Explore Lecturer Jobs

Lecturers teach and guide students in colleges, universities, and other higher education settings. They develop course materials, lead lectures and discussions, assess student work, and help learners build knowledge in a particular subject. Browse lecturer opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Lecturer Do?

Lecturer responsibilities vary by institution and discipline. Common duties include planning lessons, delivering lectures, facilitating seminars, creating assignments, grading coursework, and providing feedback or academic support. Some lecturers also contribute to curriculum development, research, departmental service, or online learning programs.

Common Lecturer Specialties

Lecturers may teach in fields such as business, engineering, computer science, health, law, humanities, and the sciences. Job titles and scope can differ across institutions: some positions focus primarily on teaching, while others combine instruction with research or program leadership.

Qualifications for Lecturer Jobs

Requirements depend on the subject, seniority, and employer. Many lecturer positions call for a graduate degree in the relevant field, and some require a doctorate, professional credentials, teaching experience, or a record of scholarly work. Strong communication, organization, and subject-matter expertise are valuable across disciplines.

Lecturer Salary and Career Opportunities

Pay varies based on institution, location, discipline, experience, and appointment type. Seniority, specialized expertise, and leadership responsibilities may influence compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore higher-paying lecturer and related academic roles.

Find Lecturer Jobs on Ladders

Search lecturer openings by location, specialty, and experience level to find roles that fit your career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and appointment terms, then tailor your application to the institution and subject area.

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$112K - $168K *

Grow your career with a leading CPA advisory firm, delivering tax and business advisory services to small businesses. Collaborate with leadership, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $154K *

Champion the growth of small businesses by delivering expert tax and advisory services. Collaborate with leadership, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships while driving efficiency and complia...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $168K *

Advance your career by delivering tax and advisory services to small businesses. Collaborate with leadership, mentor staff, and drive client success while enjoying flexibility and growth opportunities...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $161K *

Empower small businesses by delivering expert tax and advisory services. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client relationships and mentor staff, driving both personal and team growth in a dynami...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Elevate client relationships by driving retention and growth for top education operators. Own NRR and cross-sell initiatives across a diverse portfolio, ensuring high-touch service and strategic consu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to elevate relationships with top education creators and operators. Own NRR and drive growth through cross-selling payments, ads, and more across a portfolio of ~100 high-status accounts. Your...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $168K *

Transform audio marketing by owning and strategizing a dynamic channel. Drive partnerships and optimize results through innovative testing and brand alignment while collaborating with teams to achieve...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$50K - $120K *

Drive innovative solutions for complex valuation and finance challenges. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to support a diverse client base with thorough analyses, research, and reporting, whi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $96K *

Transform your career by managing engineering program fees and supporting student organizations. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance, enhance operations, and drive continuous improveme...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Elevate the training experience by leading hands-on sessions for healthcare staff, ensuring they are well-prepared and confident in their clinical skills while adapting to diverse learning needs and p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Drive the strategic direction of Contracting and Purchasing Services, overseeing operations, policy implementation, and vendor negotiations to enhance efficiency and compliance across university procu...

1 week ago

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

$147K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical operations and fostering excellence in patient care. As a key manager, you'll drive staff development, enhance patient experiences, and ensure compliance with heal...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategic direction of Creator Command Centers, ensuring mission-driven organizations effectively engage their audiences through innovative narrative strategies and creator-led initiatives...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion the strategic direction of Creator Command Centers, ensuring mission-driven organizations effectively engage their audiences through innovative narrative strategies and creator-led initiative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$71K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering critical thinking and student success through innovative Philosophy courses. Engage with a diverse student body and contribute to a vibrant academic community...

6 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of climate finance by leading economic strategies and financial frameworks to support developing countries in addressing loss and damage from climate change, ensur...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $185K *

Champion the creative and editorial vision for a leading video show, driving audience growth and managing a talented production team. Collaborate with hosts and stakeholders to deliver impactful conve...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of audio by developing cutting-edge embedded solutions for consumer devices. You'll engage with various technical aspects, from system integration to firmware opt...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence as a Nurse Manager, enhancing patient care and coordinating administrative tasks within a dynamic healthcare setting, while collaborating with clinical teams to ensure eff...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Lead the planning and execution of residential construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality outcomes for Columbia's housing portf...

1 week ago

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

$147K - $187K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care by managing clinical operations, fostering staff development, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while enhancing patient experienc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial leadership in higher education. Drive strategic financial planning, enhance operational efficiency, and support institutional growth while collaborat...

4 days ago

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

$160K - $165K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing Quality Improvement projects, collaborating with healthcare providers, and analyzing clinical practices to enhance patient outcomes and implement best practi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $278K *

Transform sales workflows by leading AI-driven product strategies that enhance planning, pipeline management, and forecasting. Collaborate cross-functionally to automate processes and improve data qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Champion innovative audience engagement strategies through cutting-edge video production, managing social media, and analyzing metrics to expand reach and deepen connections with New Yorkers...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a lecturer do?question toggle

    A lecturer teaches students in higher education, prepares course materials, delivers lectures or seminars, assesses coursework, and provides feedback. Some roles also include curriculum development, research, or departmental service.

  • What qualifications are needed for lecturer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by institution and subject. Many roles require a relevant graduate degree; some require a doctorate, professional credentials, teaching experience, or a record of research or scholarship.

  • How much do lecturers earn?question toggle

    Lecturer salaries vary by institution, location, discipline, experience, and appointment type. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible academic opportunities.

  • Are lecturer jobs different from professor jobs?question toggle

    The distinction depends on the institution. Lecturer roles often emphasize teaching, while professor positions may include a broader mix of teaching, research, and service. Titles and responsibilities vary, so review each job description carefully.

  • Where can I find lecturer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Filter listings by location and relevant experience, and review each posting for compensation and qualifications.