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Postdoctoral Researcher Swarthmore
We invite applications for an experimental research postdoctoral position in the Smith Materials Lab led by Associate Prof. Hillary Smith in the Physics Department at Swarthmore College. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering or closely related field. Applicants with strong experimental skills and experience in neutron or X-ray scattering are especially encouraged to apply. This DOE-funded position is for a research project aimed at investigating dynamics in glass-forming liquids. Ongoing projects study a variety of glasses including metallic, oxide, molecular, and chalcogenide glasses. Neutron scattering experiments, with a focus on quasielastic and inelastic measurements, are performed at national user facilities, particularly the Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The postdoctoral fellow will be encouraged to lead the project, collaborate with the PI and undergraduate students on high-impact publications, and present at key conferences in the field. The Smith Materials Lab is an interdisciplinary group of undergraduate students and research staff that thrives on teamwork and welcomes diverse candidates to join us. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a keen interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills. The successful candidate will work closely with undergraduate students at Swarthmore College. Therefore, demonstrated teamwork ability and experience in mentoring is required. The position provides plenty of opportunities to interact with faculty, postdocs, and undergraduate students in other departments at Swarthmore College and with national and international collaborators. This is a limited term position and is on an annual renewal basis.
Postdoctoral Researcher Swarthmore
We are searching for a post-doc or research technician who is passionate about both teaching and research. In the Davidson lab, we explore cardio-vascular evolution and development. One of our current projects focuses on heart growth and in particular how signals modulate cardiac stem cell division dynamics. Another focuses on how signaling receptors are trafficked in dividing cells to generate asymmetric induction of a cardiac progenitor lineage. A third focuses on the evolutionary acquisition of novel immune-related functions in blood cells. We study these questions in the invertebrate chordate, Ciona robusta. Due to extremely low cell numbers, both of embryonic cardiac progenitor cells and of juvenile cardiac stem cells, we are able to conduct high resolution, in vivo analysis of cell behaviors and interactions. The ease of generating transgenic Ciona embryos and juveniles make this an excellent model organism for undergraduate research. This is a limited term position and is on an annual renewal basis.
Title IX Coordinator Swarthmore
The Title IX Coordinator will report to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and has primary responsibility for overseeing the College’s Title IX efforts. The Title IX Coordinator will directly oversee the Associate Director of Title IX. In addition, Swarthmore has a team of four Deputy Title IX Coordinators (affiliated with the following areas: Student Affairs, Office of the Provost, Human Resources, and Athletics) who will complement the work of the Title IX Coordinator by providing education, training, and support for all members of the campus community around questions related to sexual violence and harassment as well as alcohol and drug use. The Title IX Coordinator will work closely with Student Affairs, Office of General Counsel, Office of the Provost, Athletics, Human Resources, Public Safety, Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and academic departments to ensure that reports are addressed consistently and that community members are aware of processes and resources available through the Title IX office.
Administrative Assistant II (History) Swarthmore
The Administrative Assistant II (AAII) provides a high level of administrative support for the Chair and members of the History department. The full-time, year-round position involves significant student and faculty interaction, and requires a high level of discretion and professionalism at all times. Tasks performed with a high level of autonomy include: tracking new curriculum and future curricular changes; budget preparation by soliciting input from pertinent faculty members; management of budget and departmental research and restricted funds; oversee purchasing and spending of budget; manage and schedule all of the department’s administrative functions such as course schedules.
Temporary Animal Care Technician Swarthmore
The Temporary Animal Care Technician ((T)ACT) will be responsible for ensuring good husbandry and upkeep of various vertebrate and invertebrate species (if needed) within their respective labs in Swarthmore College’s Biology department. The Temporary Animal Care Technician will also be responsible for monitoring animal welfare and compliance with institutional animal care and use policies, as well as federal laws. The Temporary Animal Care Technician will work under the direction of the Animal Care Technician and Principle Investigators with research animals but will be supervised by the Chair of the Biology Department.
Performing Arts Librarian Swarthmore
Reporting to the Associate Director of Research, Instruction, and User Services, the Performing Arts Librarian is responsible for research consultation, instructional services, collection development, and resource advocacy for the departments of Music, Dance, and Theater. As a member of the research and instructional services team, the Librarian participates in planning the key departmental activities that advance the research, scholarship, teaching, and learning activities of our community. They will also coordinate collection development and resource advocacy for their subject areas. The Performing Arts Librarian is responsible for the management of the Underhill Library, including planning and development of services, staffing, physical collections and space management, and facilities planning and maintenance. They hire, train, and supervise 10-15 student assistants who are responsible for staffing the library during all open hours, including evenings and weekends.
