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Lead Assistant Golf Professional Portage Lake Golf Course (Houghton, MI)
Nestled in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Portage Lake Golf Course offers a one of a kind setting to build a career doing what you love. The Assistant Golf Professional will play an integral role in delivering an exceptional experience for our members, Michigan Tech students, and guests by leading daily golf operations, coordinating league programming, providing professional instruction, and driving marketing efforts. This is more than a job; it is an opportunity to shape the culture of a course that serves as a cornerstone of recreation for our campus and community. We are looking for a hospitality-minded professional with a passion for the game and a commitment to service excellence.
Research Scientist II Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC) at Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech) aims to advance freshwater and coastal ocean research as a foundation for health, economic prosperity and global sustainability through interdisciplinary research cutting across Michigan Tech’s academic programs. The GLRC institute includes collaborative faculty from twelve disciplines within the Colleges of Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences. The GLRC seeks a Research Scientist II or III to fill a gap in computational genomics across campus. The Research Scientist will be involved in many current and upcoming research projects and would also be expected to lead new projects specific to methods development, generating and analyzing new data to address environmental questions around biodiversity, environmental degradation, etc., or leveraging the increasing availability of publicly available genomic datasets to ask novel questions across large temporal and spatial scales. Building reproducible data analysis pipelines using machine learning and large language models is the future of computational bioinformatics and this researcher would be expected to build collaborations with faculty in the College of Computing and Mathematical Sciences as well.
Research Services Coordinator Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Frontiers Research Institute (FRI) is a Tier 1 multi-disciplinary research Institute at Michigan Tech that provides comprehensive research support services to researchers across all colleges and administrative units at the University. Existing affiliated Centers that FRI administers include the Institute of Materials Processing (IMP), Michigan Tech Aerospace Engineering Research Center (MARC), Michigan Tech Transportation Institute (MTTI), and the Research and Innovation in STEAM Education (RISE). The Frontiers Research Institute is looking for a professional to join the research administration team to support continued research growth. Ideal candidates are those who demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple tasks simultaneously, have strong attention to detail, thrive in a team-based environment, and are successful in navigating a fast-paced environment that is highly deadline driven.
Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking an Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO for our Information Technology department. This position plays a critical role in the day-to-day management of the Information Technology administrative office. This position is involved with contract management, the overall IT hiring process, managing the calendar of the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO, coordinating leadership and departmental meetings while interacting with stakeholders at all levels and contributing to strategic planning. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate must be able to prioritize effectively and manage a diverse range of administrative tasks. There is an expectation that the person in this role be able to adapt quickly and respond to changing priorities and is a model for service excellence.
Communications Coordinator Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
The Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC) provides comprehensive research support to faculty and professional research staff through the Institute and GLRC affiliated Centers at Michigan Tech. Services include pre- and post-award proposal development, project implementation and management, and outreach and promotion of scholarly activities and the impacts these activities have on benefiting the world. The GLRC is seeking to hire a full-time Communications Associate or Communications Coordinator who will contribute to the outreach and marketing of research activities through social and digital media, graphic design services, content development, and provide pre- and post-award research support services.
Merchandising Coordinator Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a Merchandising Coordinator for our Merchandising Operations Department. The Merchandising Coordinator manages the strategic procurement, inventory health, and visual presentation for Merchandising Operations. This role is responsible for the full product lifecycle for apparel and souvenirs—from initial vendor selection and design visualization to the execution of the Open-to-Buy (OTB) process. Acting as a key leader within the department, the Coordinator ensures both retail locations are strategically stocked and visually compelling, while serving as the University Images’ point of contact in the absence of the General Manager.
Facilities Manager Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a Facilities Manager. Under the Director of Operations, Facilities Managers oversee Custodial and Maintenance Services in their assigned buildings. Essential duties include the hiring, development, and supervision of custodial and maintenance staff, including departmental coordinators, full-time and part-time bargaining unit employees, student workers, and temporary employees. Responsibilities include coordinating building cleaning and maintenance schedules and work assignments, establishing and monitoring service levels, and developing and managing departmental budgets.
Human Resources - Manager Lakeshore Center (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University seeks a Human Resources Manager to oversee daily operations and strategic execution within the HR department. This role ensures the efficiency of core HR processes, policy implementation, and maximized use of departmental technology. Key responsibilities include designing policies, optimizing workflows, and managing internal HR systems throughout the complete employee lifecycle. The Manager will monitor key performance indicators, coordinate comprehensive metrics reporting, and implement continuous improvement strategies. Supervision of assigned HR staff and acting as a departmental consultant for complex queries are essential functions. This position serves on the departmental leadership team.
