Current opportunities
| Position | Location | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Accountant (Hybrid) | Troy, NY, Hybrid: in-office and remote work | |
| The accountant, working with the Bursar, will reconcile and monitor all student receivable, third party billing accounts and collection agency activity, as well as assist with federal and institute reporting requirements. The accountant is also responsible for supporting the Institute’s human resources and finance functions around employee fringe benefits and compliance. The incumbent will track and monitor fringe benefit usage, reconcile data, manage purchasing and invoices related to employee compliance, and assist with processes required for employees working outside of New York State. | ||
| Proposal Administrator, Sr. ( Hybrid or Remote ) | Troy, NY, Hybrid: in-office and remote work, Remote (US Only) | |
| Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a Sr. Proposal Administrator and play a key role in supporting cutting-edge research initiatives through expert proposal review, compliance, and submission management. This highly collaborative position partners with faculty and campus stakeholders to navigate complex federal, state, foundation, and industry-sponsored funding opportunities. Ideal candidates bring strong pre-award research administration experience, deep knowledge of federal regulations, and a passion for supporting innovation in a fast-paced higher education environment. | ||
| Award Administrator ( Hybrid or Remote ) | Troy, NY, Hybrid: in-office and remote work, Remote (US Only) | |
| The Award Administrator is responsible for reviewing and processing award related transactions which are received at RPI and processing an assigned portfolio of award setups and non-financial award transactions. The Award Administrator is responsible for accurate and timely customer service for the awards team, including sharing assignment of centralized inbox and ticketing system monitoring, triage, and assignment for awards at RPI. | ||
| Computer Operator | Troy, NY | |
| (1st and 2nd shift - see details) The Computer Operator performs standard operational procedures and provides support services for internal and external users of the computers and peripheral equipment. The Computer Operator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of information and services in a multi-disciplined computing environment, including initiating and monitoring application programs and systems utilities, and quality control. | ||
| Assistant Vice President, Research Administration & Security | Troy, NY, Hybrid: in-office and remote work, Remote (US Only) | |
| The Assistant Vice President for Research Administration and Security (AVP RAS) provides senior leadership for research administration at RPI, overseeing sponsored research proposal review, award negotiation, and post-award management while ensuring compliance with institutional, sponsor, and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the CFO with dotted-line reporting to the Office of General Counsel and Vice President for Research, the role leads research compliance, export control, and research security programs, manages related systems, vendors, and audit coordination, and drives operational improvements to support faculty research. The AVP also oversees staff development and represents RPI in national research administration and compliance organizations. | ||
| Sr. Research Scientist | Troy, NY | |
| The Sr. Research Scientist leads advanced research at the Center, overseeing the Power Electronics Applications Laboratory (PEAL) and driving collaborations with the power electronics industry. This role manages PEAL operations, lab safety, and supervision of users, while supporting industrial partners in testing, characterization, and modeling of power electronics, including wide bandgap devices and power converters. The Scientist also helps develop research partnerships and innovative solutions leveraging PEAL capabilities. | ||
| Research Engineer (or Sr. Research Engineer) | Troy, NY | |
| The Research Engineer (or Sr.) helps drive applied research, prototyping, and technology translation in collaboration with industry partners of the Center for Smart Convergent Manufacturing Systems. This role bridges hands-on engineering, data-driven experimentation, and industrial problem solving, contributing to high-impact projects and deployments. | ||
| EMPAC Overhire Pool | Troy, NY | |
| Part time and/or occasional staff needed to assist the Experimental Media & Performing Arts Center (EMPAC) team in preparing for events and management of attendees. | ||
| Field House Temp Staff | Troy, NY | |
| Incumbents are hired on an if/when needed basis during events at the Houston Field House. Representative assignments include: Parking Lot Attendant, Usher, Zamboni Driver, Box Office Clerk, Ticket Taker, and Sound Technician. | ||
| Life Sciences & Biotechnology Researchers | Troy, NY | |
| Over the past decade, the research portfolio at Rensselaer has been completely transformed. As a top-tier technological research university, Rensselaer has invested in strategic partnerships, talented researchers, and sophisticated research platforms to address the most pressing global challenges of the 21st century. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a leader in the field of life sciences and biotechnology, offering a dynamic environment for research and innovation. The Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D. Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies (CBIS) is a key component, focusing on fundamental and translational research to address global health challenges. RPI's Biological Sciences department provides a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for various career paths in research, medicine, and industry. The institute's commitment to interdisciplinary research and innovative education positions it as a significant player in the biotechnology sector. | ||
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