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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$85K *

Transform educational leadership by supporting the principal in managing school operations, enhancing instructional quality, and fostering a positive learning environment while ensuring effective stud...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the delivery of high-quality medical care for diverse patient populations, managing acute and chronic conditions. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure effectiv...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead patient care initiatives within a dynamic Primary Care team, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Engage in educational programs and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive patient care excellence as a PACT Physician Assistant, engaging in quality assurance, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the health outcomes of veterans in a dynamic prima...

6 days ago

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

$156K - $195K *

Transform the employee experience by driving performance management, leadership development, and training initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to ensure effective systems are in place for growth a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmacy education by overseeing the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience program, mentoring students, and enhancing clinical services in the San Jose region...

Today

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a dedicated team in Primary Care, providing comprehensive patient care and participating in quality assurance initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance service delivery an...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Department of Agriculture by providing strategic direction, fostering innovation, and enhancing student success through effective management and collaboration with faculty and stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Support the daily operations of Facilities and Clinical Engineering, managing a skilled team to ensure compliance with safety regulations and efficient maintenance of hospital systems. Drive projects...

Today

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

$103K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the academic success of Homebound students. Collaborate with educators and healthcare professionals to provide essential support and training, ensuring a seam...

2 weeks ago

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

$117K - $132K *

Deliver strategic direction for resident well-being programs, ensuring quality and consistency in service delivery across diverse teams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance housing models and impro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading operations and materials management, optimizing logistics, and enhancing service contracts. Develop strategic goals while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care through advanced perfusion techniques. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal outcomes in high-stress environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Shape the future of compensation strategy by leading classification and pay programs for a diverse workforce, ensuring equitable and timely decisions while advising senior leadership and managing a hi...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the academic landscape as Dean of the Honors College, leading innovative programs that enhance student achievement and research while fostering a collaborative environment across the univers...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of facilities management across multi-family properties, leading a dedicated maintenance team to ensure excellence in operations, training, and vendor relations while driving continuous...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Empower the U.S. benefits landscape by managing health, retirement, and recognition programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, enhance employee experience, and drive continuous impr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Champion the art of directing by leading a prestigious MFA program, mentoring students, teaching core seminars, and overseeing productions while collaborating with faculty to enhance the curriculum an...

5 days ago

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

$77K - $87K *

Oversee academic and administrative leadership in Political Science and Philosophy, ensuring excellence in teaching and student success while managing departmental operations and collaborating with fa...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Inspire and shape clinical excellence as you lead ABA teams, ensuring integrity, developing leaders, and enhancing client outcomes through strategic oversight and collaboration in a supportive environ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Drive excellence in surgical care by leading clinical operations, ensuring integrated patient-focused services, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance outcomes and efficiency within the Su...

Today

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

$83K - $104K *

Empower communities by providing comprehensive outpatient care as a Family Medicine Physician. Join a dedicated team focused on health equity, preventive medicine, and whole-person wellness for unders...

Yesterday

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

$87K - $162K *

Transform healthcare delivery by managing clinical staff, enhancing quality initiatives, and fostering professional development across multiple practices. Collaborate with teams to standardize workflo...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $162K *

Elevate the quality of patient care by leading nursing teams and enhancing clinical practices across multiple facilities. Collaborate with physicians and management to drive initiatives that promote n...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of intuitive interfaces for Kubernetes infrastructure, collaborating with engineers to build responsive UI that simplifies complexity for developers and small teams managing produc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.