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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead residency and fellowship operations, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while fostering collaboration among faculty and residents. Drive recruitment, policy d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion campus-wide systems by ensuring their security, availability, and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT services with institutional goals, managing vendor relationships and le...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$237K - $333K *

Grow your career with a leadership role shaping legal strategy and department operations. Join us to mentor a team of attorneys while providing high-quality legal services across diverse public agency...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $108K *

Join a dynamic educational environment as you lead initiatives to enhance student achievement, foster a positive school culture, and support staff development. Collaborate with stakeholders to create...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the Disability and Access Office by providing strategic leadership, fostering inclusivity, mentoring staff, and collaborating across campus to enhance student success for individuals with di...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $195K *

Champion innovative instructional leadership by overseeing diverse programs, managing resources, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance curriculum and support student success in a...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives as a trusted advisor to the CEO, enhancing organizational effectiveness and fostering collaboration across functions. Lead operations with a focus on community-centered hea...

1 week ago

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

$86K *

Drive academic technology initiatives by managing student record systems, optimizing efficiency, and leading projects while collaborating with multiple departments to enhance registration processes. E...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the operations of a vein and vascular services practice, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff development. Oversee financial management, compliance, and performance metrics while fosterin...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Advance the efficiency of a dynamic law office by managing operations, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures while fostering a professional environment that supports attorne...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in shaping the curriculum and student experience in a dynamic PA Program. Engage in teaching, mentorship, and uphold accreditation standards while fostering partnerships for clinical p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower faculty success and graduate education through strategic leadership, collaboration, and innovation. Drive academic quality, curriculum development, and faculty recruitment while fostering a cu...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Advance legal education by directing externship programs, teaching practicum courses, and mentoring students. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to enhance practical training and ensure c...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform legal education by directing externship programs, teaching practicum courses, and mentoring students. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to enhance practical training and ensure...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive patient care excellence as a Case Manager Manager. Oversee complex patient management, enhance care coordination, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes and effe...

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading and shaping surgical patient care excellence. Drive operational success and strategic initiatives while fostering team development within a dynamic medical environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Support academic operations by leading projects, managing resources, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and improve faculty success through effective oversight...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Champion the future of student systems operations by leading a dynamic team through the Workday Student ERP implementation, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and process optimization across educati...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $137K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical and administrative operations in a dynamic Emergency Department. Oversee patient care, resource allocation, and staff development while ensuring compliance and per...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $137K *

Oversee nursing operations in the Emergency Department, ensuring excellent patient care, effective resource allocation, and staff development while driving compliance and continuous improvement in cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $300K *

Elevate emergency care by leading departmental operations, establishing policies, and ensuring high standards for patient treatment. Collaborate with team members to drive continuous quality improveme...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing institutional loan programs and financial aid operations. Oversee compliance, scholarship administration, and student support initiatives while collaborating with various d...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $135K *

Collaborate to design a centralized operations portfolio management framework, ensuring alignment across product delivery and operational initiatives. Lead strategic planning to drive efficiency and t...

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3 weeks ago

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

$178K - $216K *

Elevate educational access by leading dual enrollment programs and partnerships. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and collaborate with K-12 districts to enhance student success and enrollm...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing public scholarship and cultural organizing by overseeing a national initiative that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, while advocating for...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.