Explore Faculty Jobs

Find faculty opportunities at colleges, universities, and other educational institutions with Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more, and discover opportunities to teach, conduct research, and contribute to academic communities.

Faculty Roles and Specialties

Faculty job titles can include professor, associate professor, assistant professor, lecturer, clinical faculty member, research faculty member, and department chair. Responsibilities vary by institution and discipline, and may involve teaching courses, advising students, publishing research, pursuing grants, or leading academic programs.

Qualifications and Career Paths

Requirements depend on the role and field. Many tenure-track faculty positions require a doctoral degree, while some professional, clinical, studio, and teaching roles may call for relevant industry experience, licensure, or a master’s degree. A strong record of scholarship, teaching, mentorship, or professional practice can support advancement.

Find the Right Faculty Opportunity

Compare openings by discipline, institution, location, seniority, and compensation. Review each listing for its teaching and research expectations, required credentials, and whether the appointment is tenure-track, non-tenure-track, or contract-based. Use Ladders to explore vetted faculty jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more.

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$150K - $180K *

Lead Corporate FP&A initiatives, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance management. Oversee financial analysis and reporting while enhancing systems and dashboards for improved decision-makin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $140K *

Drive the development of predictive analytics models to enhance digital assessment operations, collaborating across teams to optimize decision-making and reduce costs while supporting strategic goals...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$129K - $177K *

Elevate decision-making through advanced behavioral insights and causal inference. Lead a team to design measurement strategies, enhance operational investments, and drive impactful outcomes across en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $111K *

Innovate with us to drive product-led sales in the higher education sector, empowering universities by promoting research analytics solutions. Collaborate with teams to achieve substantial growth and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence across a multi-site healthcare portfolio, driving integration and performance improvements while fostering collaboration with practice leaders to enhance patient experi...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's passionate about education! Lead B2B marketing strategies, develop compelling content, and drive product positioning to enhance the Encourage program for educators and students. Col...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $136K *

Drive your career forward as a leader in healthcare operations, managing a dynamic team to enhance patient care and clinic performance. Enjoy autonomy while fostering a culture of growth and collabora...

Sacramento, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $298K *

Champion financial management excellence by leading teams to enhance processes, conduct risk assessments, and integrate data capabilities, ensuring continuous audit readiness and fraud prevention for...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $178K *

Advance your career by leading claims and litigation management. Oversee claims handling, evaluate staff performance, manage reserves, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance department efficien...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower Veterans by providing comprehensive psychological assessments and treatments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address mental health needs, utilizing evidence-based practices in bot...

Cody, WYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$138K - $200K *

Engage in the development and oversight of clinical education for a PA program, ensuring quality curriculum and site management while collaborating with leadership to enhance student learning and perf...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

Transform service delivery by leading high-performance teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance practice management and achieve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by creating intuitive UI experiences for AAA games. Collaborate with UX designers to translate concepts into polished visuals, focusing on high-quality design and animation in Unreal...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $144K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional customer service and technical support at assigned medical equipment sites, ensuring compliance with contracts and fostering strong client relationships throu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's scaling global revenue operations. As a strategic partner to the CRO, you'll drive operational excellence, manage initiatives, and influence key decisions in a fast-paced environmen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $173K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise portfolio transformation, shaping operating models and governance while enhancing organizational agility and value delivery across multiple portfolios in a dynamic...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing HR operations through hands-on support of Dayforce HCM and iCIMS. Leverage your expertise in HRIS to enhance processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive compli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$152K - $205K *

Lead the charge in architecting AI-driven solutions for enterprise clients, transforming complex data governance challenges into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape product evo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$308K - $369K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality primary care, managing diverse patient needs with a combination of in-office and virtual visits, while collaborating closely with clinical teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $161K *

Empower our Quality Engineering operations by managing portfolio governance, financial planning, and resource allocation. Collaborate across teams to enhance transparency and execution, driving strate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $161K *

Shape the future of Quality Engineering by leading portfolio management, financial governance, and strategic execution. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational effectiveness and drive transfor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient care, support performance initiatives, and drive effective uti...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Lead the charge in enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Drive utilization review, collaborate with providers, and implement performance initiatives to optimize care quality and cost-e...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $330K *

Drive medical excellence by bridging clinical insights with risk management, guiding underwriting standards, and ensuring compliance across Life, Disability, and Long Term Care products while collabor...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Transform technical training by developing comprehensive curricula for military aviation systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create effective learning solutions for aircrew and mai...

Herndon, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of faculty jobs can I find?question toggle

    Faculty openings may include professor, assistant professor, associate professor, lecturer, clinical faculty, research faculty, and academic leadership roles. Titles and responsibilities differ across institutions and disciplines.

  • What qualifications are typically required for faculty positions?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by role and field. Many tenure-track positions require a doctorate, while teaching-focused or professional roles may accept a master’s degree, professional credentials, licensure, or substantial industry experience.

  • Do faculty jobs include both teaching and research?question toggle

    Some faculty roles combine teaching, research, and service, while others emphasize one area, such as instruction, clinical practice, or research. Check each job listing for its specific responsibilities.

  • Can I find faculty jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more, including faculty opportunities when available.

  • How should I compare faculty job listings?question toggle

    Consider the academic discipline, institution, location, salary, appointment type, teaching load, research expectations, required credentials, and opportunities for advancement.