Explore Professor Jobs

Find professor jobs that match your academic expertise, teaching interests, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including select faculty and academic leadership roles at colleges and universities.

What Professors Do

Professors teach courses, advise students, develop curricula, and contribute to their fields through research, scholarship, or creative work. Depending on the institution and discipline, the role may also involve publishing, securing research funding, serving on committees, and participating in department or university initiatives.

Common Professor Titles

Academic job titles vary by institution and career stage. Searches may include assistant professor, associate professor, full professor, clinical professor, research professor, and professor of practice. Related leadership opportunities may include department chair or program director.

Qualifications and Career Paths

Many tenure-track professor roles require a doctoral degree in the relevant field, along with a record of research or other scholarly achievement. Requirements differ: some teaching-focused, clinical, professional-practice, and arts positions may prioritize advanced professional experience, specialized credentials, or demonstrated teaching expertise. Review each listing for its specific degree, experience, and appointment requirements.

Find a Professor Role That Fits

Compare opportunities by discipline, institution, location, appointment type, and compensation. Use Ladders to explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more and identify professor positions aligned with your experience and next career move. Salary and hiring requirements vary by employer and role.

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Pioneer operational excellence in Design leadership, managing workflows, prioritizing projects, and developing talent. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Design integration in AI-driven product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Elevate client success by leading high-stakes projects and cultivating strong relationships while driving innovative solutions and business growth in a dynamic consulting environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $321K *

Join a dynamic team to provide strategic legal counsel on diagnostics and medical devices, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and commercial strategies while collaborating across business units...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $250K *

Innovate with us to enhance patient safety in global clinical studies. As a key medical expert, you'll provide critical input, oversee trial safety, and collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $103K *

Drive success in regulatory affairs by preparing critical submissions for medical and diagnostic devices. Oversee compliance with U.S. and international regulations while collaborating with cross-func...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver high-quality SaaS products. Lead technical direction, enhance system architecture, and foster collaboration across teams to drive user-centric solutio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$148K - $237K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$197K - $230K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Support clinical studies by assisting teams with tasks like medical monitoring and protocol management. Collaborate across functions and engage with stakeholders to ensure successful trial outcomes wh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$282K - $444K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion a transformative product vision, leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic outcomes in a dynamic digital health environment. Shape the future of patient care and client experience whi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding market presence for antibody discovery solutions in Western North America. Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth while ensuring exceptional client relations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate growth design by architecting end-to-end acquisition funnels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored interactive tools and advertorials that drive conversion through strate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$209K - $275K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$162K - $228K *

Transform the Ad Tech landscape by leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and execution of complex technology portfolios, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer impactful legal operations and compliance practices that enhance team efficiency. Oversee systems, processes, and compliance initiatives that support a dynamic, fast-growing global business en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a professor do?question toggle

    Professors teach and advise students while contributing to their academic discipline through research, scholarship, clinical work, or creative practice. They may also develop courses, publish, seek funding, and take on departmental service.

  • What qualifications are typically required for professor jobs?question toggle

    Many tenure-track roles require a PhD or other doctorate in the relevant field. Requirements vary by discipline and institution; some positions emphasize professional experience, clinical credentials, teaching ability, or other specialized qualifications.

  • What are common professor job titles?question toggle

    Common titles include assistant professor, associate professor, full professor, clinical professor, research professor, and professor of practice. Titles and responsibilities differ among institutions.

  • How can I find professor jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse professor and related academic listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for salary details, location, discipline, and qualification requirements.

  • Are professor positions always tenure-track?question toggle

    No. Professor roles may be tenure-track, tenured, non-tenure-track, clinical, research-focused, visiting, or based on professional practice. The appointment type is specified by the hiring institution.