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Current opportunities

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Digital Marketing & Outreach Manager (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Digital Marketing and Outreach Manager is a critical member of the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC) and works for the lead State Office, which oversees six regional and two specialty offices. The position reports directly to the MSBDC State Director with a high degree of autonomy for day-to-day functions, and serves as the central point of contact for digital marketing content creation and management across the Massachusetts SBDC, including web content and social media strategies.
Associate Professor of Music History - Tenure Track UMass Amherst
The Department of Music and Dance of the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Music History (with tenure). The position is open to candidates with research and teaching expertise in any area of historical musicology, although preference will be accorded to candidates whose expertise can complement that of current faculty. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position at the Associate Professor rank to begin September 1, 2026.
Lecturer of Music Education - Non Tenure-Track UMass Amherst
The Department of Music & Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks a highly motivated, creative, dynamic music educator and researcher who demonstrates a commitment to visionary music education practices, within traditional and non-traditional settings inside and outside of schools. This person will join a faculty that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusion in its mission of preparing music teachers and music teacher educators.
Administrative Secretary I UMass Amherst
The Administrative Secretary provides high-level administrative and operational support to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Equal Opportunity and Access. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient and professional functioning of the office by coordinating complex activities with discretion and sound judgment. The role demands a high degree of confidentiality, organizational excellence, and the ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
Senior Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Support (Hybrid and Remote Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Senior Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Support is a senior-level professional responsible for independently managing complex and sensitive employee leave and workplace accommodation cases in compliance with university policies and applicable laws. This role serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to employees, supervisors, and HR partners, providing advanced consultation, training, and process leadership. The Senior Case Manager leads the full lifecycle of ADA accommodations, Workers’ Compensation claims, FMLA, and other leave programs, ensuring seamless coordination, legal compliance, and positive employee outcomes. This position plays a key role in continuous process improvements, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives within the absence management function.
Departmental Assistant – Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment Farm Facilities UMass Amherst
Serves to support the daily operations of the UMass Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment (CAFE) Farm Facilities, primarily at the Crop and Animal Research and Education Farm. Performs a variety of functions including but not limited to maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Staff Physician (Endocrinologist) UMass Amherst
Provides clinical services for students and others 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 Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.
Director of Communications UMass Amherst
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Brand Advancement, the Director of Communications assists with the department’s promotional and public relations efforts for all 21 intercollegiate varsity sports within the Division I FBS program, while enhancing the overall image and brand of the University of Massachusetts and UMass Athletics. The Director manages the internship program for the communications section and support the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Brand Advancement with department budget, specifically items related to technology upgrades and student staffing.
Career Specialist - Brockton, MA UMass Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Donahue Institute (UMDI) MassHire Greater Brockton Career Center (MHGBCC) Career Specialist provides direct services to qualified job seekers through job counseling, workshop instruction, networking, and coordination of outside services. Career Specialists ensure that job seekers have information, training, and skills required to meet the demands of area businesses and to facilitate job-seeker access to local employment opportunities. This position must fulfill robust data entry and reporting requirements on program activities, meeting the standards of U.S. Department of Labor validation review.
First Year Academic Advisor / First Year Senior Academic Advisor (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
Under the direct supervision of the CNS Director of First Year Advising, the First Year Academic Advisor/First Year Senior Academic Advisor provides comprehensive advising for College of Natural Sciences (CNS) first year students in various majors, including CNS exploratory track students. This position works closely with other advising personnel to ensure high quality advising and academic services for all students, with particular emphasis on programmatic needs for first year students. The position is responsive to the widely varied needs of diverse student populations and works in a high volume and fast-paced work environment.
Instructional Designer (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Instructional Designer creates upskilling research projects, courses, consultations and workshops to educate faculty and staff to design, develop, and deliver high-quality online instruction through effective instructional design processes supported by emerging educational technologies.
Assistant Professor of Oboe - Tenure Track UMass Amherst
The Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a faculty position in studio applied oboe. This is a full-time nine-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin September 1, 2026.
Assistant Professor/20th Century African American History UMass Amherst
The W. E. B. Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in 20th Century African American History, with a focus on Black Women. A subfield examining Black Feminisms or Gender and Sexuality would also be of interest.
Assistant Professor - History of Art & Architecture UMass Amherst
The Department of the History of Art and Architecture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks a specialist in the visual arts, architecture, and/or material culture of the Islamic world (specialty open) at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Asst Professor U of M UMass Amherst
The UMass Amherst History Department seeks applicants for a Tenure Track position specializing in Middle Eastern Studies.
Assistant Professor of Finance UMass Amherst
The Finance Department at Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst invites applications for one tenure-track position. The position is open to recent PhDs and PhD applicants with a few years of experience at the assistant professor level.
Plumber And Steamfitter I UMass Amherst
Installs, repairs, alters and maintains fluid transmission systems, sanitary fixtures, heating systems, low and high pressure steam lines, condensate lines, water lines, sprinkler lines, sewer lines; and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to, trade related asbestos abatement, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as; pneumatic 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.
Graduate Education Recruitment Specialist (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
Under the direction of the Director of Marketing Strategy and Communications for Isenberg Graduate and Professional Programs, and working closely with all program personnel, the Graduate Education Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for managing qualified leads for Isenberg Graduate and Professional programs. The position will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System data, qualifying leads and recommending appropriate allocation of marketing resources to follow-up with prospective students.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator UMass Amherst
The Talent Acquisition Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining efficient recruitment processes and supporting the University’s recruitment and onboarding activities and goals. The Coordinator collaborates closely with Talent Acquisition and Human Resources teams as well as with hiring managers and candidates. This position applies professional human resources knowledge and sound judgment to ensure compliance with policies and collective bargaining agreements, while delivering superior customer service.
Associate Director for Labor Relations (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Associate Director for Labor Relations oversees the implementation and day-to-day administration of the University's staff collective bargaining agreements. Participates in the development, planning, and implementation of labor strategy, labor relations policies and procedures. Promotes collaborative labor relations by providing leadership, representation, coordination, advice, and support to university leaders in all aspects of labor relations, including contract administration, grievance handling, arbitrations, collective bargaining and unfair labor practice charges. Maintains effective relationships with union leadership, legal counsel, and utility industry labor relations contacts.

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