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Temporary Research Scientist
Worcester Polytechnic Institute


Date Posted Sep. 22, 2025
Title Temporary Research Scientist
University Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA, United States
Department Biomedical Engineering - JM
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
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JOB TITLE
Temporary Research Scientist

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Biomedical Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Seeking to fill a temporary Research Scientist position to work in the Functional Biomaterials Lab at WPI on drug delivery research using silk fibroin and metallic nanomaterials.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role will also include training and support of ongoing research personnel. Applications should have extensive experience evidenced by completed PhD level research focusing on processing silk fibroin into various form factors for biomedical applications.

This is a grant funded, on-site maximum 10 hours per week position.

To apply, please submit a resume for consideration.

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Temporary-Research-Scientist_R0003268

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.

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