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Remote assistant professor jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first universities, online education platforms, and distributed academic teams hiring across every discipline. Employers hiring remotely right now include Emory University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and KILGORE COLLEGE. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
The Opportunity
The College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide Campus (ERAU-W) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Studies, or a related field.
This is a fully remote online position (U.S.-based) with no relocation required; travel will be required to attend commencement and mandatory college meetings as well as relevant other events.
Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Sociology, Security Studies or a related field and have an active, pertinent scholastic research agenda.
The Department of Emergency, Disaster and Global Security Studies, includes the following degree programs: M.S. Human Security and Resilience, M.S. Emergency Services, M.S. Security and Intelligence Studies, B.S. Homeland Security, B.S. Emergency Services, A.S. in Emergency Management, as well as minors in Security Studies, Military Science, International Relations, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Faculty are active scholars in their disciplines and collaborators across the college and with external partners.
The successful candidate will teach in several of the above programs based on their qualifications. The position will also oversee the newly launched Criminal Justice minor and teach related courses. Teaching modalities primarily include asynchronous and synchronous online delivery. A limited number of face-to-face offerings may be available based on faculty location.
The successful candidate will maintain an exemplary level of research and scholarly activity. ERAU offers a variety of internal research support programs, including college- and university-level funding opportunities. Service responsibilities for this candidate are likely to include contributing to student success through recruitment and retention efforts, administering the Criminal Justice minor and other curriculum and program development, as well as participation on departmental, college, and/or university committees.
About the College of Arts & Sciences
Based on its Strategic Guidance, the College of Arts & Sciences at ERAU-W develops and supports career- ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines. The college’s vision is to be a destination for multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research as well as continue to be a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens.
The college comprises four departments: Emergency, Disaster and Global Security Studies; Human Factors, Safety and Social Sciences ; Humanities and Communication; and Mathematics, Science, and Technology.
The college delivers courses online as well as on several sites across the United States and around the world. Currently, four graduate and seven undergraduate programs are offered, as well an several combined undergraduate-graduate pathways programs and undergraduate minors.
The college also delivers the general education program to all Worldwide Campus students, providing over 2,000 sections annually, with a focus on developing students’ capacity in critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, communication, scientific literacy, cultural literacy, technological literacy, and collaboration. The Worldwide Campus has an enrollment of more than 23,000 students, delivering courses globally online via Canvas, synchronously via EagleVision to both homes and classrooms, face-to-face at over 130 locations, and in a blended format.
Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus has earned a top five ranking during the past nine years for Best Online Bachelor’s programs from U.S. News & World Report.
About us
For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.
Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.
Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Sociology, Security Studies or a related field
Preferred qualifications:
Applicants with a specialization in criminal justice, homeland security, or an area that complements the research and teaching expertise of the current faculty in the department.
Application process/requirements
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311860. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
Cover letter
Full CV
Statement of teaching philosophy
Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
Job Description
The Opportunity
The College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide Campus (ERAU-W) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Studies, or a related field.
This is a fully remote online position (U.S.-based) with no relocation required; travel will be required to attend commencement and mandatory college meetings as well as relevant other events.
Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Sociology, Security Studies or a related field and have an active, pertinent scholastic research agenda.
The Department of Emergency, Disaster and Global Security Studies, includes the following degree programs: M.S. Human Security and Resilience, M.S. Emergency Services, M.S. Security and Intelligence Studies, B.S. Homeland Security, B.S. Emergency Services, A.S. in Emergency Management, as well as minors in Security Studies, Military Science, International Relations, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Faculty are active scholars in their disciplines and collaborators across the college and with external partners.
The successful candidate will teach in several of the above programs based on their qualifications. The position will also oversee the newly launched Criminal Justice minor and teach related courses. Teaching modalities primarily include asynchronous and synchronous online delivery. A limited number of face-to-face offerings may be available based on faculty location.
The successful candidate will maintain an exemplary level of research and scholarly activity. ERAU offers a variety of internal research support programs, including college- and university-level funding opportunities. Service responsibilities for this candidate are likely to include contributing to student success through recruitment and retention efforts, administering the Criminal Justice minor and other curriculum and program development, as well as participation on departmental, college, and/or university committees.
