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Berklee

Percussion Services Lab Monitor TEMP

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.45/hr

Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In ... * assist faculty and visiting artists with gear moves etc Possible Additional Duties and ...

Greenwood Shalom Outreach Inc

Educator

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

... summer. · Discover students' unique needs by working and assessing the students and assist the ... lab and other equipment 7. Keep track of soft materials and hard equipment, where soft materials ...

Greenwood Shalom Outreach Inc

Educator

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

... summer. · Discover students' unique needs by working and assessing the students and assist the ... lab and other equipment 7. Keep track of soft materials and hard equipment, where soft materials ...

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How much do summer lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer lab assistant in Boston, MA is $22.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $25.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer lab assistant?

Summer Lab Assistants are temporary staff, often students, who work in laboratories during the summer months to support ongoing research and routine lab operations. Their duties typically include preparing materials, assisting with experiments, collecting and recording data, and maintaining lab equipment. This role offers hands-on experience in a scientific environment, making it valuable for those interested in careers in science or research. Summer Lab Assistants work under the supervision of senior researchers or laboratory managers and must follow safety protocols at all times.

What does a summer lab assistant do?

As a Summer Lab Assistant, you’ll typically spend your days preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting with experiments under the supervision of senior researchers. Your attention to detail ensures that experiments run smoothly and data is accurate, which is crucial for the research team’s progress. You may also help with sample collection, inventory management, and organizing lab spaces. By taking on these essential tasks, you enable scientists to focus on complex analyses and contribute directly to the success of the lab’s projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer lab assistant?

To excel as a Summer Lab Assistant, you generally need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data recording systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication help you work well in a team and follow instructions precisely. These competencies are essential to maintain lab safety, ensure accurate results, and support ongoing research projects efficiently.

What are summer jobs for a lab assistant?

As a summer lab assistant, you assist a team in conducting research through various experiments. Your responsibilities for this role include recording test results, preparing lab materials, and keeping highly detailed logs. These positions are often internships or entry-level jobs for students that allow you to gain research or laboratory experience and learn new skills as you pursue an advanced degree. This position is particularly helpful to those seeking a career in medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, or biological fields. Regardless of your area of study, the duties of a summer lab assistant are often to help a lab technician prepare or carry out an experiment, prepare a sample for testing, or record findings as they happen.

What is the difference between Summer Lab Assistant vs Summer Research Intern?

AspectSummer Lab AssistantSummer Research Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or current student, some labs prefer relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with related coursework or research experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, assisting with experiments and data collectionResearch projects, data analysis, and possibly lab work, often more independent
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, scientific organizations

While both roles involve supporting research activities in laboratory settings, Summer Lab Assistants typically assist with routine tasks and data collection, often requiring less experience. Summer Research Interns usually engage in more in-depth research activities, data analysis, and may have more academic prerequisites. Both positions provide valuable experience in scientific research environments.

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Infographic showing various Summer Lab Assistant job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,752 per year, or $22 per hour.

Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor, Finance

Bentley

Waltham, MA

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarly research.

  • Teach courses across all areas of finance at undergraduate and graduate levels, potentially both in-person and online.

  • Collaborate with colleagues and support student engagement through departmental initiatives.

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Finance Department at Bentley University is seeking applications for two candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor to begin in July 2027. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in finance or a related field and demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarly research. We have a strong preference for candidates with the ability to teach courses across all areas of finance, potentially both in-person and online, at the undergraduate and graduate levels (MBA/MS programs).

We have a strong preference for candidates at either rank with the ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and have teaching experience in Finance at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (MBA/MS programs). Familiarity with digital databases such as Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, CapIQ, and Morningstar Direct and their use in finance courses is desirable. Associate Professor candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarly research, with evidence of the ability to publish top-tier research to warrant appointment at the Associate Professor level, and research expertise in topics including behavioral finance, corporate finance, fixed income, investments, fintech, or asset pricing.For more information on the department and its faculty, please see: https://www.bentley.edu/academics/departments/finance. Salary is competitive, and support is available for summer research and travel to professional meetings.

Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model where teaching, scholarship, service and community engagement are expected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who represent diverse backgrounds, interests and talents and share a commitment to high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challenge and change. Our finance faculty are actively engaged in research and have published in well-regarded journals. The Finance department encourages and values experiential learning and offers an array of courses supporting undergraduate degrees in Finance, Economics and Finance, Corporate Finance and Accounting, FinTech, Financial Planning and Wealth Management, as well as master's degrees in Finance, FinTech, Financial Planning and Wealth Management, and MBA (Finance) degrees. The MS Finance program is ranked 44th in global Masters programs and 1st in the U.S. by the 2025 Financial Times. For more information on its graduate programs, see: https://www.bentley.edu/academics/graduate-programs/masters-finance. We also offer the Advanced Standing in Finance program (https://www.bentley.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/advanced-standing-programs) where some of our top students pursue BS and MS degrees in Finance at Bentley.

The department actively engages with students outside the classroom through initiatives and support of student organizations, including the Bentley Investment Group (https://www.bentley.edu/centers/trading-room/bentley-investment-group), the Lab for Economics, Accounting, and Finance (https://www.bentley.edu/centers/leaf), and the Trading Room (https://www.bentley.edu/centers/trading-room) to name a few examples. The Trading Room offers 24 Bloomberg terminals and subscriptions to FactSet, CapIQ, Morningstar Direct, and Financial Trading Systems (FTS). The Academic Technology Center (ATC) provides strong support for faculty research through Bentley's subscription to a range of financial data, including IBES, ISS databases, Thompson Reuters, CRSP Mutual Fund, Trace, SDC, to name a few, in addition to standard databases such as CRSP and Compustat.

Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB and NECHE-accredited institutionthat enrolls approximately 5,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.Bentley is highly rankedin several categories by U.S. News & World Report for 2026, including #1 in Regional Universities North, #4 Most Value Schools (North), and #12 Overall College in the U.S. (Wall Street Journal). Bloomberg ranks Bentley #12 in the U.S. Bentley's high graduation and retention rates, and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflect a commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strong faculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a "Force for Good" through the integration of business with the arts and sciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community for faculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as they pursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and real-world understanding into the classroom.

Application materials should be submitted through Bentley's on-line employment site at:

https://bentley.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/faculty

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application:

  • An up-to-date curriculum vitae.

  • A letter of interest indicating why the candidate is a good fit at Bentley and its Finance department.

  • A Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment.

  • Sample(s) of research work, and a brief statement on research area and contribution

  • Please provide contact information for three references.

Pay Transparency:

At Bentley we offer a "total rewards" package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we're sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications.

Salary Ranges (depending on rank, qualifications and experience):

  • Assistant Professor: $201,248 - $245,969

  • Associate Professor: $208,080 - $254,320

If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu.

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

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