Academic Jobs in New York City, NY

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Special Education Teacher

Company: Innovation Charter High School

Location: New York, NY

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Three to five years of classroom teaching in an urban setting with at-risk youth, a Master’s degree, and a SpEd teaching certification are preferred.

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2nd Grade General Education Teacher

Company: Global Community Charter School

Location: New York, NY

Posted Sep 08, 2025

Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics;…

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School Nurse

Company: BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Participating in events outside of normal school hours such as family nights, student performances, field trips, and teacher–parent conferences.

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Social Media & PR Manager

Company: Brooklyn Law School

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design tools for creating social media content. The Law School’s size, vibrant employee and student…

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Urology - Physician - Manhattan and Queens, NY

Company: Mount Sinai Health System

Location: New York, New York

Posted Sep 06, 2025

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Complex Family Planning Subspecialist

Company: Weill Cornell Medical College Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Location: New York, New York

Posted Sep 06, 2025

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Director of Digital Communications

Company: Brooklyn Law School

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, digital media, or related field. The Law School’s size, vibrant employee and student population, and commitment…

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General Obstetrician Gynecologist - FGP (Manhattan)

Company: NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Location: New York, New York

Posted Sep 06, 2025

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Ophthalmology - Glaucoma - Physician

Company: Yale New Haven Health System

Location: New Haven, Connecticut

Posted Sep 06, 2025

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Rhinology and Skull Base Surgeon

Company: ENT and Allergy of Delaware

Location: New Castle, Delaware

Posted Sep 06, 2025

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Graphic Designer

Company: Brooklyn Law School

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, or related field. The Law School’s size, vibrant employee and student population, and commitment to…

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Middle School ELA Teacher (Grades 5/6)

Company: PAVE Academy Charter School

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Sep 09, 2025

PAVE's Middle School teachers will be involved in developing and implementing the curriculum and assessment programs for Middle School scholars, and will need…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for different seniority levels in academia?
Assistant professors in STEM departments average $70,000–$90,000, while associate professors range $90,000–$115,000. Full professors can earn $120,000–$160,000, depending on institution type. Research scientists in university labs earn $85,000–$110,000, and academic administrators (department chairs, deans) range $110,000–$180,000.
What skills and certifications are required for academic positions?
A PhD or terminal degree in the discipline is mandatory for faculty roles. Teaching certification (e.g., TEACH or a state teaching license) is often required for K‑12 or community college positions. Proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, SPSS), grant-writing (e.g., NIH, NSF, private foundations), and Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) is essential for instructional designers and online faculty.
Is remote work available for academic roles?
Many universities now offer hybrid teaching options for faculty, allowing online course delivery via Zoom or LMS. Instructional designers and research staff can work remotely, especially in industry‑partnered labs. Administrative roles may be partially remote, but on‑campus presence is typically required for department meetings.
What are common career progression paths in academia?
Typical progression starts with assistant professor (2–5 years, tenure track), followed by associate professor (tenure decision), and then full professor (tenured). Parallel tracks include research scientist (non‑tenure, funded by grants), department chair (leadership role), and dean (college‑level administration). Advancement often requires publishing, securing external funding, and demonstrating teaching excellence.
What industry trends are shaping academic careers today?
Interdisciplinary research hubs (e.g., data science, bioinformatics, sustainability) are expanding. AI and machine learning are integrated into curricula and research projects. Online and hybrid learning models are becoming standard, increasing demand for instructional designers. Open‑access publishing and data‑sharing mandates are changing scholarship expectations.

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