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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading a comprehensive program that ensures integrity and adherence to regulations. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of accountability and proactive ris...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading a comprehensive program that ensures adherence to regulations and fosters a culture of accountability. Collaborate with leadership to mitigate risks and enhanc...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead and enhance the compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of accountability and transparency across the organization...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the enterprise-wide compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of accountability. Oversee compliance operations, audits, and policy governance while collaborati...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in advancing civic education through innovative programs and partnerships, fostering a deep understanding of Western traditions and civic virtues to cultivate articulate, self-governin...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing patient care operations, leading a dedicated team, and fostering a high-quality, patient-centered environment while ensuring compliance and promoting effective practice...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape high-quality patient care by managing operations and leading team members in a patient care unit, fostering an environment of professionalism and compassionate care while ensuring compliance wit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Transform lives by leading enhanced nursing residential programs, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and fostering team collaboration to achieve clinical excellence and operational success in a co...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing financial management across multiple departments, enhancing clinical, educational, and research missions within a complex academic medical center. Lead initi...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Lead financial strategy and operations, ensuring fiscal health and sustainability across multiple campuses. Collaborate with leadership to drive performance, enhance profitability, and support educati...

Today

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic evolution of a mission-critical K-12 Student Information System portfolio, ensuring reliability and compliance while driving innovation and customer value acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$62K - $97K *

Tackle public education initiatives as you lead programs enhancing civic understanding of the judiciary. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while managing outreach and research projects that streng...

Reposted yesterday

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

$108K - $147K *

Support the daily operations of a multi-site healthcare program, managing diverse teams and optimizing performance to enhance patient care and satisfaction. Collaborate with leadership to implement in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of social work education by leading faculty development, mentoring, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with university partners to enhance faculty success and advance research, te...

2 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance clinical, research, and educational excellence through strategic oversight, process improvements, and collaborative leadership in a large, multifaceted department...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Innovate scalable AI infrastructure for agent orchestration, shaping core architecture and engineering practices while mentoring a growing team in a dynamic environment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $220K *

Shape innovative AI solutions for hospitality by developing full-stack components that enhance guest interactions, streamline workflows, and ensure system reliability while collaborating with a dynami...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $250K *

Elevate the future of AI by designing scalable infrastructure for agent orchestration. In this senior role, you'll guide architecture, mentor engineers, and shape the platform's technical strategy for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading outpatient practice operations, enhancing patient satisfaction, and driving financial growth. Collaborate with providers and administrators to ensure seamless...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to drive HR strategy, enhance talent development, and manage risk. This leadership role empowers you to influence organizational success and foster a thriving workplace culture in...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Champion the optimization of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing the overall employee experience. Collaborate with teams to manage benefits administration, audits, and commun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $98K *

Accelerate student success by leading the development of integrated advising and career pathways. This pivotal role focuses on fostering a collaborative environment, enhancing student support systems...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation in stem cell research by developing an externally funded program. Engage with a vibrant community and explore fundamental biology while contributing to teaching and shaping future r...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead data stewardship and analysis initiatives to enhance women's leadership research. Manage the HerDataTX platform, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while collaborating with partners to dri...

Today

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

$88K - $100K *

Transform student success and enrollment strategies by leading initiatives that enhance academic achievement, retention, and degree completion while fostering partnerships across departments and commu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.