Professor Jobs in Virginia
Professor jobs in Virginia are open across Charlottesville, Norfolk, and Fairfax and other Virginia metros, with employers like University of Virginia, Eastern Virginia Medical School, and Old Dominion University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Regent University’s School of Law is seeking to fill a full-time, non-tenured Lecturer position in the legal writing program. The Lecturer position carries full faculty voting rights, including participation in faculty meetings. Depending on the candidate's qualifications and interest, there may be opportunities to transition to a tenure-track position in the future. This position will be located at Regent University’s Virginia Beach, VA campus.
At Regent Law, the first-year legal writing program is divided into two 3-credit courses and is overseen by a faculty director of legal writing. The first semester focuses on objective analysis, research, and writing, and the second semester focuses on persuasive writing and oral advocacy.
LOCATION
Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- JD required
- Previous work experience, including appellate writing, strongly preferred
- Professor will teach first-year legal writing and upper-level advanced writing courses.
Expectations include
1) a dedication to Christ-centered teaching and learning;
2) a record of or potential for academic scholarship;
3) facility with online instructional technology; and
4) a willingness to embrace the College and University Identity and Mission statements and subscribe to a statement of Christian faith.
Please submit CV, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts along with your application.
BENEFITS
Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
Regent University’s School of Law is seeking to fill a full-time, non-tenured Lecturer position in the legal writing program. The Lecturer position carries full faculty voting rights, including participation in faculty meetings. Depending on the candidate's qualifications and interest, there may be opportunities to transition to a tenure-track position in the future. This position will be located at Regent University’s Virginia Beach, VA campus.
At Regent Law, the first-year legal writing program is divided into two 3-credit courses and is overseen by a faculty director of legal writing. The first semester focuses on objective analysis, research, and writing, and the second semester focuses on persuasive writing and oral advocacy.
LOCATION
Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- JD required
- Previous work experience, including appellate writing, strongly preferred
- Professor will teach first-year legal writing and upper-level advanced writing courses.
Expectations include
1) a dedication to Christ-centered teaching and learning;
2) a record of or potential for academic scholarship;
3) facility with online instructional technology; and
4) a willingness to embrace the College and University Identity and Mission statements and subscribe to a statement of Christian faith.
Please submit CV, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts along with your application.
BENEFITS
Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.
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Professor Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Virginia37
- Eastern Virginia Medical School17
- Old Dominion University15
- George Mason University14
- Virginia Commonwealth University12
Top Industries Hiring
- Education120
- Healthcare & Medical Services16
- Science & Research9
- Agriculture & Farming5
- Food & Beverage4
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs across Virginia.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Record of peer-reviewed publications or creative works appropriate to career stage
- Experience designing and delivering undergraduate or graduate courses
- Evidence of securing or applying for external research grants or funding
- Ability to mentor graduate students and serve on thesis committees
- Commitment to departmental service, including committee work and curriculum development
Professor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many professor jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 138+ professor openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlottesville, Norfolk, and Fairfax. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most professor jobs?
Charlottesville, Norfolk, and Fairfax have the most professor openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire professors in Virginia?
Employers hiring professors in Virginia include University of Virginia, Eastern Virginia Medical School, and Old Dominion University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote professor jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 12% of professor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for professor jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to professor jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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