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Cambridge, MA · On-site

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School's Accounting Group in Cambridge is seeking one tenure-track faculty at the junior level, effective July 1, 2027 or as soon thereafter as possible.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for tenure track faculty in the United States is $70,582.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Tenure track faculty are academic professionals hired by colleges or universities with the potential to earn tenure—a permanent and secure faculty position—after a probationary period, typically lasting six to seven years. During this period, faculty members are evaluated on their teaching, research, and service contributions to the institution. Achieving tenure provides job security and academic freedom, allowing faculty to pursue research and teaching interests without the risk of non-renewal of their contracts for arbitrary reasons. Tenure track positions are highly competitive and often require a Ph.D. or terminal degree in the relevant field.

What are some common challenges new tenure track faculty members face during their first few years?

New tenure track faculty often find balancing teaching, research, and service responsibilities to be challenging, especially while adjusting to the expectations of their department and institution. Establishing a productive research agenda, building a network of collaborators, and securing funding through grants can also be demanding. Additionally, learning how to effectively mentor students and contribute to departmental committees requires strong time management and adaptability. Support from colleagues, clear communication with department leadership, and utilizing institutional resources can help ease these transitions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tenure track faculty, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tenure Track Faculty, you need a doctoral degree in your field, a strong research background, and a proven record of scholarly publication. Familiarity with academic research databases, grant application systems, and learning management platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and time management skills help faculty excel in teaching, advising students, and collaborating with colleagues. These competencies are essential for meeting research, teaching, and service expectations and achieving tenure in an academic environment.

What is the difference between Tenure Track Faculty vs Adjunct Faculty?

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CredentialsDoctorate or equivalent in fieldMaster's degree or higher, depending on course
Work EnvironmentFull-time, academic institutionPart-time, often contract-based
Employment StatusProbation period leading to tenureTemporary, contract-based
ResponsibilitiesTeaching, research, servicePrimarily teaching

Tenure Track Faculty and Adjunct Faculty differ mainly in job security, responsibilities, and employment status. Tenure Track Faculty pursue a permanent position with research and service duties, while Adjunct Faculty typically work part-time with a focus on teaching. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right career path in academia.

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Infographic showing various Tenure Track Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,582 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

Tenure Track Faculty

Chicago, IL • On-site

Chicago State University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F260052P
Open Date
03/01/2026
Close Date
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Title
Tenure Track Faculty
Salary
$85,000 Annual
Benefits
This position is eligible for health, dental, life insurance and other benefits through Chicago State University. Click here for a complete list of benefits: https://csu.edu/humanresources/benefits.htm
Is Tenured/ Tenure Track
Yes
Full-time/ Part-time
Full-time
Job Description Summary
Chicago State University (CSU), is the oldest public university in the Chicago metropolitan area. Chicago State University is Illinois' only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI). CSU serves over 1,500 undergraduate students and nearly 900 graduate students. The university is a nationally accredited university with five colleges in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences and Pharmacy and proudly supports a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states.
Discover the latest advancements and milestones achieved by CSU in our Annual Report: https://www.csu.edu/president/annual_report.htm.
All faculty positions are governed by the tenets of a collective bargaining agreement. Faculty are hired, evaluated, retained, promoted, and tenured based on conditions covered in the union contract. Primary duties include teaching and related activities assigned during a 9- or 12-month year. It is expected that each Tenure Track (TT) faculty member will engage in all three activities of teaching, scholarship- including research, and service.
Teaching: Tenure Track (TT) faculty members are expected to teach four to six courses per year; develop syllabi, teaching materials, organize, analyze and present knowledge or materials related to courses taught; and collaborate with other faculty in the development of new courses and/or programs. In addition, faculty advise students, participate in professional development activities to be current in nursing and nursing education, as well as engage in assessment activities related to accreditation and program evaluation.
Research: TT faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly activity including research and/or other scholarly activities germane to nursing practice and nursing education, which results in publications and material as works in refereed, professional or general readership publications; submit and receive externally awarded grants; and, submit present at academic and professional conferences
Service: Faculty members are expected to serve on committees, programs, and/or special task forces at the department, college, university, professional, and community levels; assume leadership roles over time and as they increase in rank. These activities are not for compensation and have a relationship to the employees' assigned responsibilities and to the university.
Required Education
Masters in nursing from an accredited nursing program; doctorate in nursing or related field from an accredited university; candidates enrolled in doctoral programs will be considered
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Licensed or eligible for registered nurse licensure in the State of Illinois; at least three years of previous professional nursing practice experience; demonstrated teaching skills; expertise in basic nursing skills, health assessment, and care of adult patients across the life span and continuum of care; leadership; skilled in evidence-based practice
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching nursing at the baccalaureate level; record of scholarly activities
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