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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$100K - $120K *

Contribute to advancing research in weather systems and extreme events, focusing on atmospheric dynamics and climate modeling. Engage in interdisciplinary studies, mentoring, and securing funding to e...

1 week ago

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

$106K *

Shape the future of real estate education by delivering engaging coursework, mentoring students, and leading program development. Collaborate with industry partners to enhance learning and ensure comp...

1 week ago

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

$132K - $165K *

Shape the future of the Division of Physical Therapy by leading faculty, overseeing DPT programs, managing resources, and fostering academic excellence in our expanding rehabilitation sciences initiat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading growth initiatives for a B2B legaltech platform. Collaborate with leadership to build a robust pipeline, expand customer reach, and shape the future of startup support thro...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $125K *

Transform employee relations by managing leave, accommodations, and benefits systems. You ensure every detail is documented, every case is tracked, and every interaction is handled with care, driving...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $101K *

Optimize the operational functions of a private practice, ensuring adherence to policies, enhancing efficiency, and managing staff training and finance reports to promote profitability and compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $101K *

Lead operational excellence in a dynamic healthcare practice, ensuring adherence to policies, enhancing staff efficiency, and managing financial reporting. Collaborate with teams to optimize patient c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $144K *

Oversee and enhance payroll operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all processes. Lead a dedicated team, implement automation, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize payroll syst...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $145K *

Oversee human resources initiatives that enhance personnel management, recruitment, and employee engagement, ensuring alignment with district goals and supporting student success through effective str...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading pediatric cardiac sonographers and managing the echocardiography lab, ensuring efficient patient care and compliance with standards while overseeing operations, training st...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $125K *

Deliver comprehensive legal administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth operations by managing client interactions, document processing, and scheduling while utilizing advanced technology and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical care and research for complex vascular anomalies. Engage in teaching, patient care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Play a pivotal role in advancing pediatric...

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $96K *

Transform the future of biomanufacturing by developing innovative training programs and courses. Collaborate with industry leaders and educational institutions to enhance workforce skills and ensure c...

2 weeks ago

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

$195K - $238K *

Accelerate campus success by leading operations, fostering collaboration, and enhancing student engagement. Drive academic excellence and community partnerships while ensuring a supportive environment...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing Respiratory Care operations, ensuring quality care delivery, managing personnel, and fostering education and improvement initiatives within a collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Elevate healthcare standards by managing nursing operations and staff performance. Foster collaboration to enhance patient care quality and experience, while ensuring compliance with regulations and p...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$156K - $234K *

Shape the future of medical staff governance by leading operational oversight and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance credentialing processes and ensure effective mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$143K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing personnel management and compliance. Oversee recruitment, classification studies, and personnel programs while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensu...

1 week ago

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

$143K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team to lead personnel programs, oversee recruitment, and ensure compliance with the Merit System. Drive strategic initiatives, conduct classification studies, and collaborate with stak...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in the Trauma Center. You'll perform assessments, assist in surgeries, and educate patients while collaborating with a skilled medica...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by evaluating and treating patients in a dynamic urgent care environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional patient care while enjoying professional growth a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team providing comprehensive evaluations and treatments for patients with disabilities and injuries. This role involves designing tailored treatment programs and collaborating with me...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping a dynamic workplace culture by partnering with leaders to develop effective people strategies that enhance employee engagement, performance management, and organizational de...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by integrating systems and designing for extreme environments. Lead research, teach diverse students, and foster collaboration in a dynamic academic setting...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize digital services delivery by leading strategic initiatives in portal management, identity access, and operational support to ensure alignment with institutional objectives and enhance user ex...

1 month 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.