Professor Jobs

Professor jobs are open across universities, liberal arts colleges, community colleges, and research institutions, from lecturer and assistant professor to associate and full professor, with specializations in STEM disciplines, humanities, and professional programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles3,497+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCalifornia State University
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type82% On-site
Top industryEducation

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University of Hawaii system
Lecturer, CC
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Lecturer, CC
University of Hawaii system
Hawaii
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
Higher Education
$2,053/TE
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Utah Valley University
Faculty, Non-Tenure Track, Lecturer – Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Faculty, Non-Tenure Track, Lecturer – Electrical and Computer Engineering
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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State of South Carolina
Professor of Radiologic Technology
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State of South Carolina
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Professor of Radiologic Technology
State of South Carolina
Lexington County, SC
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Associate's degree in radiologic technology
10,000+

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UC San Diego
Temporary Lecturer - Human Developmental Sciences
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UC San Diego
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Temporary Lecturer - Human Developmental Sciences
UC San Diego
San Diego, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$74k - $96k/yr
Master's degree in anthropology
10,000+

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The University of Michigan
Research Assistant Professor
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The University of Michigan
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Research Assistant Professor
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
On-Site
Doctoral degree in biochemistry
10,000+

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Professor Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • California State University
    California State University154
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    Baylor College of Medicine136
  • University Of Washington
    University Of Washington77
  • University of Virginia
    University of Virginia63
  • UC San Diego
    UC San Diego59

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education1,007
  • Healthcare & Medical Services171
  • Science & Research38
  • Investment & Asset Management35
  • Technology & Software7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs.

  • Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant field
  • Peer-reviewed publications or demonstrated research record
  • Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses
  • Evidence of securing or applying for external research grants
  • Ability to develop and teach new courses in the department
  • Commitment to mentoring graduate or undergraduate students

Tips for Your Professor Job Search

Tailor your CV to each institution

A research-intensive university wants to see grant history and publication output front and center. A teaching-focused college prioritizes course load and pedagogy. Reorganize your CV sections to match what each institution signals in its job ad.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Target your job letter to the department

Read recent faculty publications and the department's strategic plan before writing your cover letter. Naming one or two specific colleagues whose work complements your research agenda shows genuine fit and separates your application from generic submissions.

Prepare a teaching portfolio with evidence

Student evaluations alone rarely impress search committees. Include a teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabi, and one or two examples of curriculum you designed. Concrete artifacts demonstrate how you actually run a classroom, not just how you think about it.

Practice your job talk with outside audiences

Your job talk needs to land with faculty from adjacent fields, not just specialists. Rehearse with colleagues outside your subfield and ask them where you lost them. Clarity for a general academic audience is what search committees evaluate, not depth alone.

Negotiate startup funds before you accept

Salary is often more constrained by band than your offer letter suggests, but lab startup funds, course release in year one, and conference travel budgets are frequently negotiable. Ask about each explicitly during the offer call before signing anything.

Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most professors?

The companies hiring the most professors right now include California State University, Baylor College of Medicine, and University Of Washington, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Openings are distributed across research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community college systems.

How many professor jobs are remote?

About 18% of professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote availability concentrated in online program faculty roles and continuing education positions rather than tenure-track appointments. Most traditional tenure-track and visiting faculty roles still require on-campus presence for teaching, advising, and departmental service.

How do you become a professor?

Becoming a professor typically requires completing a doctoral degree in your field, publishing research, and gaining teaching experience through graduate assistantships or adjunct positions. After graduating, candidates apply for postdoctoral fellowships or visiting roles to build their record before competing for tenure-track openings. Strong letters of recommendation from established scholars are essential throughout the process.

Can you get a professor job with little experience?

Visiting assistant professor and lecturer positions are the most accessible entry points for candidates with a completed doctorate but a limited independent publication record. Adjuncting in your specialty area builds a teaching portfolio, while conference presentations and co-authored work demonstrate scholarly activity. Community colleges often weigh teaching skill and subject expertise more heavily than research output, making them a practical starting point.

What does the professor interview process look like?

Most searches begin with a short screening call or video interview conducted by a subcommittee. Finalists are invited for a campus visit that typically includes a public job talk, a teaching demonstration, and separate meetings with the dean, department chair, graduate students, and faculty. The process from application deadline to offer can take several months, and departments often interview multiple finalists before making a decision.

Where can I find and apply to professor jobs?

You can find and apply to professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from universities and colleges across the United States. Search roles by field, institution type, or location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and career goals.

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