Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs

Clinical Assistant Professor jobs are open across universities, medical schools, and health systems, from entry-level academic appointments to experienced faculty roles, with specializations in clinical education, research coordination, and patient care instruction. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles794+
Top stateTexas
Top employerUniversity of Florida
Top cityGainesville, FL
Work type98% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Yeshiva University
Clinical Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and Values
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Yeshiva University
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Clinical Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and Values
Yeshiva University
New York, New York
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
Higher Education
$60k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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University of Kentucky
Clinical Assistant Professor in Public Policy
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University of Kentucky
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Clinical Assistant Professor in Public Policy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Wisconsin–Madison
Clinical Assistant Professor
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University of Wisconsin–Madison
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Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
Nursing
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Indiana University
Clinical Assistant Professor, Community Engagement
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Indiana University
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Clinical Assistant Professor, Community Engagement
Indiana University
Indianapolis, Indiana
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Arizona State University
Clinical Assistant Professor
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Arizona State University
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Clinical Assistant Professor
Arizona State University
Phoenix, Arizona
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
Public Health & Informatics
Health Informatics
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Clinical Assistant Professor Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of Florida
    University of Florida80
  • Indiana University
    Indiana University59
  • SIU Medicine
    SIU Medicine36
  • University at Buffalo
    University at Buffalo31
  • University Of Washington
    University Of Washington27

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education722
  • Healthcare & Medical Services136
  • Science & Research40
  • Government & Public Sector13
  • Non-Profit & Social Services7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical assistant professor jobs.

  • Terminal degree such as a PhD, MD, DNP, or equivalent in a relevant clinical discipline
  • Active clinical licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of employment
  • Prior teaching experience in a higher education or clinical training setting
  • Record of peer-reviewed publications, grants, or scholarly presentations in your field
  • Proficiency with learning management systems and simulation or clinical education technology
  • Board certification or specialty credentials aligned with the department's clinical focus

Tips for Your Clinical Assistant Professor Job Search

Tailor your CV to academic norms

Academic CVs differ from resumes. List every publication, presentation, clinical appointment, and teaching role in reverse chronological order. Hiring committees expect a complete record, so omitting even minor conference posters can raise questions about your productivity.

Target departments that match your specialty

Search by department, not just job title. A clinical assistant professor role in a nursing school requires a different profile than one in a medical school or allied health program. Filtering by department early saves you from applying to poor fits.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists clinical assistant professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a teaching philosophy statement

Most faculty applications require a teaching philosophy statement alongside your CV. Write one that connects your clinical experience to your classroom approach. Generic statements stand out for the wrong reasons, so use specific examples from your practice or mentoring history.

Ask smart questions during campus visits

When you reach the on-campus interview stage, ask about the department's clinical affiliation agreements, student-to-faculty ratios, and expectations around committee service. These questions signal that you understand the full scope of the role, not just the teaching component.

Negotiate startup support, not just salary

In clinical faculty offers, protected research time, lab space, equipment budgets, and administrative support are often negotiable even when base pay is fixed by a faculty salary scale. Ask for your priorities in writing before you sign the offer letter.

Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most clinical assistant professors?

The companies hiring the most clinical assistant professors right now include University of Florida, Indiana University, and SIU Medicine, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is highest at institutions with large health science programs and affiliated teaching hospitals.

How many clinical assistant professor jobs are remote?

About 2% of clinical assistant professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most on-site requirements tied to direct patient care supervision and simulation lab instruction. Sub-specialties focused on didactic curriculum development, online program coordination, or health informatics tend to offer the most location flexibility.

How do you become a clinical assistant professor?

Earn a terminal degree in your field, such as a PhD, DNP, MD, or equivalent, and obtain any required clinical licensure. Build a record of clinical practice alongside teaching experience through adjunct roles, preceptorships, or postdoctoral appointments. Develop a portfolio of scholarly work, then apply to faculty positions that align with your specialty and the institution's mission.

Can you get a clinical assistant professor job with little teaching experience?

Yes, candidates with strong clinical backgrounds can secure clinical assistant professor roles even with limited formal teaching experience. Institutions value recent clinical expertise highly, especially in nursing, pharmacy, and allied health fields. Highlight any preceptoring, mentoring, continuing education delivery, or supervision of students or residents you have done, as these count as relevant teaching experience.

What does the clinical assistant professor interview process look like?

The process typically begins with a phone or video screening by a search committee, followed by a campus interview that includes a teaching demonstration or research presentation, one-on-one meetings with faculty and department leadership, and a student Q&A session. Final-round candidates usually meet with a dean or department chair before an offer is extended. The full process commonly unfolds over several weeks.

Where can I find and apply to clinical assistant professor jobs?

You can find and apply to clinical assistant professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialty and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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