About the College of Arts & Sciences
Based on its Strategic Guidance, the College of Arts & Sciences at ERAU-W develops and supports career- ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines. The college’s vision is to be a destination for multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research as well as continue to be a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens.
The college comprises four departments: Emergency, Disaster and Global Security Studies; Human Factors, Safety and Social Sciences ; Humanities and Communication; and Mathematics, Science, and Technology.
The college delivers courses online as well as on several sites across the United States and around the world. Currently, four graduate and seven undergraduate programs are offered, as well an several combined undergraduate-graduate pathways programs and undergraduate minors.
The college also delivers the general education program to all Worldwide Campus students, providing over 2,000 sections annually, with a focus on developing students’ capacity in critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, communication, scientific literacy, cultural literacy, technological literacy, and collaboration. The Worldwide Campus has an enrollment of more than 23,000 students, delivering courses globally online via Canvas, synchronously via EagleVision to both homes and classrooms, face-to-face at over 130 locations, and in a blended format.
Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus has earned a top five ranking during the past nine years for Best Online Bachelor’s programs from U.S. News & World Report.
About us
For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.
Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.
Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Sociology, Security Studies or a related field
Preferred qualifications:
Applicants with a specialization in criminal justice, homeland security, or an area that complements the research and teaching expertise of the current faculty in the department.
Application process/requirements
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311860. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
Cover letter
Full CV
Statement of teaching philosophy
Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
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Who's Hiring
- Emory University12
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University3
- KILGORE COLLEGE2
- University of Bridgeport2
- Hazelden Betty Ford1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote assistant professor jobs.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or creative works
- Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Ability to teach core and elective courses within the department's curriculum
- Record of or potential for external grant funding in the field
- Commitment to mentorship, service, and departmental citizenship activities
Tips for Your Remote Assistant Professor Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote assistant professor openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply directly to roles that match your discipline and experience level before they close.
Signal async teaching experience upfront
Remote employers look for proof you can run a course without in-person contact. Highlight experience with Canvas, Blackboard, or similar platforms, and note any courses you designed or delivered fully online in your cover letter and CV.
Build a public body of work
Remote hiring committees can't walk your hallways or catch you after a lecture. A Google Scholar profile, a portfolio of syllabi, published articles, or recorded guest lectures let decision-makers evaluate your scholarship and teaching style before the first interview.
Prepare for video-based hiring processes
Remote assistant professor interviews typically run over video, often with multiple rounds across a search committee. Practice speaking to your research agenda and teaching philosophy on camera, and confirm your setup, lighting, and audio are clean before any scheduled call.
Remote Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote assistant professor job?
Target online universities, remote-first academic institutions, and distributed research organizations that have built their programs around asynchronous work. Remote employers screen assistant professors for strong written communication, the ability to manage course design and student engagement independently, and comfort with learning management systems like Canvas or Blackboard. Demonstrating a history of online teaching, published research, or curriculum development gives your application a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote assistant professors?
Remote assistant professor roles are posted by Emory University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and KILGORE COLLEGE and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These tend to be fully online universities, remote-first edtech organizations, and distributed research institutions where faculty work and collaborate asynchronously across the country.
Can you get a remote assistant professor job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level assistant professor roles are harder to land because you're expected to manage coursework, students, and deadlines independently from day one. Online-only institutions and adjunct-to-tenure-track pipelines are the most accessible entry points. Showing a completed dissertation, published writing, or a portfolio of asynchronous course materials can substitute for a full teaching record and open those doors.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant professor jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote assistant professor positions require at least a master's degree in the relevant field, and tenure-track roles almost always require a PhD. That said, some online institutions and professional programs weigh demonstrated industry expertise, certifications, and real-world results alongside or instead of an advanced degree, particularly in applied fields like business, technology, and health sciences.
Which industries hire the most remote assistant professors?
The sectors hiring the most remote assistant professors are Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors have built distributed faculty models where assistant professors teach, advise, and conduct research entirely online without being tied to a physical campus.
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