11 temporary library jobs at 9 companies in Boston, MA

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Library Aide 2026-2027
Derry, New Hampshire, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
Pinkerton Academy
Pinkerton Academy: Independent secondary school offering comprehensive academic and athletic programs.
Experience supervising high school students, strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, willingness to learn library procedures, basic computer skills; makerspace or art experience and bilingual ability are a plus; library sciences experience or an associate’s degree preferred.
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Library Media Assistant - Long Term Sub
Acton, Massachusetts, United States
$26-$30/hr OnsiteTemporary
Acton-Boxborough Regional School District
Acton-Boxborough Regional School District: Provides public primary and secondary education services.
College degree required; courses or experience in education/library science preferred; experience with adolescents; proficiency with Google Suite and library databases; strong communication and organizational skills.
Google Suite
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Library and Makerspace Assistant
Andover, Massachusetts, United States
$22-$28/hr OnsitePart Time, Temporary
Phillips Academy
Phillips Academy: Private boarding school providing college-preparatory education to secondary students.
Staff the welcome desk, assist with circulation and reference, support makerspace users and equipment, familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; bachelor's degree preferred; makerspace equipment experience preferred.
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, Evergreen ILS, SpringShare, 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, sewing machine, CNC router
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Long Term Substitute - Library Media Specialist
Hampton, New Hampshire, United States
OnsiteTemporary
School Administrative Unit 21
School Administrative Unit 21: Operates public schools and provides educational services.
Expertise in selecting, acquiring, evaluating and organizing information resources and technologies, modeling multiple literacies, ensuring access and understanding copyright law.
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Research & Learning Librarian (part-time/temporary)
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
HybridPart Time
University of Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts: Public university system providing higher education and research services.
MLS/MLIS in-progress or completed; knowledge of library principles; reference and instruction skills; customer service, oral/written communication, and basic tech troubleshooting.
Microsoft Teams
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Access Services Associate (Part-Time, Temporary)
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
OnsitePart Time, Temporary
University of Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts: Public university system providing higher education and research services.
High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred. Experience in library environment and Microsoft Office experience desirable. Ability to supervise student assistants and perform circulation, interlibrary loan, and customer service tasks.
Microsoft Office Suite, LibAnswers, RAPID, ILLiad, Reprintsdesk, OCLC’s IFM payment system
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Frances E. Malamy Research Fellowship
Rowley, Massachusetts, United States
$6k/yr OnsiteTemporary
Peabody Essex Museum
Peabody Essex Museum: A historic museum dedicated to global art and culture.
In-library research for a minimum of eight weeks focused on Phillips Library collections; applicants may be U.S. citizens, green card holders, or holders of F1 or J1 visas; submit proposal, cover letter, and CV by Oct 25, 2026.
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Archival Digitization Specialist- Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
$20/hr OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Ancestry
Ancestry: Provides online genealogy research and consumer DNA testing services.
Technical experience with digitization, archival documents, scanning and editing equipment, spreadsheets, and repetitive detail-focused work; photography, library, archives, or history background preferred.
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Senior Substitute (Intermittent)
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
$24/hr OnsiteTemporary, Part Time
City of Cambridge
City of Cambridge: Provides municipal services and governance for the Cambridge community.
High school diploma or equivalent, strong customer service and teamwork skills, basic public library knowledge, accurate instruction-following, flexibility, and ability to move and shelve heavy materials.
standard office equipment
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Sunday Manager
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
$49-$59/hr OnsitePart Time, Temporary
City of Cambridge
City of Cambridge: Provides municipal services and governance for the Cambridge community.
3+ YOE1+ MgmtBachelor's degree required, 3 years public library or customer-service experience with 1 year supervisory experience; ALA master's preferred. Strong customer service, supervisory, communication, de-escalation, and data analysis skills.
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Research Assistant III Lab
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
Harvard University
Harvard University: Provides higher education and conducts advanced academic research.
2+ YOEBachelor's in a related life science or 4+ years lab experience; 2 years direct lab experience; molecular biology techniques, RNase-free practice, NGS library construction, qPCR/TapeStation QC, Linux/Shell/R familiarity, bioinformatics, tissue culture, strong communication.
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), NGS, qPCR, TapeStation, Gel electrophoresis, PCR, Linux, Shell script, R