybrid)
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UMass Amherst
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| Under the direction of the Associate Director of Financial Aid, the Senior Assistant Director, Scholarship Manager manages the implementation and administration of the university-approved scholarship management program (currently Blackbaud Award Management/ AcademicWorks), creating and executing ongoing training and educational initiatives to ensure that Blackbaud Award Management is properly utilized in all academic units. |
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Director of Facilities
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UMass Amherst
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| The Director of Facilities for the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) is responsible for daily functions related to project management and facility operations for various facilities within the College of Natural Sciences. The position will heavily rely on multi-faceted communications to coordinate resources, expertise and services efficiently and effectively to continuously support a complex research, teaching and outreach operation. |
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Assistant Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research & Studies (OURS)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Assistant Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Studies (OURS) manages the daily operations, expansion, and growth of the program. This role includes overseeing undergraduate research education, facilitating research access, and managing a cohort of Undergraduate Research Mentors. The Assistant Director also advises students individually, develops workshops and information sessions (both virtual and in-person), and maintains the OURS website and research databases. Collaborating with campus partners, the Assistant Director works to expand undergraduate research opportunities across the University. |
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Associate Director for Academic Integrity & Services (Hybrid Opportunity)
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UMass Amherst
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| As part of the Undergraduate Student Success Center, the Associate Director for Academic Integrity & Services drives initiatives that promote student persistence, retention, and holistic development through strategic interventions with students and intentional collaborations with campus partners. Reporting to the Director of Student Success Persistence Programs & Advising Support, this role leads campus efforts to uphold academic integrity and manages the implementation of the University's Academic Integrity and Grievance policies. |
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Electrician I (Utilities)
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UMass Amherst
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| Supervises and assists in the installation of wiring systems on the University campus (cabling, pathing, and maintaining); requisitions materials and supplies; estimates costs for typical moves, adds, and changes and renovation work associated with the campus telecommunication systems; assists in obtaining maintenance for motors, generators, rectifiers, air conditioners and associated equipment in the telecommunication system, works as directed. |
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Director of Advising and Pathway Programs (Hybrid opportunity)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Director of Advising and Pathway Programs manages a comprehensive advising program for academic programs within the University Without Walls Division. Ensures high quality advising and academic services for all students, with particular emphasis on programmatic needs for online, non-traditional, and exploratory students. Leads the development and delivery of programs and services that will enhance student success, retention, and the student experience. Provides leadership for current student pathway programs and collaborates in the development of new programs. Responsive to the widely varied needs of diverse student populations and works in a high volume and fast-paced work environment. |
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Post Doctoral Research Associate - Galaxy Formation & Evolution
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UMass Amherst
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| Postdoctoral position focused on galaxy formation and evolution. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Dr. Jorge A. Zavala and other faculty members in the Department of Astronomy, using observations from different facilities, including ALMA, JWST, and the LMT. |
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Assistant Director For Upward Bound
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UMass Amherst
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| Within the Advocacy, Inclusion, and Support Programs (AISP) and under the supervision of the Upward Bound Director, the Assistant Director for Upward Bound plans, coordinates and supervises components of the program, including the provision of instructional services, oversight and assessment of all academic support programs, college access and career counseling for eligible students and coordination of the tutor mentoring component for the summer program. |
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Family Physician/Sports Medicine
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UMass Amherst
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| The Family Physician/Sports Medicine provides clinical services for students, faculty/staff and families eligible for health care; provides episodic health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care; provides programs of health education. Works under the direct supervision of the Medical Director of University Health Services in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. This position includes shared Team Physician duties for varsity sports coverage. Faculty appointment is with the Sports Medicine Fellowship based in the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, MA. |
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Departmental Assistant (Custodial Assistant)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Custodial Assistant performs general custodial duties in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of buildings in the Auxiliary Enterprises Division. Works as a member of a team cleaning custodial program CCAP – (Cleaning Cost Analysis Program), which includes housekeeping, cleaning, moving furniture and trash removal. This is a temporary, unbenefited position. |
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Community-Engaged Research Coordinator
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UMass Amherst
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| The Community-Engaged Research Coordinator works with the PI’s in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences (PBS) conducting community-engaged research aimed at eliminating health inequities and addressing the harmful effects of violence and discrimination on marginalized communities. This role is to support this research as well as serve as liaison between the community, the researching staff, and local collaborators in Holyoke, MA & Springfield, MA. |
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Cook II (Hampshire Dining Commons)
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UMass Amherst
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| Supervises and assists cooks and other kitchen personnel in large-scale quantity cooking; assists Cook III in the daily operation of a kitchen. |