Professor- (Gerontology)
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UMass Boston
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The Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences (the Manning College) at the University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) seeks applications for a full-time tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor in the Department of Gerontology to begin on September 1, 2025. The Department seeks to increase the number of tenure-track faculty conducting research on aging among historically underrepresented and marginalized groups. |
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing - Plastics Engineering (multiple positions)
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UMass Lowell
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The successful applicant will conduct experimental and analytical research in the areas of 4D/3D Printing of Shape Memory Polymers and/or Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites for Biomedical Applications (smart catheters) with an emphasis on design/implementation, experimentation, material selection and formulation, manufacturing, and characterization. Participate in meetings and write reports, scholarly articles, and proposals.
This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, performance, and the availability of funding. |
Professional Academic Advisor/Retention Support Specialist (part-time/temporary)
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UMass Lowell
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The Centers for Learning, Advising and Student Success (CLASS) is a centrally coordinated student academic support center and provides advising, tutoring, success coaching and a wide range of academic support services to all UMass Lowell students. The Centers for Learning offers these services on both north and south campus and has professional advisors located both centrally and within the academic colleges. The Centers for Learning is actively engaged in university-wide student success initiatives and partners with academic colleges, student affairs and other units on campus to support the retention, persistence, and graduation of all our students.
This professional academic advising position requires an advanced, developmental, proactive problem-solving approach to advisement to ensure students succeed academically and are fully engaged in their educational experience. The primary responsibilities include advising a caseload of first-time freshman and/or transfer students on program requirements and registration issues, degree planning, monitoring student progress, re-enrollment outreach, and supporting at-risk students. The position also involves assisting with the support of various activities and events promoting student engagement and community building. Participation in recruitment, outreach and orientation activities required. |
Professor (All ranks) (Gerontology)
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UMass Boston
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Seeking Full Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor level in the Department of Gerontology to begin on September 1, 2025. The Department seeks to increase the number of tenure-track faculty conducting research on aging among historically underrepresented and marginalized groups. Areas of specialization include a strong research focus on DISPARITIES IN LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS (LTSS), both from basic science and policy research lines. |
Retention and Advising Specialist (temporary/part-time)
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UMass Lowell
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The Part-Time Retention and Advising Specialist is a member of the Academic Services team, focusing specifically on supporting retention and re-enrollment efforts as part of the university’s broader student success strategy. This role involves managing a caseload of students with a focus on students experiencing financial challenges and who may be eligible for a retention grant and engaging in proactive outreach and support efforts. Through regular one-to-one meetings, group sessions, and targeted interventions, this position works to improve retention and facilitating student success. This position collaborates closely with campus partners, such as the Solution Center and Financial Aid, and is essential to ensure a comprehensive support network for students, addressing their academic, financial, and personal needs. |