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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$88K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to advancing medical education for early-career orthopedic surgeons through innovative learning experiences, collaboration, and strategic planning...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of HR technology by leading the design and implementation of innovative Workday solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance HR and Payroll proces...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Elevate engineering success by partnering with leadership to drive strategic execution, fostering alignment across teams, and leveraging data-driven insights for impactful decision-making in a dynamic...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining theoretical physics through innovative AI tools. Collaborate to develop groundbreaking technology solutions that enhance research, streamline processes, and drive scienti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing theoretical physics through innovative tech development. Contribute to creating the AI Physicist, enhancing research capabilities with cutting-edge tools and algorit...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by providing expert legal support in contract management, collaborating effectively with counsel and stakeholders to enhance contracting processes and ensure compliance in a fast-pace...

South San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic initiatives and enhance global health outcomes. Collaborate with senior leadership to synthesize complex data, manage special projects, and prepare impactful com...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive evidence-based healthcare improvements by leading evaluations and strategic analyses. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance Military Health System outcomes through expert consultat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of technology initiatives by managing strategic direction, overseeing system builds, and enhancing employee experiences through collaboration with stakeholders and effective project e...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$156K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving revenue and enhancing performance through effective leadership and strategic project management in the Capital Equipment Solutions Consulting sector...

Irving, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading tax processes and delivering technical expertise while mentoring staff, managing client relationships, and driving strategic growth in a collaborative environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $231K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing stop loss carrier relationships, ensuring governance, and driving timely issue resolution across cross-functional teams. Lead strategic initiatives to enhanc...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $160K *

Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $220K *

Unlock strategic benefits solutions by designing impactful health and welfare programs across the Americas, driving cost efficiency and associate experience, while influencing key stakeholders and uti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the modernization of a data platform, ensuring reliability and security while managing engineering teams across legacy and new technologies. Drive AI-native practices and uphold quality standards...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$95K - $100K *

Manage learning programs and shape instructional solutions through collaboration with stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement by evaluating learning experiences and applying adult learning principl...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal operations by leading technology assessments and implementations. Collaborate with clients to enhance contracting processes, leveraging expertise in CLM and AI solutions while mentorin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $104K *

Unlock potential by delivering personalized in-home rehabilitation services, enhancing independence for older adults. Collaborate with a skilled team while ensuring high-quality patient care in divers...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end client engagements for complex AI and digital projects, managing multiple implementations while ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with cross-funct...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$61K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver advanced training on CensiTrac software, enhancing customer engagement and success. Utilize your expertise in sterile processing to provide solutions and support, ensuri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging expertise in clinical radiology workflows to enhance customer engagement and product demonstrations, while collaborating with sales to drive solutions that elevate the r...

Somerville, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of audit technology by leading deployments, writing production code, and building a strong engineering team to deliver innovative AI solutions for enterprise cust...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate team performance by leading a Scrum team in developing and modernizing enterprise SaaS applications. Guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, and foster collaboration across departments to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.