Princeton University

Job Type Temporary Overview The mission of Princeton University Department of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Performance Coach is to support quality varsity programs that challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of Division I programs. Reporting to the Head Performance Coach, the assistant coach will assist with the development of varsity performance programs and will also assist with the maintenance and upgrade recommendations of the performance facilities. This is a part-time hourly position that will support our Track & Field programs. Responsibilities - Assist with the development of twelve-month sport specific resistance programs. - Develop conditioning programs that address cardiovascular demands of the sport. - Develop flexibility/stretching...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University’s Office of Housing and Real Estate Services (HRES) is seeking to fill the role of the Housing Regional Engagement Specialist who will be the main point of contact for either a geographical region of the student housing inventory (undergraduate) or student housing population (graduate) and will serve as an entry point into the HRES organization. Student housing operations at Princeton is unique and diverse with 6,200 dormitory beds for undergraduate and graduate students on campus, and approximately 1000 rental apartment units for graduate students. Reporting to the Associate Director for Engagement, the Specialist will be the face of the department for the student housing community through regular and sustained contact with the Residential Colleges, Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students (ODUS), the Graduate School, and students. The Specialist will be responsible for developing partnerships within HRES, The Service...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Research Collections & Preservation Consortium ( ReCAP ) seeks a Shelving Facility Assistant , a dependable and energetic individual to help process and maintain library materials in its high-density shelving facility. Library items sent to the ReCAP facility are sorted, shelved, scanned, retrieved and refiled for each of its member institutions. The individual will be part of a team that rotates responsibilities on a daily basis. ReCAP is a partnership of Princeton University, Columbia University, Harvard University, Yale University, and The New York Public Library. The ReCAP facility encompasses eight shelving modules, two cold storage film vaults, and a 25,000 square foot processing center. The facility resides on the Forrestal Campus of Princeton University in Plainsboro, NJ, and its current holdings of over 18 million items makes it the largest preservation repository in North America under one roof. ReCAP adds more than 450,000...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid (UFA) and Student Employment (SE) at Princeton University is a unit within the Office of the Dean of the College (ODOC). The undergraduate financial aid program supports and advances Princeton’s commitment to ensuring that students from all economic backgrounds can afford to attend. The office awards aid to over 4,000 students annually with a scholarship budget of over 325M in FY26. Student Employment facilitates the hiring of 3,000 students annually across both the aid and non-aid populations as well as supporting over 1,000 student employee supervisors. The Office Support Specialist works across the financial aid and student employment programs by providing customer service support for current and prospective applicants and processing support to the counseling, compliance, and student employment teams. Responsibilities As the first point of contact for Student Employment and one of the...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Senior HR Operations and Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the integrity, compliance, and operational effectiveness of Human Resources programs, policies, and processes. This role serves as the primary owner of HR compliance activities, reporting, policy management, audit readiness, contract administration, and HR operational controls. The position partners closely with internal stakeholders and external organizations, including Princeton University and the Department of Energy (DOE), to monitor regulatory requirements, proactively manage change, and ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, local, contractual, and organizational requirements. A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy...

Associate Research Scholar, Center for the Physics of Biological Function Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $82,000-$84,000 Description The Center for the Physics of Biological Function (CPBF) is searching for Center Fellows, both theorists and experimentalists. Fellows will join our highly interactive group, with interests ranging from the dynamics of single molecules to neural computation, and from biochemical and genetic networks to collective behavior and evolution in populations. These diverse efforts are unified by the search for common physical principles underlying the emergence of functional behaviors that are essential for life. Qualifications Fellows should be prepared to take advantage of the full collaborative research and mentoring opportunities at the Center, and must have completed their PhDs in a relevant field before starting the position. Appointment will be at...

Harry Hess Postdoctoral Fellow Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $65,000 to $74,000 Description The Department of Geosciences at Princeton University announces competition for the 2027-2028 Harry Hess Fellows Program . This honorific postdoctoral fellowship program provides opportunities for outstanding geoscientists to work in the field of their choice. Research may be carried out independently or in collaboration with members of the Geosciences Department. One or more Hess Fellows may be appointed. Current areas of research include: • Biogeochemical Cycles • Paleoclimatology • Environmental Chemistry • Paleontology • Isotope Geochemistry • Petrology • Seismology • Geomicrobiology...

