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Postdoctoral Scholar, in Dissolved Organic Matter-Based Microbial Fuel Cells Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to contribute to an interdisciplinary project at the intersection of marine microbial ecology, environmental microbiology, and environmental and marine engineering. This project is part of a large interdisciplinary team aimed at developing a system for conversion of marine dissolved organic matter into electricity using microbial fuel cells. We are looking for a postdoctoral research associate who can coordinate efforts to design, construct, test, optimize and characterize the ability of innovative microbial fuel cells to produce electricity from dissolved organic matter in marine environments at bench, pilot, and full scales.
Department Chair, Computer Science Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
INTERNAL SEARCH/POSTING (for current Michigan Technological Employees only) The Department of Computer Science at Michigan Technological University invites internal applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Computer Science. We seek an enthusiastic and visionary leader to help us accelerate growth in the areas of undergraduate and graduate enrollments, externally funded research, and industry engagement, as well as support continued excellence in teaching. We are continuing to build a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and scholarship in a multicultural and inclusive environment, and we seek a department chair who supports these aspirations.
Assistant Professor, Geological & Mining Engineering & Sciences Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences (GMES) at Michigan Technological University is seeking an interdisciplinary scholar to develop a vibrant, externally funded research program in the broad area of geological engineering for geohydrology. Specific research areas of interest may include but are not limited to: groundwater and contaminant hydrology, groundwater engineering, hydrodynamics modeling, surface or subsurface remediation, and geohazards.
Postdoctoral Scholar, Environmental Microbiology Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to contribute to an interdisciplinary project at the intersection of marine microbial ecology, environmental microbiology, and marine engineering. This project is part of a large interdisciplinary team aimed at developing a system for conversion of marine dissolved organic matter into electricity using microbial fuel cells. We are looking for a postdoctoral research associate to lead efforts to develop a microbial consortium that can be used in a microbial fuel cell for conversion of marine organic matter to electricity. This candidate will perform experiments to better link the extent to which dissolved organic matter composition and microbial community composition interact to determine dissolved organic carbon biodegradability and potential for electricity generation in a microbial fuel cell. The successful candidate will have previous experience with marine microbial ecology, anaerobic microbiology, and/or microbial community characterization.
Assistant Research Engineer - Software Developer Michigan Tech Research Institute (Ann Arbor, MI)
The Assistant Research Engineer will work as a software developer in support of a variety of scientific and research programs. The position is on-site, located at MTRI in Ann Arbor, MI (www.mtri.org).
Assistant Professor, Business 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 Business Analytics with an anticipated start date beginning in August 2025. Applicants should be able to teach a broad variety of business analytics courses.
Senior Manager of Honors and Scholarship Recruitment Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Tech’s Senior Manager of Honors and Scholarship Recruitment will play a critical role on our enrollment team focusing on yielding the nation's brightest students to a world class and growing institution. This person will serve as a critical link between students, families, and Michigan Tech, with a focus on scholarships and honors recruitment. Specifically, this individual is responsible for the recruitment of the almost 1,000 students that move through Michigan Tech’s premier scholarship program, Leading Scholar.
Assistant Research Scientist - Environmental Remote Sensing SAR Specialist Michigan Tech Research Institute (Ann Arbor, MI)
This Assistant Research Scientist – Environmental Remote Sensing SAR Specialist position provides support for MTRI programs focused land cover classification around the Great Lakes region and the Congo. Experience with GIS analysis and processing SAR and Lidar data for environmental science research is required, as is significant experience with geospatial Python programming. Applicants must also have experience with applying photogrammetry to UAV collected imagery. The applicant will be expected to apply their knowledge of sensing and image processing to assist in the development of research questions and/or research programs. The applicant will be expected to participate in challenging field work that collects ground truth data for informing algorithms based on remote sensing data. This in an in-person position based at MTRI in Ann Arbor, MI (https://mtu.edu/mtri).
Assistant Teaching Professor of Music (Bands) Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Michigan Technological University seeks a dynamic musician-educator to fill the position of instructional-track assistant teaching professor of music (Bands) starting August 2025. Michigan Tech has a growing and innovative band program with a 200-member pep band, an auditioned wind symphony, a non-auditioned concert band, two large jazz ensembles, and a New Orleans-style brass band. This position entails overseeing and advising the Pep Band, directing the R&D Jazz Band, coaching jazz combos, and may include conducting the Campus Concert Band. Other activities will include teaching courses in music (Jazz History, Music Appreciation, other courses depending on expertise), directing/coaching chamber ensembles, advising student organizations, and participating in regional tours.
Assistant Professor, Optics Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Department of Physics at Michigan Technological University (MTU) seeks a candidate to fill a faculty position as a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Optics, to begin in August of 2025. Applicants with the required education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and accomplishments commensurate with a higher rank will also be considered for an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.
Building Mechanic I Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Operate and maintain the assigned buildings and building systems to provide a safe and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff in a cost-effective manner under minimum supervision.
Assistant Vice President, Sponsored Programs Pre-Award Remote, Lakeshore Center (Houghton, MI)
The Lead Sponsored Programs Pre-Award staff oversees all activities related to sponsored programs, focusing on proposal preparation and submission while ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements, university policies, and applicable regulations. This role involves directly supporting Principal Investigators in proposal submissions, identifying potential risks and ensuring adherence to guidelines at all levels.
Structural Engineer Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
This position serves as a technical expert in structural engineering of transportation infrastructure. This position will work as part of a team that provides training and customer support to bridge-owning-agency engineers and their consultants on the use of AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software and theory and policy regarding bridge load ratings. They will also engage with other structural engineers and computer programmers to provide interpretation of MDOT and AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications. This position is also responsible for conducting small research projects in fields related to transportation infrastructure. This position serves as an advocate and technical resource for Michigan’s local (city, village, county) transportation agencies and will provide technical support for activities underway at the Center for Technology & Training, which includes work with the Michigan Local Bridge Load Rating and Inspection Support program and the Michigan Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP). The position requires a background in structural engineering and knowledge of the relationship between Michigan’s road owning agencies at the state and local level.
Assistant Teaching Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for two or more instructional track faculty positions at all levels to begin in the fall semester of 2025. The department seeks forward-looking individuals who are skilled at translating new and exciting discoveries into effective graduate and undergraduate teaching in both face-to-face classrooms and online courses. The position is non-tenure-track.
Assistant Professor, Biomedical Data Science & Health Informatics Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The College of Computing at Michigan Technological University invites applications for multiple tenure track faculty positions in the broad areas of biomedical data science and health informatics. Data Science, in all of its forms, is a major priority for the College, and these positions are critical to that effort. The College currently offers 15 degree programs, including a BS in Data Science, MS in Data Science, and MS in Health Informatics. Preliminary discussions regarding a PhD in Data Science have begun, and the College is actively planning for a Department of Data Science to house these programs, faculty, and staff. The anticipated start date is August 2025.
Cooks Helper Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Cook's Helper will provide support to dining service operations by assisting cooks in the proper preparation and help coordinate production of all menu items assigned by management with staff. This position will work to ensure that services are consistent with the mission and goals of the department and the university. This position will provide service excellence faculty, staff, students and guests.
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.
Building Mechanic III Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of all facilities systems within the building complex or zone as defined and assigned. Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff in a cost-effective manner under minimum supervision.
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.
Senior Office Assistant Main Campus (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.

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