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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.
Fundamental Knowledge 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. RPI is a leading technological research university with a diverse range of research centers and programs focused on addressing global challenges through innovative research. Primarily clustered around five broad areas (Materials and Microelectronics; Future of Computation; Life Sciences and Biotechnology; Microelectronics; and Energy, Environment, and Sustainability), the institute has opportunities in other fundamental knowledge disciplines.
Endowment Compliance Manager (Restricted Fund Compliance Manager)	Troy, NY
Seeking Restricted Fund Compliance Manager. The position supports Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in managing and overseeing donor-funded gifts and endowed funds to ensure compliance with donor intent and institutional policies. The role involves monitoring spending, resolving restrictions on unspent funds, conducting financial analyses and audits, reviewing donor agreements, and collaborating with campus partners, including Institute Advancement and Financial Aid. The incumbent serves as a key resource for stakeholders, providing guidance on fund usage, reporting, and stewardship to optimize the impact of restricted funds across the Institute.
Strategic Sourcing Manager	Troy, NY
Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a Strategic Sourcing Manager and play a key role in delivering high-value procurement solutions that support campus operations and institutional goals. In this collaborative role, you will lead sourcing initiatives, analyze spend and supplier performance, and partner with stakeholders to drive cost savings, efficiency, and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys strategic problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and making a measurable impact in a mission-driven higher education environment.
Total Rewards Specialist	Troy, NY
The Total Rewards Specialist supports the development and administration of compensation, benefits, and employee recognition programs at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. This role focuses on enhancing employee engagement and retention through data-driven rewards strategies, program management, compliance support, and collaboration with HR, payroll, and campus partners to deliver a competitive and effective total rewards experience.
Manager, Social Media Marketing and Growth	Troy, NY
The Manager, Social Media Marketing and Growth will help bring the Institute’s discoveries, people, and real-world impact to life across social platforms in ways that are clear, credible, and compelling. Working within Brand, Marketing & Communications, the Manager will lead social media as a storytelling and engagement channel, not just a broadcast tool. The Manager will connect RPI’s research, education, innovation, and leadership to external audiences through content that builds trust, sharpens RPI’s identity, and supports long-term goals around enrollment, advancement, and research. Additionally, the Manager will work closely with students, faculty, and teams across campus to shape strategy, set standards, and tell RPI’s story to the world through social media.
Administrative Coordinator, Office of the President	Troy, NY
We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Administrative Coordinator to provide executive-level support to the Assistant Vice President for Presidential and Board Operations. In this fast-paced, high-visibility role, you’ll manage complex calendars and travel, coordinate Board of Trustees meetings and leadership events, handle confidential communications, and keep critical operations running smoothly.
Tenured Faculty Openings in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine	New York, NY, Troy, NY
Job Summary: The Center for Engineering and Precision Medicine (CEPM), a partnership between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS), is hiring Constellation and Constellation-affiliated chaired and non-chaired tenured faculty in the area of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (TERM). https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/493743
Sr. Director of Development, School of Science (Sr. Major Gift Officer)	Troy, NY
This search is being manage externally. To express interest, please email resume & supporting materials to Wendy Wilsker with Boyden Executive Search at wwilsker@boyden.com. The Sr. Major Gift Officer will serve as the Director of Development for the School of Science and is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive advancement program to secure philanthropic resources for the top priority projects of the Institute and the school. The Sr. Major Gift Officer will work cooperatively and collegially with members of the Institute’s Central Advancement Office, to effectively build successful fund-raising programs for the school.
Future of Computation 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. The Future Computation research cluster includes Rensselaer’s Future of Computing Institute (FOCI). Computational research at RPI will lead research in exploiting the emerging future of computation. The institute will explore the strains the global problems facing humanity place on the computational models of today.
Microelectronics 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. Microelectronics has played a significant role in nearly every major technological development of the last half-century. In keeping with our creative, interdisciplinary reputation for innovation, Rensselaer researchers cover the whole semiconductor spectrum, from theory to practice to product and from bench to bedside, across materials, design, devices, and systems. Please visit chips.rpi.edu for more information.
Materials & Manufacturing 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. The cross-disciplinary research leverages a convergence of expertise in materials, advanced manufacturing, and control systems, emphasizing synergistic integration of these fields to derive system-level solutions to complex technological challenges. The faculty's research interests encompass a broad spectrum of areas, including but not limited to energy materials, nanomaterials, nanocomposites, nanoscale heat transfer, thermoelectrics, nanomechanics, fiber-reinforced composites, additive manufacturing, nonlinear control systems, micromachining, spaceflight dynamics and control, tribology, nonlinear dynamics, nuclear materials, biomaterials, smart and adaptive materials, as well as computational approaches in nanomechanics and biomechanics.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability 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. RPI partners with industry, government, and academic institutions to accelerate renewable energy research, move technologies from the laboratory to the marketplace, and, ultimately, build and sustain economic value.
