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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate professor in Missouri is $96,081.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,100.00 and $118,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate professor?

An associate professor teaches at a college or university campus and ranks below a full professor. As an associate professor, you still perform the primary job duties of a full professor, such as interacting with students, grading classroom assignments, assisting students with study techniques, and developing lesson plans. You may also spend part of your career working on research projects and writing articles for academic journals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Professor, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a doctoral degree in your field, and a record of research and scholarly publication. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), academic databases, and research software is typically required. Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster student engagement and productive collegial relationships. These competencies are essential for effective teaching, impactful research, and meaningful contributions to academic communities.

What are some common challenges faced by associate professors when balancing research, teaching, and service responsibilities?

Associate Professors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including conducting research, teaching courses, mentoring students, and participating in departmental or university service. Balancing these can be challenging, especially when research expectations remain high while teaching loads and committee work increase after promotion. Successful Associate Professors typically develop strong time-management skills, collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, and seek mentorship or support from their academic community. Proactive planning and clear communication with department leadership can also help manage these competing demands.

What is the difference between Associate Professor vs Assistant Professor?

AspectAssociate ProfessorAssistant Professor
Required CredentialsDoctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent), significant research and teaching experienceDoctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent), typically early in academic career
Work EnvironmentUniversity faculty, involved in teaching, research, and serviceUniversity faculty, primarily focused on teaching and beginning research
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research universitiesHigher education institutions, research universities

In summary, an Associate Professor is a more senior academic role with extensive research and teaching experience, while an Assistant Professor is an entry-level faculty position focused on developing research and teaching skills.

Do you need a PhD to be an associate professor?

Typically, an associate professor position requires a doctoral degree, such as a PhD, along with significant research, teaching experience, and a strong publication record. While requirements can vary by institution and field, having a PhD is generally essential for this academic rank.
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Infographic showing various Associate Professor job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,081 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

KCOM - Assistant/Associate Professor Microbiology Immunology

Kirksville, MO • On-site

A T Still University of Health Sciences
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Present 20-40 lectures per year to students enrolled in microbiology, immunology, and infectious diseases courses.

  • Develop and revise learning objectives, lecture materials, supplemental media, and assessment tools for courses.

  • Develop and teach wet labs for Medical Microbiology and Immunology.

Job description

Description

A. T. Still University's Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) is seeking a full-time, exempt Assistant/Associate Professor of Microbiology/Immunology on the Kirksville, Missouri campus. The functions of this faculty member are to teach, advance biomedical research and perform service to support the college and university. This position reports to the Chair of the Microbiology/Immunology Department. 


Duties & Responsibilities 

  • Present 20-40 lectures per year to medical, dental, and biomedical sciences students enrolled in the Medical Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases courses at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, and in the Biomedical Sciences & Dental Sciences course at the Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health.
  •  Develop and/or revise learning objectives, lecture notes, slideshows, supplemental media (e.g., videos or podcasts) and assessment tools for these courses.
  • Develop cases and facilitate small group case-based exercises for department courses.
  • Develop and teach wet labs for Medical Microbiology and Immunology.
  • Collaborate with faculty in the basic science and clinical departments to develop and deliver interdisciplinary educational content.
  • Develop an independent research program in the field of medical microbiology (preferred), or immunology.
  • Show evidence of research productivity by publishing results in refereed journals and presenting findings at national or international research conferences.
  • