Assistant Professor Jobs in Nebraska
Assistant Professor jobs in Nebraska are open across Omaha, Kearney, and Lincoln and other Nebraska metros, with employers like Creighton University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, and University of Nebraska hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor - Philosophy
Department: Philosophy
Essential Functions
The University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for a one-year appointment to begin August 17, 2026. This position may be renewable. Four courses per semester (eight courses per academic year) with opportunity for upper-level undergraduate teaching. AOS: Open but must demonstrate a strong ability to teach Ethics, including normative ethics and ethical theory. AOC: Open but a record of research or teaching in the Philosophy of Technology, Machine Intelligence, or Applied sciences is desirable. Excellence in teaching is essential.
Required Qualifications
M.A. in Philosophy or equivalent (defined as a minimum of 18 graduate coursework credit hours in Philosophy and ABD status in a Philosophy graduate program).
Work Schedule
varies
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
$50,000-$55,000
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Posting Number: 2026F-00135
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should apply for this position at: https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/25550
Please include cover letter, vita, evidence of teaching excellence, transcript, letters of recommendation, and writing sample (to be uploaded under the “portfolio” category on the application website). Any items or links that cannot be uploaded through the PeopleAdmin site may be emailed to lgrams@unomaha.edu.
For further information please contact Dr. Laura Grams, Philosophy Department, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha, NE 68182-0265. Review of applications will begin on June 8, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor - Philosophy
Department: Philosophy
Essential Functions
The University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for a one-year appointment to begin August 17, 2026. This position may be renewable. Four courses per semester (eight courses per academic year) with opportunity for upper-level undergraduate teaching. AOS: Open but must demonstrate a strong ability to teach Ethics, including normative ethics and ethical theory. AOC: Open but a record of research or teaching in the Philosophy of Technology, Machine Intelligence, or Applied sciences is desirable. Excellence in teaching is essential.
Required Qualifications
M.A. in Philosophy or equivalent (defined as a minimum of 18 graduate coursework credit hours in Philosophy and ABD status in a Philosophy graduate program).
Work Schedule
varies
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
$50,000-$55,000
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Posting Number: 2026F-00135
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should apply for this position at: https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/25550
Please include cover letter, vita, evidence of teaching excellence, transcript, letters of recommendation, and writing sample (to be uploaded under the “portfolio” category on the application website). Any items or links that cannot be uploaded through the PeopleAdmin site may be emailed to lgrams@unomaha.edu.
For further information please contact Dr. Laura Grams, Philosophy Department, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha, NE 68182-0265. Review of applications will begin on June 8, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
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Assistant Professor Job Market in Nebraska
A snapshot from current Nebraska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Creighton University9
- University of Nebraska at Omaha4
- University of Nebraska2
- University of Nebraska Medical Center2
- University of Nebraska at Kearney2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education13
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Nebraska.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
- Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in the field
- Evidence of external grant seeking or funded research projects
- Ability to advise and mentor undergraduate or graduate students
- Commitment to departmental service, curriculum development, and collegiality
Assistant Professor Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How many assistant professor jobs are there in Nebraska?
There are 19+ assistant professor openings in Nebraska on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Omaha, Kearney, and Lincoln. New positions post regularly as employers across Nebraska hire.
Which Nebraska cities have the most assistant professor jobs?
Omaha, Kearney, and Lincoln have the most assistant professor openings in Nebraska right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Nebraska?
Employers hiring assistant professors in Nebraska include Creighton University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, and University of Nebraska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Nebraska?
Yes. About 0% of assistant professor openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Nebraska metros.
How do I apply for assistant professor jobs in Nebraska?
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