Professional Calculus Tutor	Troy, NY
The Professional Calculus Tutor provides individualized and small group academic support to students enrolled in the CSTEP (Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program) program at RPI. Under the supervision of the Director of Student Retention & Transitions, the tutor delivers high-quality, content-specific tutoring in Calculus I, Calculus II, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations, with the goal of improving student academic performance, persistence, and success in STEM disciplines. This is a part-time position funded by the CSTEP grant, ranging from 3 to 10 hours per week depending on funding, program demand and scheduling.
Administrative Coordinator	Troy, NY
The Administrative Coordinator assists the Director of Planned Gifts and provides administrative and operational support to the gift planning program. The Coordinator performs a variety of advanced administrative duties, including assisting with scheduling, correspondence, travel and events planning, file and database maintenance. This person will also serve as a primary point of contact for both internal and external constituencies.
Academic Success Coach	Troy, NY
The Academic Success Coach provides proactive, individualized coaching to undergraduate students with a focus on retention, persistence, and graduation. Utilizing evidence-based and strengths-based coaching frameworks, the Coach supports students in developing the skills, self-efficacy, and strategies needed to achieve their academic and personal goals. Programmatic responsibilities include coaching students on academic probation, supporting at-risk student populations through early intervention, and participating in outreach activities of the Student Success Center to relevant campus offices including Student Life, Financial Aid, and the Registrar. The Coach actively contributes to campus-wide recruitment and orientation activities as a representative of the Student Success Center.
Administrative Specialist	Troy, NY
The Administrative Specialist works closely with the Director of Access & Neurodiverse Student Success [ANSS] to support the administrative and operational needs of the Office. The Specialist primarily supports the daily operations of the Testing Center for students with declared accommodations and student-athletes.
Gardener & Grounds Maintenance, Lead	Troy, NY
Keep RPI’s 275-acre campus looking its best! We’re hiring a Lead Gardener & Grounds Maintenance pro to lead a team, manage landscaping, greenhouse operations, and snow removal, and support campus events. Bring your horticulture expertise and hands-on skills to make a visible impact every day!
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.
Mover & Grounds Specialist	Troy, NY
The Mover & Grounds Specialist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute supports campus operations by performing moves, event setup and breakdown, snow removal, and grounds maintenance using various equipment. This hands-on role requires strong customer service, equipment operation skills, and the flexibility to work varied hours to help maintain the safety and appearance of the university’s 275-acre campus.

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Position	Location	Closes
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.
Fundamental Knowledge 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. RPI is a leading technological research university with a diverse range of research centers and programs focused on addressing global challenges through innovative research. Primarily clustered around five broad areas (Materials and Microelectronics; Future of Computation; Life Sciences and Biotechnology; Microelectronics; and Energy, Environment, and Sustainability), the institute has opportunities in other fundamental knowledge disciplines.
Endowment Compliance Manager (Restricted Fund Compliance Manager)	Troy, NY
Seeking Restricted Fund Compliance Manager. The position supports Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in managing and overseeing donor-funded gifts and endowed funds to ensure compliance with donor intent and institutional policies. The role involves monitoring spending, resolving restrictions on unspent funds, conducting financial analyses and audits, reviewing donor agreements, and collaborating with campus partners, including Institute Advancement and Financial Aid. The incumbent serves as a key resource for stakeholders, providing guidance on fund usage, reporting, and stewardship to optimize the impact of restricted funds across the Institute.
Strategic Sourcing Manager	Troy, NY
Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a Strategic Sourcing Manager and play a key role in delivering high-value procurement solutions that support campus operations and institutional goals. In this collaborative role, you will lead sourcing initiatives, analyze spend and supplier performance, and partner with stakeholders to drive cost savings, efficiency, and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys strategic problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and making a measurable impact in a mission-driven higher education environment.
Total Rewards Specialist	Troy, NY
The Total Rewards Specialist supports the development and administration of compensation, benefits, and employee recognition programs at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. This role focuses on enhancing employee engagement and retention through data-driven rewards strategies, program management, compliance support, and collaboration with HR, payroll, and campus partners to deliver a competitive and effective total rewards experience.
Manager, Social Media Marketing and Growth	Troy, NY
The Manager, Social Media Marketing and Growth will help bring the Institute’s discoveries, people, and real-world impact to life across social platforms in ways that are clear, credible, and compelling. Working within Brand, Marketing & Communications, the Manager will lead social media as a storytelling and engagement channel, not just a broadcast tool. The Manager will connect RPI’s research, education, innovation, and leadership to external audiences through content that builds trust, sharpens RPI’s identity, and supports long-term goals around enrollment, advancement, and research. Additionally, the Manager will work closely with students, faculty, and teams across campus to shape strategy, set standards, and tell RPI’s story to the world through social media.
