Professor Jobs in New York

Professor jobs in New York draw strong, sustained demand across the state's deep network of research universities, liberal arts colleges, community colleges, and professional schools, with openings at every level from adjunct and visiting faculty through tenured full professor. New York City, Albany, and Buffalo account for the largest concentrations of openings, with institutions like Columbia University, the State University of New York system, and New York University among the most consistent hirers. The most in-demand specialties are nursing and health sciences, computer science, and business, reflecting both enrollment growth and workforce pipeline priorities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles308+
Top employerUniversity at Buffalo
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring26
Work type98% On-site
Top industryEducation

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D'Youville University
Assistant Professor of Accounting
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D'Youville University
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Assistant Professor of Accounting
D'Youville University
Buffalo, New York
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Finance
Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Curriculum Design
$56k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Le Moyne College
Professor of Practice, Nursing
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Le Moyne College
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Professor of Practice, Nursing
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, New York
Nursing
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
Curriculum Design
$81k - $84k/yr
On-Site
Master's
201-500

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Alfred University
Visiting Assistant Professor
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Alfred University
New 5h ago
Visiting Assistant Professor
Alfred University
Alfred, New York
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
K-12 Teaching
Higher Education
$65k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Touro University New York
Visiting Assistant Professor
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Touro University New York
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Visiting Assistant Professor
Touro University New York
New York, New York
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Allied Health
Higher Education
Curriculum Design
Mental & Behavioral Health
$64k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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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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Professor Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
68 jobs
Brooklyn
55 jobs
Buffalo
52 jobs
Brookville
22 jobs
Syracuse
19 jobs
Rochester
17 jobs
Hempstead
16 jobs
Manhattan
10 jobs
Bronx
9 jobs

Professor Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • University at Buffalo
    University at Buffalo50
  • Long Island University
    Long Island University41
  • The City University of New York
    The City University of New York37
  • Touro University
    Touro University23
  • Hofstra University
    Hofstra University16

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education281
  • Healthcare & Medical Services20
  • Science & Research6
  • Technology & Software5
  • Consulting & Professional Services3

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs across New York.

  • Terminal degree required for the discipline, typically a PhD or MFA in the relevant field
  • Demonstrated record of scholarly publication, creative output, or applied research
  • Prior college or university teaching experience, including assistantships or adjunct roles
  • Evidence of student-centered pedagogy and course development at the college level
  • Commitment to institutional service, committee participation, and faculty governance
  • Experience with learning management systems and hybrid or online course delivery

Professor Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a professor in New York?

Becoming a professor in New York typically requires earning a terminal degree in your field, most often a PhD or MFA, followed by teaching experience gained through graduate assistantships or adjunct positions. New York does not require a state-issued license for most college faculty, but professional programs in nursing, law, and medicine expect candidates to hold the corresponding New York State professional license in that field before joining a faculty.

Which companies hire professors in New York?

Employers hiring professors in New York right now include University at Buffalo, Long Island University, and The City University of New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's density of research universities, CUNY and SUNY campuses, and specialized graduate schools means faculty openings are distributed across the state rather than concentrated in a single system.

Which New York cities have the most professor jobs?

New York, Brooklyn, and Buffalo have the most professor openings in New York. New York City leads because of the sheer number of private universities, CUNY campuses, and medical schools concentrated there, while Albany's openings are driven by SUNY's administrative flagship and several health-focused institutions, and Buffalo draws on a large public research university and growing health sciences sector.

Are there remote professor jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since most faculty roles involve in-person lectures, lab supervision, or studio instruction. About 2% of professor openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, concentrated mainly in online degree programs and continuing education divisions. Courses in business, data analytics, and general education are the categories most likely to be listed as fully remote.

How can I get hired as a professor in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing an adjunct or visiting lecturer position, which most CUNY and SUNY campuses post on an ongoing basis and fill without requiring a full publication record. Completing a PhD program at a New York institution, such as the CUNY Graduate Center or a SUNY doctoral campus, gives candidates an inside track through department contacts. A strong teaching portfolio and one peer-reviewed publication or equivalent creative work can offset limited experience for community college roles, which tend to weight teaching over research.

Where can I find and apply to professor jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to professor jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions hiring across the state. Search the listings, identify roles that match your field and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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