Assistant Professor Jobs
Assistant Professor jobs are open across higher education, research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges, at every level from tenure-track to visiting and clinical, with specializations in STEM disciplines, humanities, and professional fields such as nursing and business. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who's Hiring
- UT Southwestern Medical Center157
- University of Arkansas75
- University Of Washington75
- California State University75
- Baylor College of Medicine72
Top Industries Hiring
- Education826
- Healthcare & Medical Services46
- Science & Research36
- Technology & Software16
- Investment & Asset Management16
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or creative works
- Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Ability to teach core and elective courses within the department's curriculum
- Record of or potential for external grant funding in the field
- Commitment to mentorship, service, and departmental citizenship activities
Tips for Your Assistant Professor Job Search
Tailor your teaching statement to each institution
Research departments read teaching statements closely and expect them to reflect the institution's student population and mission. A research university wants pedagogical innovation tied to scholarship, while a community college prioritizes accessibility and student success outcomes. Generic statements get screened out fast.
Lead your CV with publications and grants
Hiring committees scan academic CVs differently than recruiters scan resumes. Put peer-reviewed publications, funded grants, and conference presentations near the top, before teaching experience. If your publication list is thin, list manuscripts under review to show an active research pipeline.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your field and institution type and apply directly to each listing.
Request letters before the first posting closes
Most assistant professor applications require three or more reference letters submitted through institutional portals on the same deadline as your materials. Contact letter writers at the start of your search cycle, not after you find a specific opening, to avoid asking recommenders to turn around letters in under a week.
Prepare a job talk with a non-specialist audience in mind
Your job talk is evaluated by the full faculty, not just your subspecialty. Structure the first ten minutes so a colleague outside your field understands your research question and why it matters, then move into methodology. Committees flag candidates whose talks are inaccessible to the broader department.
Negotiate startup packages before you sign
Once you receive an offer, ask about research startup funds, lab setup costs, course releases in your first year, and moving allowances before accepting. These items are often negotiable at the point of offer and rarely revisited after your contract is signed.
Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professors?
The companies hiring the most assistant professors right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Arkansas, and University Of Washington, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Openings are concentrated at research universities and regional institutions with growing undergraduate enrollment.
How many assistant professor jobs are remote?
About 25% of assistant professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with online and distance-education programs accounting for the largest share of those roles. Clinical, laboratory, studio, and most traditional tenure-track positions require on-campus presence, so fully remote opportunities remain a small fraction of the overall market.
How do you become an assistant professor?
You become an assistant professor by completing a doctoral or terminal degree in your field, building a research or creative portfolio during your graduate training, and applying to tenure-track or non-tenure-track openings through institutional job postings. Most candidates also complete a postdoctoral fellowship or visiting appointment to strengthen their publication record and teaching experience before landing a permanent position.
Can you get hired as an assistant professor with little or no full-time teaching experience?
Yes, many tenure-track searches accept candidates who have only taught as graduate instructors or teaching assistants. Committees evaluate the quality and range of courses you have led, your student evaluations if available, and the strength of your teaching philosophy statement. Visiting and lecturer positions are also a common entry point that builds your record before you compete for permanent roles.
What does the assistant professor interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a short screening call or video interview with a search committee, followed by an on-campus visit for finalists. The campus visit usually includes a public job talk presenting your research, a separate teaching demonstration, one-on-one meetings with faculty and administrators, and a session with graduate students. The full process from application deadline to offer can take several months.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your discipline, institution type, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing.
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