Administrative Coordinator, Office of the President	Troy, NY
We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Administrative Coordinator to provide executive-level support to the Assistant Vice President for Presidential and Board Operations. In this fast-paced, high-visibility role, you’ll manage complex calendars and travel, coordinate Board of Trustees meetings and leadership events, handle confidential communications, and keep critical operations running smoothly.
Tenured Faculty Openings in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine	New York, NY, Troy, NY
Job Summary: The Center for Engineering and Precision Medicine (CEPM), a partnership between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS), is hiring Constellation and Constellation-affiliated chaired and non-chaired tenured faculty in the area of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (TERM). https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/493743
Sr. Director of Development, School of Science (Sr. Major Gift Officer)	Troy, NY
This search is being manage externally. To express interest, please email resume & supporting materials to Wendy Wilsker with Boyden Executive Search at wwilsker@boyden.com. The Sr. Major Gift Officer will serve as the Director of Development for the School of Science and is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive advancement program to secure philanthropic resources for the top priority projects of the Institute and the school. The Sr. Major Gift Officer will work cooperatively and collegially with members of the Institute’s Central Advancement Office, to effectively build successful fund-raising programs for the school.
Future of Computation 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. The Future Computation research cluster includes Rensselaer’s Future of Computing Institute (FOCI). Computational research at RPI will lead research in exploiting the emerging future of computation. The institute will explore the strains the global problems facing humanity place on the computational models of today.
Microelectronics 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. Microelectronics has played a significant role in nearly every major technological development of the last half-century. In keeping with our creative, interdisciplinary reputation for innovation, Rensselaer researchers cover the whole semiconductor spectrum, from theory to practice to product and from bench to bedside, across materials, design, devices, and systems. Please visit chips.rpi.edu for more information.
Materials & Manufacturing 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. The cross-disciplinary research leverages a convergence of expertise in materials, advanced manufacturing, and control systems, emphasizing synergistic integration of these fields to derive system-level solutions to complex technological challenges. The faculty's research interests encompass a broad spectrum of areas, including but not limited to energy materials, nanomaterials, nanocomposites, nanoscale heat transfer, thermoelectrics, nanomechanics, fiber-reinforced composites, additive manufacturing, nonlinear control systems, micromachining, spaceflight dynamics and control, tribology, nonlinear dynamics, nuclear materials, biomaterials, smart and adaptive materials, as well as computational approaches in nanomechanics and biomechanics.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability 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. RPI partners with industry, government, and academic institutions to accelerate renewable energy research, move technologies from the laboratory to the marketplace, and, ultimately, build and sustain economic value.
Professional Calculus Tutor	Troy, NY
The Professional Calculus Tutor provides individualized and small group academic support to students enrolled in the CSTEP (Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program) program at RPI. Under the supervision of the Director of Student Retention & Transitions, the tutor delivers high-quality, content-specific tutoring in Calculus I, Calculus II, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations, with the goal of improving student academic performance, persistence, and success in STEM disciplines. This is a part-time position funded by the CSTEP grant, ranging from 3 to 10 hours per week depending on funding, program demand and scheduling.
Administrative Coordinator	Troy, NY
The Administrative Coordinator assists the Director of Planned Gifts and provides administrative and operational support to the gift planning program. The Coordinator performs a variety of advanced administrative duties, including assisting with scheduling, correspondence, travel and events planning, file and database maintenance. This person will also serve as a primary point of contact for both internal and external constituencies.
Academic Success Coach	Troy, NY
The Academic Success Coach provides proactive, individualized coaching to undergraduate students with a focus on retention, persistence, and graduation. Utilizing evidence-based and strengths-based coaching frameworks, the Coach supports students in developing the skills, self-efficacy, and strategies needed to achieve their academic and personal goals. Programmatic responsibilities include coaching students on academic probation, supporting at-risk student populations through early intervention, and participating in outreach activities of the Student Success Center to relevant campus offices including Student Life, Financial Aid, and the Registrar. The Coach actively contributes to campus-wide recruitment and orientation activities as a representative of the Student Success Center.
Administrative Specialist	Troy, NY
The Administrative Specialist works closely with the Director of Access & Neurodiverse Student Success [ANSS] to support the administrative and operational needs of the Office. The Specialist primarily supports the daily operations of the Testing Center for students with declared accommodations and student-athletes.
Gardener & Grounds Maintenance, Lead	Troy, NY
Keep RPI’s 275-acre campus looking its best! We’re hiring a Lead Gardener & Grounds Maintenance pro to lead a team, manage landscaping, greenhouse operations, and snow removal, and support campus events. Bring your horticulture expertise and hands-on skills to make a visible impact every day!
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.
Mover & Grounds Specialist	Troy, NY
The Mover & Grounds Specialist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute supports campus operations by performing moves, event setup and breakdown, snow removal, and grounds maintenance using various equipment. This hands-on role requires strong customer service, equipment operation skills, and the flexibility to work varied hours to help maintain the safety and appearance of the university’s 275-acre campus.

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