Careers at UMass Amherst

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Current opportunities

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Electrician I (Fire Alarm Shop - 2nd Shift) UMass Amherst
Electrician I installs, maintains, operates, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as, but not limited to, clock systems, card access systems, security systems, fire alarm systems, communication equipment, and their related devices and performs other related work as required. Employing the use of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Contractors, Engineers, Control Technicians, etc. maintaining the building systems integrity.  Exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.
School Psychology Tenure Track Open-Rank Professor UMass Amherst
The School Psychology Program offers comprehensive training that leads to Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) and Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees, which are fully accredited by NASP and APA. We share a fundamental commitment to social justice and the pursuit of educational excellence. Located in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the flagship campus of the Commonwealth’s university system and is a leading center of public higher education in the Northeast.
Maintainer I (SW/N Facilities Operations) UMass Amherst
Performs general janitorial duties in connection with cleaning and maintenance of campus facilities.
Maintainer I (SW/S Facilities Operations) UMass Amherst
Performs general janitorial duties in connection with cleaning and maintenance of campus facilities.
Maintainer I (SW/S Facilities Operations) UMass Amherst
Performs general janitorial duties in connection with cleaning and maintenance of campus facilities.
Executive Assistant I UMass Amherst
This position operates under direction and reports to the Vice Chancellor with functional supervision from the Chief of Staff. Serves as the executive assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Campus life.  Administers the day-to day clerical operations of the Vice Chancellor’s office and provides administrative support to the Vice Chancellor, Associate Vice Chancellor, and Chief of Staff. First point of contact for scheduling/communicating with executive level offices at the Amherst campus. Assists in a wide range of activities and confidential matters; requires judgment skills and operates with considerable independence.
Lecturer - Stop Motion Animation UMass Amherst
The Department of Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks applicants for a part-time, non-benefited, non-tenure Lecturer position in Stop Motion Animation for the Spring 2026 semester. The Art Department values diversity as a factor in academic excellence, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, student body, and curriculum.
Health Promotion Specialist (Multiple Positions) UMass Amherst
Under general direction from the Associate Director of RecWell for Wellbeing Education Services, the Health Promotion Specialist collaborates with a team of specialists and campus colleagues in developing, coordinating, providing and evaluating a broad range of health, wellbeing and education programs, services, training, prevention and intervention efforts.
Assistant Professor - Immunology UMass Amherst
The Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Immunology. Candidates with expertise in fundamental or translational areas of immunology are invited to apply and will be expected to develop and maintain a vigorous, independent, and externally funded research program.
Assistant Professor of Dynamic Reproductive Networks UMass Amherst
The Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Dynamic Reproductive Networks.
Director of Student Legal Services Office (SLSO) UMass Amherst
Under the general programmatic direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students, the Director of Student Legal Services directs the legal and administrative operation of the Student Legal Services Office (SLSO); acts as legal counsel to and provides policy advocacy for student governance bodies and student leaders on issues of concern to the student body; provides legal services to students and student groups; and, develops and directs community legal education programs for students and student groups.
Assistant Professor - Psychology of Peace & Violence Program UMass Amherst
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is inviting applications for an assistant professor in the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program, starting in Fall 2026.
Culinary Worker II (Blue Wall Cafe) UMass Amherst
Performs routine manual and domestic job duties in a food service operation including cooking, cleaning, and serving food. The basic purpose of this work is to perform cooking tasks and assist with cleaning and food serving work as needed.
Temporary Professional (Registered Nurse) UMass Amherst
Under the general direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager and in collaboration with other health care providers, the Temporary Professional - Clinical Registered Nurse is responsible for the triage, assessment and patient care of illness, injury and general health concerns for all patients using University Health Services (UHS). Nursing services are provided during regular clinic hours, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Assistant Professor - Plant Health & Microbe Interactions UMass Amherst
The Stockbridge School of Agriculture (SSA) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking applications for a 9-month, full time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Plant Health and Plant-Microbe Interactions, with a focus on innovative and sustainable approaches to managing plant diseases.
Maintenance Technician II (Painter, Carpenter, Mason) UMass Amherst
The Maintenance Technician II maintains buildings and related structures by applying appropriate skills and methods in painting, carpentry, and masonry. May assist other employees in the performance of their work. Performs related work as required.
Post Doctoral Research Associate - Conservation Ecologist UMass Amherst
Amphibians and reptiles face a large number of escalating threats to the viability and persistence of their populations. These threats are multi-faceted, complex, and require advanced quantitative tools to tackle. Therefore, we seek to hire up a postdoctoral researcher to work on questions which can provide essential scientific information for conservation and management decision-making related to amphibians and reptiles.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Hybrid) UMass Amherst
The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for the UMass Amherst Libraries is responsible for the strategic and operational direction of the human resource function within the Libraries. The UMass Amherst Libraries, the largest state-supported academic library system in New England, provides access to more than 8 million print and digital items, much of which is available online worldwide. This role provides leadership and administrative support to the Dean and staff throughout the Libraries specific to Human Resources. The Senior HR Business Partner builds strong partnerships with campus stakeholders and leads strategic HR initiatives that promote a productive, compliant, and positive workplace.
Senior Academic Advisor - Graduate Programs (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Senior Academic Advisor for Graduate Programs provides comprehensive advising for graduate students within the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS).  Works closely with advising personnel to ensure high quality advising and academic services and demonstrates a commitment to engaging students and contributing to their success.
Post Doctoral Research Associate - Shahriyari Lab UMass Amherst
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at UMass Amherst is seeking applicants for an interdisciplinary postdoctoral research associate in Dr Shahriyari’s group for a project in Advancing Disease Modeling through Mathematical Frameworks: Leveraging Single-Cell Spatial Data to Uncover Tissue-Specific Pathways and Immune Responses.

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