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Academic roles are more dynamic than ever as universities expand online programs and interdisciplinary research centers. The 7,541 openings include positions in STEM, social sciences, and emerging fields like bioinformatics and educational technology. Funding from federal grants, private foundations, and industry partnerships pushes demand for faculty who can secure grants, publish in top journals, and design curriculum that meets accreditation standards.

Roles span from assistant professor to research scientist, instructional designer, and academic administrator. Faculty responsibilities include lecturing, supervising graduate students, writing grant proposals, and publishing peer‑reviewed articles. Instructional designers develop online modules using LMS like Canvas or Blackboard, while administrators manage program budgets, accreditation compliance, and faculty development.

Salary transparency gives academics the data needed to compare positions across institutions, negotiate tenure packages, and assess the value of non‑salary benefits such as sabbatical funding, research support, and health insurance. Knowing the typical starting salary for an assistant professor in STEM ($70k–$90k) versus a research scientist in a private lab ($85k–$110k) helps candidates choose roles that align with career goals and financial needs.

Financial Analyst

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 29, 2025

The role of a Financial Analyst at Canonical involves generating insights into business operations, supporting financial planning and forecasting, providing analysis of commercial initiatives, creating objective analyses and processes, and partnering with stakeholders. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, independent, and has a desire to learn and leverage data to advise on critical decisions. The company offers a distributed work environment, personal learning and development budget, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, and other benefits.

Lead Data Governance Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Their platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in various initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI engineering, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. They are hiring a Lead Data Governance Engineer to develop Python-based tooling for data governance policies, processes, standards, and monitoring in compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks.

Linux Software Engineer - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon (multiple roles and seniority levels)

Company: Canonical

Location: North America,Latin America,APAC,EMEA

Posted Nov 29, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on Ubuntu. The company is globally distributed, with a remote-first work environment and a focus on collaboration and innovation. Canonical offers competitive compensation and benefits, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Linux Desktop & Devices Support Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on customer success and technical support. The company offers a globally remote role for a Linux Engineer/Administrator to support customers using Ubuntu and open source products. The role involves investigating and resolving customer issues, participating in training sessions, and contributing to knowledge base articles.

Observability Engineering Manager

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 29, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI engineering, and IoT. The company is hiring an Observability Engineering Manager to lead the development of distributed tracing or service mesh products as part of their Observability group. Canonical is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and a founder-led, profitable, and growing company.

HPC Software Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on delivering an outstanding HPC experience. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a global distributed team meeting in person a few times a year. The role is for a software engineer to join the HPC team, delivering an HPC experience from bare metal to public cloud as part of the broader Ubuntu platform.

NetSuite Administrator

Company: Canonical

Location: EMEA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Their platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in various industries. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. They are hiring a NetSuite Administrator who strives for high engineering quality and process efficiency. The role involves developing engineering solutions in NetSuite, Salesforce, and other business systems, collaborating with colleagues, and learning Canonical business processes.

Product Manager

Company: InvGate

Location: Argentina

Posted Nov 29, 2025

InvGate is a fast-growing SaaS company seeking a Senior Product Manager to join their product team. The role involves deeply analyzing stakeholder requirements, owning features end-to-end, creating functional specifications, collaborating with engineering and design, and contributing to the product roadmap. The ideal candidate should have experience in product management within a SaaS environment, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with IT operations and service management frameworks.

Online AP Teacher (Various Subjects)

Company: ABC Education

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 29, 2025

ABC Education Group has launched Polaris Global Academy, an online school for ambitious students worldwide. They are seeking part-time AP teachers for the 2024-2025 school year. This is a fully remote position with competitive compensation.

Marketing Manager

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 29, 2025

Canonical promotes itself as a leading open-source provider with a global presence, emphasizing innovation, remote work flexibility, and career growth opportunities. The job posting highlights collaborative environments, competitive compensation, and a focus on technology-driven marketing strategies.

Junior Product Manager

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 29, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on Ubuntu. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team of over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries. Canonical seeks product managers with a passion for open source, strong leadership and communication skills, and a desire to drive product strategy and shape market demands.

Salesforce Administrator

Company: Canonical

Location: EMEA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems for global enterprise and technology markets. Their platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in various initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI engineering, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. They are hiring a Salesforce Administrator to work remotely in the EMEA region, focusing on developing engineering solutions in NetSuite, Salesforce, and other business systems. The role requires exceptional academic track record, experience with CRM/ERP systems, and professional written and spoken English.

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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