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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$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...

United StatesRemote

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

$200K - $250K *

Reimagine women's health education as you lead residency training and clinical care. This role combines 85% clinical practice with 15% faculty responsibilities, fostering innovation in OB fellowship d...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing retirement plans, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee engagement through strategic recommendations and vendor management. Collaborate with leaders to drive innovat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in leadership and management of patient care operations, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance quality care delivery and support team development while ensuring compliance with healt...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering law students while leading a vital Tax Dispute Resolution Clinic. Oversee operations, provide legal training, and advocate for low-income taxpayers in a coll...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing a Tax Dispute Resolution Clinic, overseeing operations, training law students, and advocating for low-income taxpayers while ensuring compliance with IRS LITC program requi...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance patient access to biologic treatments. Collaborate with stakeholders, resolve access challenges, and support accounts in delivering optimal care for patients with dermat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $170K *

Drive patient access and support for biologic treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to resolve access challenges, educate stakeholders, and enhance patient experien...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient access to biologic treatments. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve access challenges and optimize patient experiences while supporting strategic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $110K *

Shape the future of academic excellence by guiding recruitment and support for faculty. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality in academic appointments, fostering a culture of...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$136K - $204K *

Innovate customer experiences by leading product-led growth initiatives that enhance onboarding, activation, and retention. Collaborate across teams to drive measurable business impact and simplify cu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Drive excellence in anesthesiology by providing clinical leadership, enhancing patient care, and overseeing educational initiatives. Collaborate with medical staff to ensure quality and safety while m...

Today

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform compliance initiatives by leading strategic planning, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering ethical practices across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance com...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Empower the Academic Flourishing Initiative by developing strategies, engaging institutions, and overseeing operations to enhance human flourishing in higher education. Collaborate with leaders to dri...

4 days ago

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

$176K - $294K *

Transform patient outcomes by leading medical strategies in dermatology, fostering key relationships across healthcare communities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate the impact...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $230K *

Transform community engagement by leading multi-disciplinary projects that drive infrastructure growth and foster partnerships. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team to manage impactful community development projects that drive growth and partnerships across diverse sectors and geographies, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and c...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $240K *

Advance healthcare delivery by leading a dynamic Care Coordination team, ensuring compliance with regulations, optimizing resource utilization, and enhancing patient care through strategic planning an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.