Mid Level Assistant Or Associate Professor Jobs
Mid level assistant or associate professor jobs go to academics ready to lead their own courses, mentor early-career colleagues, and contribute to departmental decisions without close oversight. Openings run across Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like University of Kentucky, George Mason University, and Virginia Commonwealth University hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Pediatrics
Requisition Number: DU14811
Department Name: 7H657:PEDIATRICS - GENERAL
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $1
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Part-Time
Required Education
MD, DO, or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Minimum of 3 years in residency in Pediatrics
Required License/Registration/Certification
Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky
Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion (such as typing); walking including pushing, pulling, and/or lifting up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs. The conditions of work may involve regular exposure to loud noises, intermittent exposure to blood borne/airborne pathogens and combative/violent people, and occasional exposure to cuts and punctures.
Shift
This position is on a per session pay basis.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is seeking a faculty member to provide Twilight Clinic coverage at KY Clinic South and the department of Pediatrics. This position will be responsible for providing clinical services in the clinic.
To apply, please include a CV along with application. Rank will be determined based on qualifications for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply: 09/01/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Pediatrics
Requisition Number: DU14811
Department Name: 7H657:PEDIATRICS - GENERAL
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $1
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Part-Time
Required Education
MD, DO, or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Minimum of 3 years in residency in Pediatrics
Required License/Registration/Certification
Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky
Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motion (such as typing); walking including pushing, pulling, and/or lifting up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs. The conditions of work may involve regular exposure to loud noises, intermittent exposure to blood borne/airborne pathogens and combative/violent people, and occasional exposure to cuts and punctures.
Shift
This position is on a per session pay basis.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is seeking a faculty member to provide Twilight Clinic coverage at KY Clinic South and the department of Pediatrics. This position will be responsible for providing clinical services in the clinic.
To apply, please include a CV along with application. Rank will be determined based on qualifications for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply: 09/01/2026
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Mid Level Assistant Or Associate Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level assistant or associate professor job?
Position yourself around independent contribution: a growing publication record, courses you have designed and delivered solo, and committee or service work you led rather than supported. Tailor your cover letter and teaching statement to show you can take ownership of a research agenda or curriculum area. Highlight peer recognition such as grants, awards, or invited talks that demonstrate your standing in the field.
Which companies hire mid level assistant or associate professors?
Companies hiring mid level assistant or associate professors right now include University of Kentucky, George Mason University, and Virginia Commonwealth University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring comes primarily from four-year colleges, research universities, and professional schools that need faculty who can carry a full independent workload.
Are there remote mid level assistant or associate professor jobs?
Yes, though most faculty roles still center on campus presence. About 11% of mid level assistant or associate professor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote positions found most often in online degree programs and continuing education divisions. Hybrid arrangements are more common at institutions that have expanded their distance-learning offerings in recent years.
How do I move up to a mid level assistant or associate professor role?
The path from entry-level instructor or postdoc to a mid level faculty position is built through consistent independent output: sole-authored or first-author publications, grant funding you initiated, and courses you designed from scratch. Institutions promoting to associate rank also look for demonstrated mentorship of graduate students and a visible service record within your department or professional association.
Which industries hire the most mid level assistant or associate professors?
Mid Level assistant or associate professor roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they house the research programs and degree offerings that require faculty with an established but still-growing independent scholarly identity.