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Events Coordinator (2-year position, 10-months per year) Troy, NY
The Athletics Alumni Events Coordinator will provide direct support to the Athletic Director. The coordinator will collaborate with Institutional Advancement (IA) staff to ensure alumni events within the athletics department are designed and executed within the vision of both divisions (IA and Athletics). The coordinator will assist with special Alumni projects as assigned by the Athletic Director or other Senior members of the Athletic Staff ensuring short-term, annual giving goals are met in alignment with the mission of the Institute.
Chief Administrative Officer Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to RPICAO@SpencerStuart.com. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is seeking a strategic, innovative, and mission-driven leader to serve as its inaugural Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Reporting directly to the President, the CAO will oversee and integrate a wide range of administrative operations including human resources, information technology, public safety, facilities, and environmental health and safety. This executive will lead organizational transformation efforts to modernize operations, enhance institutional effectiveness, and align administrative functions with RPI’s strategic goals. The CAO will be a key member of the President’s Cabinet, responsible for guiding operational strategy, promoting a high-performing culture, and fostering collaboration across academic and administrative units. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of senior leadership experience in complex institutions—preferably in higher education, nonprofit, or public sectors—and a track record of driving change, operational excellence, and inclusive leadership. This full-time role is based in Troy, New York.
Chief Marketing Officer Troy, NY
To express interest or nominate a candidate, please email supporting materials confidentially to Rich Talent Group - rensselaercmo@richtalentgroup.com. To propel its institutional mission and accelerate impact, RPI is seeking a visionary, creative and results-driven Chief Marketing Officer to pioneer growth and optimize performance. Reporting directly to RPI’s President, Martin Schmidt, this newly-created position is a unique calling for a marketing leader who seeks to serve a mission of significant consequence and to innovate beyond conventional approaches. The Chief Marketing Officer will also serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet and will play a pivotal role in shaping the Institute's overall strategic direction.
Associate Vice Provost, Student Health & Wellness Troy, NY
The Associate Vice Provost (AVP) is a key member of the Student Experience leadership team and plays a vital role in setting the strategic direction for Student Health and Wellness. The AVP proactively addresses opportunities and challenges, manages resources, formulates policies, and builds essential relationships with academic and administrative colleagues. The AVP will work closely with a range of stakeholders to cultivate an environment that prioritizes student well-being and will have direct oversight of the Student Health Center, Student Counseling and Psychological Services, and Case Management, fostering programs and services that contribute to a holistic and healthy campus culture. The AVP oversees the Student Health Insurance Plan and partners with the Athletics Department on supervision of athletic trainers.
Director of Development (Major Gift Officer), School of HASS Troy, NY
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) seeks applications from experienced development professionals serve as our next Director of Development in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS).
Teaching Track: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice, School of Engineering (Summer & Fall 2025) Troy, NY
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for anticipated Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Engineering. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester. All appointments are renewable.
Teaching Track Faculty: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice (Lally School of Management Fall 2025) Troy, NY
The Lally School of Management is pleased to invite applications for Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the Lally School of Management. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester
Teaching Track Faculty: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice, School of Science (Fall 2025) Troy, NY
The School of Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for anticipated openings for Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Science. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester. All appointments are contingent upon enrollment.
Teaching Track: Adjunct or Lecturer, School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (Fall 2025) Troy, NY
The School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester. All appointments are renewable..
Teaching Track: Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice (School of Architecture Fall 2025) Troy, NY
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is pleased to invite applications for possible Adjunct, Lecturer, Sr. Lecturer, and Professor of Practice openings in several areas. These appointments may be made for one to three years, and are renewable, contingent upon available funding, enrollment, satisfactory performance, and the business needs of the School of Architecture. Adjunct appointments are made for a single semester.
Lecturer Position in Information Technology and Web Sciences Troy, NY
The Information Technology and Web Science Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has positions open at the Lecturer / Senior Lecturer/ Professor of Practice level. These are up to three-year appointments depending on the level, with the option of renewal based on suitable performance.
Carpenter, Sr. Troy, NY
The Senior Carpenter plans and performs complex construction, installation, and repair of structures, woodwork, cabinetry, doors, hardware, and glazing systems conforming to state and local building codes. The Senior Carpenter works as a member of a versatile team performing office/lab fit up, structural and finish system maintenance, remodeling and minor construction projects. The Senior Carpenter also assists other trades with repair and maintenance work.
Public Safety Officer I Troy, NY
Entry level Public Safety opportunities available for service minded individuals interested in facilitating a safe and secure environment for the students, faculty, and staff who live, learn and work at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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
Lecturer, Psychological Sciences Troy, NY
Start August 16, 2025! Lecturer needed to teach PSYC 1200 - Introduction to Psychological Science and PSYC 2310 - Research Methods and Statistics I. PhD in Psychology or related field required.
Business Administrator Troy, NY
The Business Administrator will oversee assigned business functions of the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies including but not limited to provide support to the center faculty, staff and students.
Cleaner - Environmental Specialist Troy, NY
The Department of Environmental Services seeks applicants to fill its opening for several Cleaner openings.
Steam Maintenance Mechanic Plumber Troy, NY
The Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber performs a wide range of repair and maintenance duties primarily related to plumbing equipment and systems. Participates in on-call rotation.
Zamboni - Athletics Facilities Specialist Troy, NY
Athletic Facility Specialist performs basic maintenance and operation of the Houston Field House building, ice rink and connected parking areas.
Professor of Practice Remote (US Only)
Rensselaer at Work, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s digitally delivered professional graduate programs for working professionals and their employers, invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position for an instructional faculty member to teach in a graduate business program.

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