Careers at UMass Amherst

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Jobs posted before January 12, 2026

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Jobs posted on or after January 12, 2026

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Current opportunities

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Audiology Lecturer UMass Amherst
The School of Public Health and Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (httr1://www.umass.edu/sphhs) is seeking applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track lecturer position (9-month appointment) in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences to teach in the area of Audiology. Opportunities exist for summer teaching, which would be compensated for in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. The initial appointment period is two years with the possibility of renewal.
Assistant Professor - Crop Resilience to Environmental Stress UMass Amherst
The Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position of Crops Resiliency to Environmental Stresses. This position is a full-time, 9-month appointment with a distribution of responsibilities including 50% research, 30% teaching, and 20% service.
Assistant Professor - Statistics UMass Amherst
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst seeks to hire one academic year, tenure-track faculty member in Statistics starting in the Fall of 2026.
Assistant Professor - Plant Physiology UMass Amherst
The Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Plant Physiology. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vibrant, externally funded research program, effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to service in support of the department and college.
Assistant Professor - Virology UMass Amherst
The Department of Microbiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in any expertise of virology. We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration.
Lecturer - Kinesiology UMass Amherst
The Department of Kinesiology at UMass Amherst invites applications for a full-time, academic year (nine months), Lecturer faculty position to contribute and assist in the delivery of our undergraduate and graduate curricula with a focus in either biomechanics, movement neuroscience, or exercise physiology. With the support of the department mentoring program, the successful candidate will be able to teach 400 and 500 level courses in biomechanics, movement neuroscience, or exercise physiology. The candidate would also contribute to the expansion of the curriculum in the areas of sports performance, technology and data science.
Assistant Professor (TT) - Artificial Intelligence in Civil and Environmental Engineering Infrastructure UMass Amherst
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track (TT) faculty position at the assistant professor level in the area of artificial intelligence (AI) in civil and environmental engineering infrastructure systems. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2026. Positive consideration will be given to applicants whose research, teaching, or service supports the university’s commitment to public impact, inclusive innovation, and social responsibility.
Assistant Professor (TT) Mechanical and Industrial Engineering - Additive Manufacturing. 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 Additive Manufacturing with applications in biomedical, aerospace, or energy technologies; outstanding candidates in closely related areas of additive manufacturing will also be considered.
Assistant Professor (TT) - Computer Engineering specializing in Artificial Intelligence Systems UMass Amherst
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Engineering specializing in Artificial Intelligence Systems. This position is part of a broader expansion in AI engineering in the college. The position is defined with broad scope that includes research related to developing, securing, or using AI chips and workloads, from edge devices to data centers. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, GPUs, FPGAs, custom accelerators, protecting model IP, hardware-enforced safeguards against misuse or adversarial inputs, trusted execution, securing supply chains for AI, robustness and explainability, safe and equitable human-in-the-loop decision systems, and other advanced hardware and software topics in computer engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a strong research program, teach existing courses in Computer Engineering, and develop creative new curricula in areas of their interest. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2026.
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 at the assistant professor level. Hires at the associate professor level may be considered based on qualifications. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2026. Applicants working in areas with a strong clinical and translational focus, which will leverage collaborations with UMass Chan Medical School and Boston-area hospitals, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Open Education Librarian UMass Amherst
The Open Education Librarian provides innovative and high-quality programming and services at UMass Amherst. Housed in the division of Data, Digital Strategies, & Scholarly Communication, the Open Education Librarian leads the Libraries’ programs and services supporting the creation, adaptation, and adoption of open educational resources, tools, and practices. Working with Libraries’ colleagues, campus partners, faculty, and graduate students, they will prioritize the development of robust, high-impact, and affordable course materials for learners at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, across the Commonwealth, and beyond.
Senior Research Fellow - Analytical Geochemistry UMass Amherst
We are seeking a full-time Senior Research Fellow to manage analytical geochemistry research facilities and instrumentation and conduct research with faculty within the Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The Senior Research Fellow will manage the Cosmogenic Nuclide and X-ray Analytical Laboratores in support of research in geochemistry, geomorphology, volcanology, sedimentology, mineralogy, and petrology.
Assistant Professor - Kinesiology UMass Amherst
The Department of Kinesiology is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of muscle physiology. We are searching for an individual whose research is focused on striated muscle physiology in health and diseased states. This is a full-time, tenure track, 9-month appointment with excellent benefits, offering a competitive start-up package and a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Assistant Professor - Plant Biology UMass Amherst
The Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position in Plant Biology. This is an academic-year appointment at the level of Assistant Professor.

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