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Richmond, VA · On-site

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How much do associate professor professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate professor professor in the United States is $102,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Professor Professor vs Assistant Professor?

AspectAssociate ProfessorAssistant Professor
Required CredentialsDoctorate, significant research, teaching experienceDoctorate or near completion, teaching experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentHigher education institutions, research-focusedEntry-level faculty, teaching and research duties
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, academic researchUniversities, colleges, academic research
Common Search & ComparisonMore experienced, tenure-track facultyEarly career faculty, starting academic roles

The main difference between Associate Professor and Assistant Professor lies in experience, credentials, and career stage. Associate Professors typically have more research, teaching, and service experience, often holding tenure or being on a tenure track. Assistant Professors are usually early in their academic careers, focusing on establishing their research and teaching credentials. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career progression in academia.

Do I need a PhD to be an associate professor?

Yes, most academic institutions require an associate professor to hold a doctoral degree, such as a PhD, along with significant research, teaching experience, and a strong publication record. Some institutions may consider candidates with equivalent qualifications or professional experience in certain fields. A PhD is generally essential for career advancement in academia at this level.

How long does it take for an associate professor to become a professor?

Typically, an associate professor advances to full professor after 5 to 7 years of successful teaching, research, and service, though this timeline can vary by institution and discipline. Promotion usually requires a strong record of publications, grants, and contributions to the academic community.
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Infographic showing various Associate Professor Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,431 per year, or $49.2 per hour.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR - INSTRUCTION

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans

New Orleans, LA • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Title: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR - INSTRUCTION

Employee Type: Faculty

Department: LSUNO Anatomy

Campus Location: ANATOMY

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans is seeking a candidate for an academic faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor on the Instruction (non-tenure) track. This individual will contribute to the departmental mission in a team-teaching oriented environment.
The successful candidate will have the ability to immediately instruct in Gross Anatomy. Candidates with experience in cadaveric dissection in a health science center environment will be given prioritized consideration. Expertise in one or more of the following fields is preferred but not required: neuroanatomy, embryology and histology. Applicants must have completed the requirements for a PhD, MD, or DPT by the hire date at the Assistant Professor level, and for higher ranks they should have teaching experience commensurate with the desired rank. Teaching duties may be assigned within the multiple health professional schools of the LSU Health Sciences Center (Medicine, Dentistry, Allied Health and Nursing). We are looking for dedicated educators, participation in educational research is preferred but not required.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: PhD or MD

Substitution: DPT or equivalent

Additional Information About Our School/Department

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits

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