Associate/Full Professor in IR/Security Studies Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: Associate Professor: $189,000-$228,000; Full Professor: $255,000-$344,000 Description The School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University invites applicants for a tenured position (associate or full professor) in Security Studies. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated scholarly excellence in security studies, broadly defined. Interested parties should apply online. The successful candidate will be appointed in the School with a joint appointment with Politics. Princeton is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and service, will contribute to the diversity of the curriculum, broadly defined. This position is subject to the University’s background check policy. The Princeton School of Public and International Affairs seeks faculty members...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has an opening for an Electrical Safety Specialist to support the Occupational, Safety and Health Division. The Electrical Safety Specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of the organization's Electrical Safety Program by promoting compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and 10 CFR 851. This position is responsible for delivering and documenting electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training; conducting field inspections, audits, and assessments; supporting electrical equipment inspection and testing programs; and providing technical guidance to ensure the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment. The Electrical Safety Specialist works collaboratively with employees, project teams, subcontractors, and management to identify and mitigate electrical hazards,...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Science Writer serves the Office of Communications by developing news and feature stories for internal and external audiences that highlight the national and global impact of Princeton University's research and education in the sciences. This position also contributes ideas and content for social media, media outreach, and other communications initiatives. Working closely with the Office of Communications' multimedia team, the Science Writer helps create engaging content across a variety of formats, including articles, videos, and infographics. The Science Writer focuses primarily on Princeton's physical, natural, and life sciences, while also supporting coverage of interdisciplinary research that spans areas such as engineering, psychology, and other academic fields. As needed during high-volume periods, this position may also contribute to general news coverage and assist with stories on colleagues' beats, including the humanities,...

Job Type Full-Time Overview The Associate Director of Undergraduate Research leads major undergraduate research programs, funding initiatives, and educational programming within the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR), serving Princeton undergraduates across all disciplines and stages of their academic careers. As Princeton's central hub for undergraduate research, OUR furthers the University's commitment to expanding access to transformative mentored research experiences through advising, funding opportunities, research programming, cross-campus research conferences, and partnerships with research mentors and academic departments. The Associate Director provides leadership in developing and delivering opportunities that support students’ scholarly, professional, and personal development. Key responsibilities include oversight of ReMatch, a mentoring program developed in partnership with the Graduate School; OURFIP, a new faculty-mentored internship program for the...

Job Type Temporary Overview The mission of Princeton University Department of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the part-time Assistant Baseball Coach is to provide a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program. This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefits-eligible position. Responsibilities Assist with the recruitment of student-athletes on a national and international level. Assist with the management of recruiting database of potential recruits. Plan and organize on-campus visits. Assist in all aspects of coaching a nationally competitive Division I baseball program, including thorough knowledge of the sport, coaching strategies and student-athlete development. Assist in overall program planning and...

Professional Specialist Location: Remote - Washington, DC/Maryland Salary Range or Pay Grade: $65,000-$75,000 (for 50% duty time) Description The Department of Sociology at Princeton University seeks applicants for a professional specialist position at 50% duty time. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of reappointment. Successful candidates will have a background in law and/or social science. The selected candidate will have to work from Washington, DC/Maryland and travel to Princeton and other research organizations as required. The professional specialist will work in the Debt Collection Lab at Princeton University, an interdisciplinary research team that builds public-facing tools and conducts research. Its primary tool is a tracker that monitors debt collection lawsuits in real time and reveals which communities are hardest hit by disparities in income, legal representation, and other characteristics...

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ocean ecosystem modeling and prediction for Southeast U.S. coasts Location: Princeton, New Jersey Salary Range or Pay Grade: 67,000-77,000 Description The Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Program at Princeton University in cooperation with NOAA’s Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) seeks a postdoctoral research associate to develop, analyze, and apply high-resolution ocean-ecosystem hindcasts and predictions with a focus on the Gulf of America, Caribbean, and Southeast coast of the United States. The candidate will use existing numerical model simulations and, as required, generate new predictions to address a range of ocean prediction challenges including, but not limited to, numerical model development and comparison with observations to improve prediction skill; prediction of marine heatwaves, acidification, hypoxia, and compound extreme events on seasonal time scales; and application of...

