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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.

Senior Data Scientist

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 23, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer high-quality learning content and practice for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, focusing on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, especially those in historically under-resourced communities.

Senior Security Operations Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 26, 2025

Canonical is opening several Security Operations Engineer SOC positions to build a new team reporting to the CISO. The goal is to create a new level of assurance and observable rigor into the open source supply chain by monitoring Canonical's own estate and raising the robustness of the entire global Ubuntu estate. The SecOps team is responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving Canonical's security practices, tools, systems, and policies to secure data, internal infrastructure, and build processes. They also contribute to the security of the wider open source ecosystem through knowledge sharing and threat intelligence initiatives.

Intern - Software Engineer

Company: labcorp

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Labcorp's 2026 Global Internship Program offers a 12-week paid opportunity for students to gain real-world experience in healthcare innovation, with mentorship, leadership exposure, and career growth. The program emphasizes impactful projects, global business culture immersion, and contributions to healthcare solutions through technology and analytics.

Psychometrician

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer high-quality learning content and practice for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, focusing on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, especially those in historically under-resourced communities.

Juju Software Engineer (Go)

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 26, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise and technology markets. The company offers a globally remote role for a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of Juju, an open source project that powers complex distributed software systems. Canonical is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with a founder-led, profitable, and growing company culture.

Intern - IT Enterprise Architecture

Company: labcorp

Location: USA

Posted Nov 26, 2025

Labcorp is a global company with nearly 70,000 employees across 100 countries, harnessing science to change lives. They offer a 12-week paid internship program for motivated students to work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience in healthcare innovation. The IT Enterprise Architecture department defines and maintains the strategic technology roadmap, collaborating with stakeholders to evaluate emerging technologies and drive innovation.

Computer Science Ph.D. Internships - 2026

Company: Brave

Location: Europe,UK,North America

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Brave is offering summer internships for PhD students to work on groundbreaking technologies that make the web faster, safer, and more private. The company is changing the way advertising is done on the web and is deeply connected to cutting-edge academic research.

Senior Content Creator - Test Prep and ELA

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer a wide range of educational content and practice materials for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, with a focus on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, particularly those in historically under-resourced communities. They are looking for a Senior Content Creator to manage and drive development in the Test Prep domain, specifically focusing on SAT, with responsibilities including expanding test prep offerings, developing high school ELA courses, and working cross-functionally with various teams.

Summer Intern - Real World Data Curation

Company: labcorp

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Labcorp is a global company with nearly 70,000 employees across 100 countries, harnessing science to change lives. They offer a 12-week paid internship program for motivated students to gain real-world experience in healthcare innovation. The Oncology Data Hub Internship provides hands-on experience in data analysis within the oncology field, with opportunities to collaborate with teams, attend workshops, and present findings to senior leadership.

Partnerships & Sales Operations Manager, Khan Kids

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer high-quality learning content and practice for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, focusing on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, particularly in historically under-resourced communities.

Legal Operations Manager

Company: Dropbox

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 23, 2025

Dropbox is seeking a highly organized and strategic Legal Operations Manager to join their Legal team. The role involves managing and optimizing legal systems, partnering cross-functionally with internal teams, and driving efficiency and innovation across the legal organization. The ideal candidate has deep experience in legal operations, is technically proficient in legal platforms, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced tech environment.

Sr. Product Designer - Assessments

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Khan Academy seeks a Senior Product Designer to innovate K12 solutions, focusing on equitable education. The role emphasizes accessibility, collaboration, and impactful design within a mission-driven nonprofit. The text highlights their commitment to diverse communities, learning outcomes, and transformative educational tools.

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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