Discover academia opportunities


Understanding the Landscape

Academia is a rewarding but competitive field. Positions range from teaching-focused roles to research-heavy ones, with a spectrum of responsibilities in between. Let's delve into the typical roles, requirements, and paths within this dynamic environment.

Common Roles and Responsibilities

Salary and Compensation

Salaries in academia can vary greatly based on rank, experience, institution type, and geographical location.

General Search Strategies

Skill and Degree Requirements

Tailoring Your Application

Preparing for Interviews

Career Path

Top Companies/Institutions

Note: This guide provides a general overview of the academic job market. It is important to conduct thorough research on specific disciplines and institutions to understand the specific requirements and opportunities within your area of interest.

This job search showcases numerous positions available throughout the US, with a total of 908+ jobs located in: San Diego, CA, Eugene, OR, College Park, MD, Hanover, NH, Pasadena, CA, Baltimore, MD, Norman, OK, West Lafayette, IN and La Jolla, CA.

In the West Coast, most jobs are found in a region characterized by a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. It offers numerous seasonal activities and a strong job market, particularly in technology, entertainment, and tourism.

# Key Locations Total
1 San Diego, CA 200
2 Eugene, OR 196
3 College Park, MD 124
4 Hanover, NH 102
5 Pasadena, CA 87
6 Baltimore, MD 75
7 Norman, OK 68
8 West Lafayette, IN 33
9 La Jolla, CA 23

This job search spans various federal agencies, private organizations, and universities across the United States, offering a wide range of positions.

# Key Employers Total
1 University of California 225
2 University of Oregon 196
3 University of Maryland 124
4 Dartmouth College 102
5 California Institute of Technology 87
6 Johns Hopkins University 75
7 University of Oklahoma 68
8 Purdue University 33
9 University of Cincinnati 18
10 Scor 16

The roles span several categories, including Academia (1065 jobs), Research (29 jobs), Education (5 jobs), Science (2 jobs), and ( jobs).

Overall, this job search presents diverse opportunities with varying salaries and location benefits, allowing you to choose the best fit for your career goals and lifestyle.




Recently Added Positions:

Academic
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Assistant Professor

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 06 - College Park, MD

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Post-Doctoral Associate

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 06 - College Park, MD

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Waitstaff

Dartmouth College
Jul 06 - Hanover, NH

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Counterworker

Dartmouth College
Jul 06 - Hanover, NH

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Class Scribe

Dartmouth College
Jul 06 - Hanover, NH

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Farm Hand

Dartmouth College
Jul 06 - Hanover, NH


Provosts
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Post-Doctoral Associate

University of Minnesota
Jul 03 - Minneapolis, MN


Life Sciences
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Post-Doctoral Associate

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (RU)
Jun 19 - USA


Engineering
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Assistant Professor

Tennessee Technological University (Tennessee Tech)
Jun 26 - USA


Genomics
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Postdoctoral fellow

University of Pennsylvania Department of Biomedical Sciences
Jun 13 - Philadelphia, PA

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CBS - Postdoctoral Research position

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
May 08 - Benguerir,


Biology
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Postdoctoral Fellow

LSU Health Sciences Cnter
Jun 18 - New Orleans, LA

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Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor at the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer

Tohoku University
Jun 03 - Japan


Neuroscience
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Postdoctoral fellow

University of California San Diego
Jun 05 - La Jolla, CA


Bioinformatics
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CBS - Postdoctoral Research position

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jul 03 - Benguerir,

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CBS - Postdoctoral Research position

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jul 03 - Benguerir,

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TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS INSTITUTE OF PLANT AND MICROBIAL BIOLOGY, ACADEMIA SINICA, TAIWAN

Institute of Plant and Microbial Biology, Academia Sinica
Jun 25 - Taipei,


Science And Technology
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Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor at the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer

Tohoku University
Jun 04 - Japan

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Postdoctoral Scholar

Florida Gulf Coast University
Jul 04 - Florida


Mathematics
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Postdoctoral Scholar

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)
Jun 26 - USA


Marketing
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Assistant Professor of Marketing

Yale University, School of Management
Jun 23 - USA


Cancer Research
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Postdoctoral scholar

University of California, SF
Jun 16 - San Francisco, CA


Economics
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AVP, Casualty Underwriter

Scor
Jun 07 - USA

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Analyst, Financial Reporting

Scor
Jun 07 - USA

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Manager, Retrocession Administration

Scor
Jul 01 - USA

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Senior Manager, Technical Close

Scor
Jun 07 - USA


Humanities
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AI Specialist

Columbia College of Missouri
Jul 04 - Columbia, MO

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Associate Lecturer, Writing

Curry College
Jul 03 - Massachusetts


Academics
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Adjunct - Nursing

Husson University
Jul 03 - Bangor, ME

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Director of IT Infrastructure (DOI-25)

Oakton College
Jul 02 - Des Plaines, IL

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Certified HVAC Technician*

University of Delaware
Jul 06 - Delaware

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Instrument Control Mechanic*

University of Delaware
Jul 06 - Delaware


Statistics
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Actuarial Intern

Scor
Jun 07 - USA

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Senior Internal Auditor

Scor
Jun 18 - USA

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Actuary, Financial Development

Scor
Jun 07 - USA

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Bioinformatics Scientist/Engineer

Profluent
Jun 07 - USA



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