Electrician II Swarthmore
Swarthmore College is seeking a skilled and experienced Electrician to join our Facilities team. The Electrician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and fire alarm systems across campus. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical codes, safety standards, and best practices to ensure the reliability and efficiency of campus electrical infrastructure. This position requires working on equipment where 4160v and 480v three phase power is commonplace. An Electrician II is expected to have formal education and licensing.
Environmental Technician, Part-Time Limited Hours Swarthmore
Under limited supervision, the Environmental Technician maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities. Performs general cleaning including but not limited to restrooms, common spaces, dorms and academic spaces. We are currently hiring for pooled/part-time roles, scheduled to work 7 a.m.- 11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Math Coach - Summer Swarthmore
Math Coaches work with the Lead Math Teacher to support classroom math instruction for chorus members, grades 3-5; and one-to-one Math Coaching for chorus members, grades 6-12.  Math classes and one-to-one coaching take place daily, Monday through Thursday, throughout the Summer Learning Program.  Math Coaches report to the Lead Math Teacher.
Lower School Teacher, Chester Children’s Chorus Swarthmore
Founded in 1994 by Dr. John Alston, the Chester Children's Chorus (CCC) provides rigorous music education to Chester, Pennsylvania students (grades 3-12). All CCC students are invited to attend the six-week CCC Summer Learning Program on the Swarthmore College campus. Students participate in daily choral music instruction, dance, art, academic and physical education classes.
Utility Associate (PT Pooled) Swarthmore
Provides timely and reliable cleaning and maintenance support for Swarthmore’s dining services. Scrubs, sanitizes and rinses pots, pan and utensils throughout the day to ensure cooks have constant availability of cooking vessels, Ensures the availability of a clean and sanitary supply of dishes, glassware, trays, throughout each meal period. Maintains and sanitizes the dish machine & pot area. Ensures a clean dining service facility. Must interact well with customers, co-workers and supervisors. Must work effectively, both independently and as a team member.
Senior Accountant Swarthmore
This position is responsible for accounting of restricted funds and contracts, accounting for endowment gifts, reconciling gifts received through the Office of Advancement system, administering and financial reporting on various restricted fund activity, administering faculty mortgage program, reconciliation of bank and other accounts.
Postdoctoral Resident Swarthmore
The CAPS Postdoctoral Resident will gain experience with each of the primary functions in a college counseling center. Swarthmore College Counseling & Psychological Services supports the campus community by offering direct individual and group clinical services, outreach programs, crisis support, and faculty/staff consultation. CAPS infuses each of these functions with cultural humility and attunement to diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility. The Postdoctoral Resident will also participate in numerous training activities, including individual supervision, group supervision, case conference, Outreach Seminar, Clinical Seminar, and Psychopharm seminar.
Social Work Fellow Swarthmore
The CAPS Social Work Fellow will gain experience with each of the primary functions in a college counseling center including direct individual and group clinical services, outreach programs, crisis support, and faculty/staff consultation. The Social Work Fellow will also participate in numerous training activities, including individual supervision, group supervision, case conference, and various seminars.
Post-Doctoral Fellow Swarthmore
The post-doctoral research fellow will work with Daniel Laurison, Associate Professor of Sociology, to manage Swarthmore College’s Healthy, Equitable and Responsive Democracy (HEARD) Initiative. The mission of the Healthy Equitable and Responsive Democracy (HEARD) Initiative is to: 1. Connect faculty within and beyond Swarthmore whose research has the potential to improve the health, equity, and responsiveness of US democracy. 2. Support student-faculty research collaborations and student research on topics related to US democracy. 3. Communicate the results of HEARD-affiliated research to broader publics.
Van Driver, Chester Children's Chorus (CCC) Swarthmore
The Van Driver will provide reliable transportation between Chester and Swarthmore for children who take part in the Chester Children's Chorus program. All Chester Children's Chorus positions start at a minimum of $17.00 an hour.
Temporary - Customer Service Associate Swarthmore
This part time, temporary position for the Swarthmore Campus and Community Store, will assist in order fulfillment and customer support for the store. The temporary position will be needed for around 20 hours per week, from Mid- August through Mid-September and again from Early-January through Early February, exact dates are based on the academic schedule for the College.
Temporary On-Call Production Technician Swarthmore
Swarthmore College, a highly selective liberal arts college, is located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. The Lang Performing Arts Center (LPAC) integrates the arts into Swarthmore’s curriculum. The space houses many facilities which cater to the needs of the college’s artistic spectrum. The LPAC is versatile in its function: rehearsals, gallery installations, readings, film screenings, classes and performances are all simultaneously hosted within the building, making it a gravitational hub of campus activity. Under supervision, the On-Call Production Technician performs tasks for a variety of programs and events. This person may assist in the load-in, running, and production for performances in the LPAC.