Lecturer Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $83,100 - $87,500 Description The Department of Music at Princeton University may have an occasional curricular need for semester-long, non-tenure-track lecturer positions to teach or co-teach courses and/or lead ensembles, and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Areas of study/practice may include electronic music, music production, music theory, music history, jazz tradition, musicology, repertoire, and more. The expected start dates would be September 1, 2026, or January 16, 2027, for any available work; any appointments are subject to enrollments and may be for one or two semesters during the 2026-2027 academic year, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need. Qualifications An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred. Experience teaching undergraduate (A.B....

Job Type Temporary Overview The Creative Video Content Producer (Men’s Basketball) will work in conjunction with the Princeton Athletics External Relations and men’s basketball coaching and operations staffs with the creation of video content related to the Princeton men’s basketball program. Responsibilities Job Duties & Responsibilities Shoot and edit video content for Princeton men’s basketball, including social content, cinematic recaps, and long-form features. Coverage of all home and road games. Willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel with the team is required. Ability to work in a collaborative team setting while also being self-motivated, organized, and having a strong work ethic. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Qualifications Essential Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities Demonstrated storytelling ability across a variety of platforms. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University seeks a Director of University Health Services (UHS) to serve as the key leader of an integrated health system that supports the health and well-being of Princeton students and employees. UHS is a distinctive, multifaceted organization that provides a broad continuum of services through the Frist Health Center and satellite offices, including primary and urgent medical care, Athletic Medicine, Counseling and Psychological Services, SHARE, Health Promotion and Prevention Services, and Occupational Health. Reporting to the Executive Director of UHS, the Director shares responsibility for leading an organization whose work is central to both student success and the University's broader academic mission. This position calls for a leader who is equally comfortable shaping strategy and driving execution. Collaborating closely with the Executive Director, the Director provides day-to-day operational leadership for UHS,...

Lecturer Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: 87,500 Description The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Princeton University has an occasional curricular need for lecturers to teach, co-teach, or lead precepts in areas such as Applied Physics, Biological & Biomedical, Computing & Networking, Data & Information Science, Energy & Environment, Integrated Electronic Systems, Materials & Devices, Photonics, Quantum Engineering, Robotics & Cyberphysical Systems, Security, etc. The department accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Any appointments and duty time are subject to enrollments and may be for one or two semesters during Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027. Fall 2026 position would be from September 1, 2026 to January 16, 2027, and Spring 2027 position would be from January 16, 2027 to July 1, 2027. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in...

Job Type Full-Time Overview Princeton University’s Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination (LISD), based in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), seeks a dynamic and highly motivated Communications and Events Assistant. Reporting to the Institute Manager, this position supports the institute's communications strategy, events, publications, and programmatic activities. The Communications and Events Assistant works closely with institute leadership and staff to promote LISD's mission and ensure the successful execution of events and outreach efforts. This position is onsite Responsibilities Event Support and Coordination • Coordinate logistical aspects of LISD and co-sponsored events under priorities established by the Administrative and Events Assistant. • Arrange venues, catering, audiovisual support, registrations, and event communications. • Develop promotional materials, conference programs, brochures, and post-event...

Job Type Temporary Overview The Princeton University Art Museum welcomes applications for the position of Visitor Experience Representative I (VER I) to work at Art@Bainbridge, a gallery housed in the carefully restored colonial-era Bainbridge House at 158 Nassau Street, and the new Art Museum building, opening Fall 2025. This visitor-focused position provides the opportunity to welcome visitors to the newly constructed Art Museum, inspire curiosity and connection with the Museum’s expansive collections, support a dynamic exhibition program, and promote an array of educational initiatives. As part of the Visitor Experience Team (VET) within the Education Department, VERs are responsible for providing encouraging and engaging experiences for all visitors. This position is temporary. About the Museum: With a collecting history that extends back to 1755, the Princeton University Art Museum is one of the leading university art museums in the country, featuring...