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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.

Data Scientist (L5) - Promotional Media Measurement Science

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 17, 2025

Netflix is a leading entertainment service with over 300 million paid memberships worldwide. The Promotional Media Measurement Science team conducts research and develops metrics to improve promotional assets and member engagement. The team seeks a senior data scientist to drive technical innovation and produce business impact by developing models, metrics, and insights to optimize promotional assets.

Director of Clinical Research Consulting

Company: Vitalief

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 17, 2025

Vitalief is a trusted partner in the clinical research industry, offering consulting and functional service provider solutions to streamline operations, reduce costs, and accelerate breakthroughs. They are seeking a client-facing, problem-solving, and strategic clinical research professional to join their Client Services Delivery Team as a Study Activation Subject Matter Expert, with a focus on reducing time to trial activation.

Director - Outcomes Research

Company: Viatris

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Viatris is a healthcare company that aims to provide high-quality, accessible medicines and innovative solutions to improve patient health worldwide. The company focuses on evidence generation, strategic leadership in outcomes research, and operational excellence. Viatris values collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement to drive positive change in the healthcare industry.

Quantum Technical Solutions Account Executive (Lead)

Company: Quantinuum

Location: USA

Posted Nov 12, 2025

Quantinuum seeks a Technical Solutions Account Executive to lead quantum computing projects, offering competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities to shape the future of quantum technology.

Sr. Fullstack Engineer I

Company: Khan Academy

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 14, 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 strives to build a strong team with diverse backgrounds and experiences. They are looking for a Senior Fullstack Engineer to work on product teams focused on providing equitable solutions to under-resourced communities of students and teachers, with a focus on building tools for teachers and integrating state-of-the-art learning science into their product.

Employer Brand Manager

Company: Kraken

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Kraken promotes its mission to advance crypto adoption through a global, mission-focused team. The role emphasizes employer branding, talent attraction, and crypto education while highlighting opportunities for impactful work in a diverse, merit-based environment.

Strategic Partnerships Account Executive - Quantum Computing

Company: Quantinuum

Location: USA

Posted Nov 12, 2025

Quantinuum is seeking a Strategic Account Executive to drive growth through deep collaboration with key technology partners. The role involves forging high-impact alliances, aligning joint value propositions, and accelerating the adoption of quantum computing solutions across enterprise, government, and academic markets. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience in complex enterprise technology sales, strategic account management, or partner leadership roles, with a strong track record of building strategic partnerships and exceeding revenue targets.

Sr. Fullstack Engineer II

Company: Khan Academy

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 14, 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 strives to build a strong team with diverse backgrounds and experiences. They are looking for a Senior Fullstack Engineer II to work on product teams focused on providing equitable solutions to under-resourced communities of students and teachers, with a focus on building tools for teachers and integrating state-of-the-art learning science into their product.

Senior Search Lead - Technology

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 17, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. They have a global distributed team and a unique hiring process. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing. They are looking for an experienced Tech-focused in-house search consultant to teach senior executives how to source talent for senior leadership roles.

Assessment Content Creator - Middle School Math (6-8)

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 16, 2025

Khan Academy promotes free worldclass education globally, emphasizes diversity and innovation, and offers competitive roles with impactful missions and benefits. The text highlights their commitment to equitable learning and professional growth.

Strategic Account Executive - Quantum Computing

Company: Quantinuum

Location: USA

Posted Nov 12, 2025

The job posting is for a Strategic Account Executive role at Quantinuum, a leading quantum computing company. The role involves driving business growth, building relationships with government, academic, and enterprise clients, and selling quantum computing hardware and research proposals. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in enterprise technology sales, with a focus on complex solution selling in the financial services industry. The role offers a competitive compensation package, equity options, and professional development opportunities.

Senior Manager - Technical Solutions / Quantum Computing

Company: Quantinuum

Location: USA

Posted Nov 12, 2025

The job posting is for a Senior Manager Technical Solutions role at Quantinuum, a leading quantum computing company. The role involves driving the company's presales technical strategy for quantum computing solutions, leading multiple project teams, and overseeing large-scale complex projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantum computing, experience leading technical teams, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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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