Explore Academia jobs


Academia is a challenging but rewarding field offering a unique blend of intellectual pursuits, research, and teaching. If you're passionate about knowledge and contributing to the advancement of your discipline, a career in academia could be the perfect fit. This guide will walk you through the ins and outs of searching for academic jobs.

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Salaries in academia vary greatly depending on the institution, rank, discipline, and location. Here's a general range:

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A career in academia requires dedication, hard work, and a love for learning. By carefully preparing your applications, mastering the necessary skills, and networking effectively, you can increase your chances of success in this challenging but fulfilling field. Remember, each position is unique, so tailoring your application to each specific opportunity is crucial for making a strong impression. Good luck on your academic journey!

With a total of 220+ jobs, this job search emphasizes a variety of academia positions available across the US, including Eugene, OR, College Park, MD, Cincinnati, OH, San Diego, CA, West Lafayette, IN, Hanover, NH, Pasadena, CA, Baltimore, MD and Norman, OK.

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 Eugene, OR 54
2 College Park, MD 48
3 Cincinnati, OH 28
4 San Diego, CA 22
5 West Lafayette, IN 16
6 Hanover, NH 16
7 Pasadena, CA 16
8 Baltimore, MD 14
9 Norman, OK 6

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 Oregon 55
2 University of Maryland 48
3 University of Cincinnati 28
4 University of California 24
5 Dartmouth College 16
6 California Institute of Technology 16
7 Purdue University 16
8 Johns Hopkins University 14
9 University of Oklahoma 6
10 Mohammed VI Polytechnic University 5

The roles span several disciplines, including Academic (226 jobs), Academics (18 jobs), Faculty (14 jobs), Statistics (5 jobs), Social and Behavioral Science (3 jobs), Art and Social Sciences (2 jobs), Economics (2 jobs), Humanities (2 jobs), Cancer Research (1 jobs), and Bioinformatics (3 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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Adjunct Assistant Professor, Chemistry, UC Blue Ash College (Cincinnati, OH, US)

University of Cincinnati
Jul 01 - Cincinnati, OH

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Research Assistant Professor in Carbohydrate Chemistry (West Lafayette, IN, US)

Purdue University
Jul 01 - West Lafayette, IN

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Assistant Professor

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 01 - College Park, MD

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Assistant Clinical Professor/Associate Clinical Professor/Clinical Professor

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 01 - College Park, MD

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Assistant Professor / Associate Professor

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 01 - College Park, MD

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Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor

University of Maryland, College Park
Jul 01 - College Park, MD


Life Sciences
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Assistant Professor

Marshall University
Jun 06 - USA


Faculty
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Assistant Professor

Univerity of Maryland (IHV)
Jun 27 - Baltimore, MD

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MSN - Assistant Professor in Molecular Dynamics (MD) Simulation of Materials

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jun 30 - Benguerir,

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MSN- Assistant Professor in Materials Science for Energy – Experimental and DFT Calculations

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jun 30 - Benguerir,

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MSN - Assistant Professor in Chemical Thermodynamics

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jun 30 - Benguerir,

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MSN-Assistant Professor in Process Simulation, Life Cycle Assessment, and Life Cycle Costing

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jun 30 - Benguerir,

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Professor of Cutaneous Biology

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine
Jun 27 - Singapore,


Engineering
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Assistant Professor

Tennessee Technological University (Tennessee Tech)
Jun 26 - USA


Academics
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Assistant Professor, Marketing, Tenure Track

University of Delaware
Jun 28 - Newark, DE

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Assistant Field Hockey Coach

Husson University
Jun 29 - Maine

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Assistant/Associate Vice President for Research Business Operations

University of Oregon
Jun 27 - Eugene, OR

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Executive Director, Advancement

Northeastern University
Jun 30 - Massachusetts

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Instrument Control Mechanic*

University of Delaware
Jun 28 - Newark, DE

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Director, Center for Leadership

Hope College
Jun 17 - Holland, MI


Social And Behavioral Science
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Environmental Law Professor (Assistant or Associate Professor Tenure-Track)

Georgia State University
Jun 30 - Atlanta, GA

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Assistant Teaching Professor, Psychology

Northeastern University
Jun 30 - Massachusetts


Economics
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Assistant Professor of Accounting

Bowie State University
Jun 26 - USA

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Assistant Professor, Applied Microeconometrics

Indiana University (IU)
Jun 25 - USA


Statistics
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Assistant or Associate Professor in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

University of Kentucky (UK)
Jun 26 - USA

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Assistant Professor of Semantics and Computational Linguistics

University of Florida (UF)
Jun 27 - USA

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Assistant Research Professor - Bioinformatics Analyst

Auburn University (AU)
Jun 27 - USA

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Statistics

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T)
Jun 26 - USA

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Assistant Professor of Statistics

Macalester College, Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science
Jul 01 - USA


Art And Social Sciences
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Assistant/Associate Professor - Clinical Psychology

University of the District of Columbia (UDC)
Jun 28 - USA


Bioinformatics
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Faculty Position, Associate or Full Professor, Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC)

Houston Methodist
Jun 16 - Houston, TX


Cancer Research
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Faculty Position, Associate or Full Professor, Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC)

Houston Methodist
Jun 16 - Houston, TX


Humanities
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Foreign Language Teacher - Chinese Mandarin (Assistant Professor)

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC)
Jul 01 - Presidio of Monterey, CA

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Adjunct Professor – School of Religion

Hampton University
Jul 01 - Hampton, VA



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