Human Resources Employment Specialist Lakeshore Center (Houghton, MI)
Join Michigan Technological University Human Resources as a dynamic professional enhancing the full employee life cycle. In this key role, you will support managers, applicants, and current employees through recruiting, onboarding, and ongoing mid-employment services.
Postdoctoral Scholar Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University seeks a Postdoctoral Research associate in construction automation. The position will support research on automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, sensing, data analytics, cyberinfrastructure, and digital technologies for construction and infrastructure applications. Candidates with backgrounds in construction engineering, civil engineering, computer science, robotics, engineering, data science, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Assistant Hockey Coach Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a motivated, charismatic, and dedicated Assistant Hockey Coach who is committed to the success of student-athletes and building a competitive hockey program. This position will support the Head Hockey Coach in leading the NCAA Division I varsity program, with a primary focus on goaltenders. Key responsibilities include recruiting high-quality student-athletes, preparing for practices and games, and implementing coaching strategies. Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach will work collaboratively within the Athletic Department and serve as a leader in promoting and enhancing the visibility and reputation of the Michigan Tech hockey program.
Case Manager Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a Case Manager for our Equal Opportunity Compliance & Title IX department. The Case Manager manages a wide range of complex and confidential tasks. This includes intake of complainants to determine appropriate policy and procedure, providing supportive measures as requested and as reasonable, policy compliance, training, case management, and remedies related to Title IX and other harassment and discrimination laws overseen by the Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX department.
Administrative Aide Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking an Administrative Aide for our Financial Services & Operations Department. This front-line position works independently to perform administrative and financial processes that contribute to the overall smooth operations of the Student Financial Services Center area, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and professional. This position positively represents the University by providing outstanding customer service when responding to the needs of students, parents, faculty and staff, and external customers. This position collaborates extensively with multiple departments across campus, including but not limited to Financial Aid, Registrars, Housing, and Transportation.
Building Mechanic II Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a Building Mechanic II for our Facilities Management department. They will be 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. This job is a first shift AFSCME Union position.
Custodian (12mon, 1st) Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a Full Time, 12 month, 1st shift Custodian. They will be 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.
Office Assistant (9 mon, PT) Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a part time Office Assistant to support our William G. Jackson Center for Teaching and Learning department. This position will support the needs of the Michigan Tech Testing Center. This position will proctor exams and assist with day-to-day office administration. This position will also be expected to complete additional training allowing them to proctor for sponsored exams.
Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking an Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management for our Enrollment Management department. The Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management provides energetic, strategic, and collaborative leadership for undergraduate recruitment and admissions, university financial aid and scholarships, TRIO Pre-College Programs, and the Center for Educational Outreach. Reporting to the Vice President for University Relations and Enrollment, the AVPEM serves as a key strategic advisor on divisional priorities, operational effectiveness, enrollment strategy, and organizational planning. The AVPEM will help advance and operationalize Michigan Tech’s distinctive hightouch approach to recruitment and education, one grounded in authentic human connection, personalized engagement, and a deeply immersive residential-based undergraduate experience. This on-campus position will work collaboratively with university leadership, the AVPEM will align enrollment initiatives, operational systems, and student experience strategies with institutional goals and long-term enrollment objectives, while reinforcing the university’s reputation for producing resilient, capable, and highly sought-after graduates through a uniquely rigorous and supportive educational environment.
Postdoctoral Scholar, Psychology & Human Factors Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a PostDoc for our Psychology and Human Factors department. The new post-doctoral fellow will support a multi-university research initiative to study and model decision and judgment variability (i.e. noise). The fellow must be ready to conduct research including laboratory studies and simulations, assist in constructing computational cognitive models, conduct literature reviews and manuscript preparation and submission.
Business Systems Manager Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Tech IT develops and supports technology solutions that enable Michigan Tech's faculty, students, and staff to excel in teaching, learning, research, scholarship, and public service. We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive community. As a member of Information Technology, this position will assume a meaningful role implementing Data Governance initiatives, supervising a team of Business System Analysts while providing operational support for the core administrative systems. Operational support includes understanding the University business processes, documenting procedures, providing training, loading data, sending bulk email communications, writing reports, creating data visualizations and processing system access requests. You will become part of a culture that empowers employees, treats them with respect, and encourages innovation and open communication.
Custodian (12 mon, 1st) Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Michigan Technological University is seeking a 1st shift custodians who will be 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. This is a full time, (40 hrs per week), 12 month position.

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