Elevate your career with academia jobs


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.

Explore a wide array of positions across the US through this job search, featuring 1011+ jobs in places such as San Diego, CA, Eugene, OR, College Park, MD, Hanover, NH, Baltimore, MD, Pasadena, CA, Norman, OK, Cincinnati, OH and West Lafayette, IN.

The majority of positions are found in the West Coast, characterized by a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. This region provides various seasonal experiences and has a vibrant job market, particularly in technology, entertainment, and tourism.

# Key Locations Total
1 San Diego, CA 227
2 Eugene, OR 200
3 College Park, MD 128
4 Hanover, NH 105
5 Baltimore, MD 100
6 Pasadena, CA 81
7 Norman, OK 68
8 Cincinnati, OH 52
9 West Lafayette, IN 50

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 252
2 University of Oregon 200
3 University of Maryland 128
4 Dartmouth College 105
5 Johns Hopkins University 100
6 California Institute of Technology 81
7 University of Oklahoma 68
8 University of Cincinnati 52
9 Purdue University 50
10 Scor 16

The roles span several categories, including Academia (1164 jobs), Research (13 jobs), Education (3 jobs), Science (1 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.




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Post-doctoral Fellow

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Chemistry
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Mathematics
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Statistics
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Scor
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Cancer Research
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Earth, Environmental & Planetary Sciences; Interdisciplinary; Planetary Sciences
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Assistant Instructional Professor, Department of the Geophysical Sciences

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Economics
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Manager, Retrocession Administration

Scor
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Senior Manager, Technical Close

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Humanities
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Non-Tenure

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