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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$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with impactful leadership in a clinical setting, overseeing operations, staff management, performance evaluations, and patient care strategies to deliver exceptional care and comply w...

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

$110K - $132K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial aid, delivering strategic leadership and compliance oversight while enhancing access to education. Drive operational excellence and champion student...

3 weeks ago

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

$171K - $207K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive financial services for the District, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and accounting operations while providing expert guidance to management and the Board...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by leading a nursing home facility, ensuring high-quality care, financial success, and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with department heads to foster a positive enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $121K *

Lead college-wide initiatives to enhance undergraduate student success, retention, and academic advising. Collaborate with departments to implement data-driven strategies and improve student outcomes...

1 week ago

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

$84K - $97K *

Transform healthcare partnerships by enhancing practice performance in value-based care. Collaborate with physicians and managers to drive quality, reduce costs, and improve patient satisfaction throu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $178K *

Drive financial excellence by leading the Accounting team, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to support growth and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$58K - $104K *

Join our team to manage graduate programs, providing vital academic and administrative support. Collaborate with faculty, oversee funding, and enhance recruitment strategies while advising a diverse s...

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

$175K - $210K *

Champion comprehensive primary care for Veterans, managing clinical evaluations and coordinating care in outpatient settings. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality service delivery while adhering t...

6 days ago

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

$122K - $130K *

Support financial operations in a leading academic department, ensuring robust fiscal policies, advising stakeholders, and managing substantial budgets. Collaborate closely to drive strategic financia...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$122K - $130K *

Develop strategic financial operations ensuring robust financial controls while advising on budget management and complex fiscal matters, overseeing an annual budget of $43M, and collaborating with st...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate institutional effectiveness by serving as a strategic advisor and operational leader, coordinating initiatives, fostering collaboration, and enhancing stakeholder relations to advance organiza...

1 week ago

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

$77K - $105K *

Manage the planning and construction of facilities, overseeing project budgets and compliance. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders, ensuring adherence to codes and standards to enhance campus infra...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $130K *

Advance business operations by overseeing project management and staff, optimizing clinical care delivery, and driving process improvements to enhance performance and cost efficiency in a dynamic heal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing business operations and project management. Drive performance improvements, optimize reporting, and enhance clinical outcomes in a fast-paced environment w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Help us provide essential primary care to veterans, managing diverse health needs while adhering to clinical guidelines. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a suppo...

1 week ago

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

$61K - $129K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful education by providing comprehensive classroom instruction and essential support to a diverse student body, ensuring academic and vocational success within an e...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee patient-centered care, ensuring quality outcomes and compliance while fostering collaboration and accountability across departments. Drive strategic initiatives to enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing research data acquisition and compliance, overseeing vendor relationships and contract negotiations. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to ensure efficient data gove...

2 days ago

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

$188K - $274K *

Accelerate progress at a leading UX design role, collaborating across teams to create exceptional user experiences for innovative Pixel devices while mentoring talent and shaping design strategies fro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform dental care by performing a full range of procedures, ensuring quality treatment for various dental conditions while working in a collaborative environment focused on patient health and well...

3 weeks ago

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

$139K - $167K *

Redefine operational excellence by supervising evening and weekend custodial and facility teams. Ensure quality standards, manage facility permits, and respond to emergencies across multiple sites, en...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $210K *

Join a team that's pioneering cybersecurity by leading Trust & Compliance programs. You'll oversee audits, set strategic direction for security policies, and drive risk mitigation while mentoring anal...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Join a team that empowers cybersecurity excellence through trust and compliance programs. Drive strategic initiatives in audits, policy development, and automation while cultivating team talent and ma...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer strategic financial and operational leadership, driving excellence in budgeting, personnel administration, and compliance. Collaborate with senior leaders to align resources with institutional...

2 weeks ago

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

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.