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Maintenance Technician II (HVAC) UMass Amherst
The Maintenance Technician II installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and system components, including but not limited to cooling towers, strainers, pumps, air handlers, exhaust systems, fume hoods, etc. Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical system, applying appropriate skills and methods as necessary in the areas of HVAC maintenance and repair, pump maintenance and repair, and air compressors and their related equipment. May assist other employees in the performance of their work. Performs related work as required.
Technical Assistant III (Equine Barn Manager) UMass Amherst
Oversees the daily operations of the Equine Facilities at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMA) Hadley Farm, including responsibility for the care and feeding of horses and maintenance of the facility. Maintains all records. Serves as support for the teaching, research, and outreach programs of the Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment (CAFE) and Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (VASCI).
Technical Assistant I (Animal Care) UMass Amherst
Under the direct supervision of the Animal Care Managers performs a variety of duties related to the care of laboratory animals. Primary responsibilities are to maintain a clean and healthy environment for laboratory animals and observe animals for their general health and wellbeing.
Assistant Professor - Materials Chemistry UMass Amherst
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty member to develop or continue a vigorous research program in Materials Chemistry; applications are particularly encouraged in the area of Inorganic Materials Chemistry.
Director of Human Resources - College of Education (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Director of Human Resources for the College of Education supports the College's social justice mission by directing, managing, and overseeing human resource functions for the College.
Research Fellow - Rothchild Lab UMass Amherst
Seeking Research Fellow who will work closely with other lab members, under the direct supervision of Dr. Alissa Rothchild, to support the general research efforts of the lab and as a key player in multiple ongoing projects in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
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.
Lecturer A /Senior Lecturer A (NTT) - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering UMass Amherst
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering invites applications for a Full-time non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer A or Senior Lecturer A in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering to start in Fall 2025.
Lecturer A/ Senior Lecturer A (NTT) - Aerospace Engineering - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering UMass Amherst
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering invites applications for a Full-time non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer A or Senior Lecturer A in Aerospace Engineering to start in Fall 2025. For exceptional candidates with distinguished experience, candidates could be considered as Professor of Professional Practice based upon the review of credentials.
Assistant Professor of Finance UMass Amherst
The Finance Department at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for one tenure-track position.
Assistant Professor (TT) - Chemical Engineering UMass Amherst
The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. The Department seeks scholars with research interests in catalysis and reaction engineering, transport and continuum-scale modeling, or process and systems engineering. The ideal candidate complements the Department’s expertise and can envision collaborations that will strengthen existing research areas at UMass Amherst. The University values candidates who, by virtue of their lived experiences, their scholarship, and/or their mentoring, teaching, and outreach activities, contribute significantly to campus goals of building a more diverse and inclusive community while working to improve campus climate. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2025.
Assistant Professors (TT) - Biomedical Engineering - Multiple positions UMass Amherst
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions. While we are seeking talented applicants qualified for a tenure-track assistant professor position, under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at the associate professor rank may receive consideration. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2025.
Assistant Professor - Quantitative & Structural Biology UMass Amherst
The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (BMB) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank. This is a full-time, academic-year appointment expected to begin September 1, 2025.
HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic I (Building Maintenance) UMass Amherst
Installs, maintains, operates, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as pneumatic/electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls, refrigeration, air conditioning, equipment and related heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, and their related controllers and controlled devices. 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 performing related repair and maintenance activities.
Electrician I (Building Maintenance Alarm Shop) UMass Amherst
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.
Animal Caretaker II UMass Amherst
The Animal Caretaker II assists in the operation of animal care facilities on campus. Provides general care of laboratory animals and maintenance of animal care facilities.
Extension Educator II - Food Safety UMass Amherst
The Food Safety Extension Educator develops and delivers Extension educational programs, publications, and services and conducts applied research to meet the needs of food processors with an emphasis on improving food safety practices related to food product development, food processing, and food safety management.
Assistant Curator of Performing Arts UMass Amherst
The Assistant Curator, Performing Arts/Asian and Asian American Performance (AC/AAAP) is supervised by and works with the Performing Arts Curator (PAC) to direct the activities of the Fine Arts Center's performing arts department and personnel. This assistant leadership position helps build a coherent, innovative, diverse, and socially relevant performing arts and culture season, featuring artists, projects and outreach and engagement activities from across disciplines, genres, and cultures, including music, dance, theatre, film/media, family shows, international, and more, and that preserves and enhances the identity and goals of the FAC. The AC/AAAP also directs FAC’s Asian and Asian American performance program, the longest-running university-based program of its kind in the country.
Assistant Professor (TT) Mechanical and Industrial Engineering - Design UMass Amherst
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of computational mechanical Design with applications in digital twin (manufacturing), robotics, renewable energy, and medical devices; outstanding candidates from other areas in mechanical engineering will also be considered.
Cook I (Northeast Cafes) UMass Amherst
Prepares and cooks food such as meat, fish, poultry, sauces, gravies, soup, and other foods in large-scale quantities; evaluates food for quality, quantity, appearance, temperature, and taste.  Acts as station champion in leading a small team and performs routine tasks in preparing and serving food to order. Trains kitchen staff as needed. May also be required to prepare more complex dishes to assist the Cook III.

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