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Cook Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Responsible for the proper preparation and production coordination of all hot and cold menu items as assigned by supervisor.
Assistant Teaching Professor, Biomedical Engineering Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech) invites applications and nominations for a faculty position at the instructional track, assistant teaching professor level. Michigan Tech BME is searching for outstanding candidates who can add to the existing teaching strengths in multiple research areas. Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).
Director for Charitable Giving Remote, Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Director for Charitable Giving is responsible for securing gifts of $25,000 and greater to support the university’s programs, priorities, and initiatives. This position will spend 40% of their time serving as the liaison for Athletics and Recreation and 60% fundraising for university-wide priorities as assigned by the Executive Director for Charitable Giving. The Director will utilize a moves management system to identify, strategize, and document all gifts. Through collaborative efforts with the fundraising team and strategic actions to advance donor portfolios, their focus is meeting and exceeding yearly metrics to attain campaign goals. The Director will travel to interact with alumni and friends of the university and professionally represent the mission and vision of Michigan Tech. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills to support collaborative efforts between university partners to advance the impact-giving donor pipeline for Michigan Tech.
Postdoctoral Scholar Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
A postdoctoral associate position is available at Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech) to conduct research on coastal processes and data assimilation for the Great Lakes system to promote resilient coastal communities. This project will focus on expanding our previous efforts in assimilating field data for Lake Erie and Lake Michigan to Lake Superior and aims to assimilate available historical data with a high-resolution hydrodynamic model to generate the best available reanalysis of the long-term physical and ecological database for Lake Superior. The database will further assist decision-makers, coastal managers, and ecosystem/ecological modelers in planning and evaluating restoration efforts for the Great Lakes over a much longer time horizon, providing the necessary baseline physical information from which to inform historical assessments and scenario projections.
Vice President for Student Affairs Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Vice President for Student Affairs reports to the President and serves on the President’s Council. Additionally, the VP will work collaboratively with the provost and serve as a member of the Dean’s Council. The VP is the primary liaison with academic units and provides university-wide leadership to promote programs and services that foster student engagement, retention, and academic success. The VP is committed to the holistic development of students and foster collaborative relationships among students, faculty, and staff. The position provides leadership and administrative oversight--including policies, budgets, facilities, and personnel--within the Dean’s Office, Residential Education and Housing Services, the Office of Academic and Community Conduct, International Programs and Services, the Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success, Career Services, Student Leadership and Involvement, Counseling Services, and Disability Services.
Custodian Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Responsible for the performance of routine and special custodial duties in facilities and grounds as assigned. Work is performed in accordance with instructions and schedules provided, with results regularly inspected. Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of internal and external customers.
Manager of Budget & Financial Planning - IT Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Budget Office and the Information Technology department are looking for a 12- month, full-time Manager of Budget & Planning. The Manager would be responsible for overseeing the Michigan Technological University Department of Information Technology finances as well as assisting the Director of Budget and Financial Planning in financial analysis of other University operations and assigned projects. The position will have dual reporting with the Director of Budget and Financial Planning and the Chief Information Officer.
Custodian Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Responsible for the performance of routine and special custodial duties in facilities and grounds as assigned. Work is performed in accordance with instructions and schedules provided, with results regularly inspected. Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of internal and external customers.
Custodian Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Responsible for the performance of routine and special custodial duties in facilities and grounds as assigned. Work is performed in accordance with instructions and schedules provided, with results regularly inspected. Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of internal and external customers.
Food Service Helper Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Perform in areas of food service to include food preparation and production, including customer service, equipment operation, and cashier duties.
Director of Trio Programs Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Director of TRIO Programs in Michigan Technological University’s Center for Educational Outreach (CEO) oversees execution of the department’s federal TRIO Talent Search and Upward Bound programs, including meeting exceptional standards for programmatic goals, ensuring compliance with all institutional and federal guidelines and regulations, and performing regular grant performance evaluations and assessments. As part of the CEO team, the Director of TRIO Programs works collaboratively to provide leadership and vision for grant-funded programs in alignment with the mission and objectives of the department.
Art Director Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
We are seeking a talented Art Director to join our team. The perfect candidate will have more than five years of experience at a creative agency, non-profit, or university environment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their experience with directing high-level design aesthetic, videography, and photography. The candidate must also possess strategic and innovative thinking skills and the ability to develop and maintain schedules for production work to be delivered on time and in alignment with the project’s goals. This person must be a creative storyteller and brand champion—through all forms of media (print, web, video, photography).
Administrative Aide Lakeshore Center (Houghton, MI)
Human Resources Customer Support performs a wide range of administrative support related tasks that contribute to the overall smooth operations of diverse HR functions while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and professional. This department positively represents the University by providing outstanding customer service when responding to the needs of campus clients and external contacts.
Assistant Manager, Memorial Union Building and Business Support Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Memorial Union and Business Support Assistant Manager manages, plans, and oversees events within and associated with the Memorial Union. They are instrumental in meeting with clients to identify and plan for event needs including coordinating set-up, tear-down, technology, and catering requirements. The Assistant Manager also conducts building inspections to ensure that cleanliness and safety standards are being met while providing excellent customer service to a wide variety of customers.
Academic Coordinator Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Academic Coordinator is responsible for providing academic, career, and financial guidance to underserved students, families, teachers, and school administrators as part of Michigan Technological University’s federal TRIO Upward Bound grant program. Working as part of the TRIO team in the University’s Center for Educational Outreach, the Academic Coordinator will collaborate to serve high school students in nine local school districts annually through the delivery of high quality programming focused on increasing college access and attainment and postsecondary success.
Assistant Professor in Sustainability & Health Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Department of Social Sciences at Michigan Technological University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Sustainability & Health. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a Social Science field (broadly defined) specializing in one or more dimensions of Sustainability and Health.
Assistant Professor, Information Systems & Analytics Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The College of Business at Michigan Technological University invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Management Information Systems & Data Analytics (MIS) with an anticipated start date beginning in August 2024. Applicants should be able to teach several different MIS and business analytics courses, such as Intro to IS/IT Management, Intro to Business Analytics, Database, Business Intelligence, Cybersecurity Management, etc. The College is particularly interested in applicants with a background in data analytics.
Department Coordinator/Analyst Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Provide administrative support to the Director and staff in the Center for Teaching and Learning. Independently provide day-to-day coordination of CTL functions including processing accounting, finance, and payroll transactions. Assist with planning and coordination of departmental functions, such as meetings, events, banquets, etc. Assist with generating student rating of instruction custom reports for instructors, chairs and deans.
Manager of Marketing and Communications Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Manager of Marketing and Communications (MMC) oversees media content and relations for Michigan Technological University’s Center for Educational Outreach (CEO), including the development and execution of creative strategies to highlight and promote the Center’s large programming portfolio. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the MMC leads the Center’s overall marketing and communications efforts with a focus on amplifying visibility and supporting the mission and outreach goals of the University.
Grant Specialist Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Grant Specialist in Michigan Technological University’s Center for Educational Outreach (CEO) oversees administration of the department’s portfolio of federal and state grant initiatives, including GEAR UP, TRIO Upward Bound, and TRIO Talent Search. The Grant Specialist is responsible for managing each grant’s budget, including making financial projections, establishing processes and strategies to maximize limited resources, and reporting on spending. As part of the CEO team, the Grant Specialist works collaboratively to accomplish fiscal and programmatic goals that support the mission and objectives of the department.

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