Academic Jobs in New York City, NY

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Elementary Lead Teacher (with background in English Language Learners)

Company: Elm Community Charter School

Location: Elmhurst, NY

Posted May 28, 2025

Adapt and implement curriculum and assessments to student needs; manage and adjust the curriculum unit overviews and pacing calendar according to student needs…

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contract academic travel

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School - (SLP - School) (book by 6/27 and get $1,000 bonus)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Schools

Location: OLEAN, New York

Posted May 27, 2025

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sign-on bonus relocation assistance loan repayment program

OBGYN Opportunity - Low Volume, High Compensation - Growing Program, Teaching Opportunities, CNM Support

Company: University of Rochester Medical Center

Location: Wellsville, New York

Posted May 27, 2025

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contract academic travel

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School - (SLP - School) (book by 6/27 and get $1,000 bonus)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Schools

Location: GASPORT, New York

Posted May 27, 2025

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Elementary Lead Teacher K-5 (2025-26)

Company: Elm Community Charter School

Location: Elmhurst, NY

Posted May 27, 2025

Adapt and implement curriculum and assessments to student needs; manage and adjust the curriculum unit overviews and pacing calendar according to student needs…

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Clinical Pharmacist - evenings

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements.

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Grants Manager and Writer | Development

Company: Rockefeller University

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 28, 2025

This may involve preparing proposals, budgets, and reports; assisting in the creation and design of informational content for printed publications and the Web;…

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paid time off relocation assistance professional growth

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor of Urology and Consultant Urologist

Company: No Employer

Location: New Zealand

Posted Jun 01, 2025

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full time new grad academic

Urologist, ColumbiaDoctors Bronxville, Westchester, NY

Company: NewYork-Presbyterian

Location: Bronxville, Westchester, NY

Posted Jun 01, 2025

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health system full time academic

Academic Interventional Pulmonary Physician Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School RWJBarnabas Health

Company: RWJBarnabas Health

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

Posted Jun 01, 2025

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Plumber Mechanic

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

Submits completed house calls and PMRs to respective foreman for filing and charges. Inspects, installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and plumbing…

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Elementary Lead Special Education Teacher (ICT) (K-5)

Company: Elm Community Charter School

Location: Elmhurst, NY

Posted May 28, 2025

Adapt and implement curriculum and assessments to student needs; manage and adjust the curriculum unit overviews and pacing calendar according to student needs…

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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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