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 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.
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.
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.
$175K - $206K *
Empower the student experience by leading outreach, recruitment, and support services, ensuring compliance and equitable outcomes for a diverse student body while fostering strategic partnerships and...
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Department Head, Autonomy and Emerging Technology (FACULTY)
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's pioneering advancements in autonomy and emerging technologies for unmanned systems. Lead innovative projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and drive research in undersea capabili...
2 weeks ago
Department Head, Autonomy and Emerging Technology (FACULTY)
$125K - $150K *
Champion innovation in autonomy and emerging technologies for unmanned systems. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage resources, and drive advancements in undersea capabilities while collaborating with...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Oversee and enhance patient care delivery while managing departmental operations. Lead nursing personnel development, ensure satisfaction scores meet standards, and drive initiatives for quality impro...
1 week ago
Nursing Student Success Coordinator
$76K - $87K *
Support student success by managing the Nursing Enrichment and Tutoring Center. Coordinate tutoring scheduling, assist at-risk students, and oversee academic enrichment activities to enhance nursing e...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Admissions and Finance Systems
$85K - $90K *
Shape the future of admissions and finance systems by owning application processes, automating billing, and enhancing reporting. Collaborate with multiple departments to deliver reliable solutions tha...
4 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead a dynamic nursing team in enhancing patient care through effective management, collaboration, and strategic planning. Drive operational excellence while fostering a supportive environment for sta...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Champion patient care by managing a dynamic nursing team, enhancing clinical operations, and driving quality standards while fostering collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals and supporting...
2 weeks ago
Physician - Hospitalist Section Chief
$210K - $250K *
Oversee the delivery of high-quality inpatient medical care, ensuring compliance with standards while leading a team of healthcare professionals. Engage in patient treatment, education, and administra...
6 days ago
$80K - $90K *
Elevate organizational impact by crafting and executing a dynamic communications strategy. Collaborate with leadership to enhance outreach, engage audiences, and amplify messaging across various platf...
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Chair, Department of Family Medicine & Community Health
$250K - $300K *
Lead and innovate as a visionary in Family and Community Medicine, enhancing clinical, research, and educational initiatives while fostering partnerships and mentoring within a dynamic healthcare envi...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Oversee and manage all laboratory operations, ensuring compliance, quality control, and efficient workflow while leading a team to achieve strategic goals and maintain safety standards in a dynamic en...
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Director of Special Programs, Admissions
$100K - $120K *
Transform student access and enrollment through strategic leadership and innovative programming, fostering collaboration across departments while utilizing data-informed decision-making to enhance adm...
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$82K - $115K *
Transform the academic landscape by leading faculty development and student engagement. Drive excellence in teaching and support strategies while managing faculty performance and fostering a collabora...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through leadership and collaboration. Oversee nursing operations, support staff development, and ensure high-quality service delivery in a growin...
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Associate Dean, School of Nursing
$139K - $165K *
Drive the success and quality of the School of Nursing through leadership in academic program development, accreditation compliance, and healthcare partnerships, while fostering an environment support...
3 weeks ago
$96K - $115K *
Optimize HRIS operations by managing Workday systems, ensuring data integrity, and enhancing cross-departmental collaboration. Lead system upgrades, support payroll alignment, and develop custom repor...
5 days ago
Manager, Research Operations, Academic Affairs
$88K - $105K *
Empower the research enterprise by ensuring operational excellence, enhancing communication, and managing complex administrative processes within an academic health system. Collaborate with leaders to...
3 weeks ago
Director, Aviation Maintenance Training
$80K - $95K *
Join us to lead the Aviation Maintenance Training program, enhancing outreach, marketing, and educational funding while collaborating with students and industry partners to drive enrollment and progra...
2 weeks ago
Academic Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Honors (D35)
$155K - $175K *
Drive academic excellence by leading undergraduate studies and honors programs, ensuring curriculum integrity and student success through collaboration, innovative strategies, and data-driven decision...
2 weeks ago
Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
$90K *
Drive institutional effectiveness and strategic planning while overseeing accreditation processes. Lead data analysis, collaborate with leadership, and enhance programs to support student success and...
3 weeks ago
$120K *
Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership and oversight for diverse business programs, fostering collaboration among faculty and staff to enhance student success and ensure high-quality educa...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion research initiatives by coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, while enhancing faculty output and managing funding opportunities for collaborative proje...
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Executive Director, Student Success and Retention
$104K - $141K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student success and retention. Lead strategic initiatives, manage diverse support services, and drive equitable outcomes for a vibrant student population whil...
2 weeks ago
Riccio Endowed Chair - Biomedical Engineering
$177K - $288K *
Join us to lead innovative research and teaching in Biomedical Engineering. Drive interdisciplinary collaborations, enhance departmental visibility, and mentor the next generation of engineers while s...
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What types of faculty jobs can I find?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Consider the academic discipline, institution, location, salary, appointment type, teaching load, research expectations, required credentials, and opportunities for advancement.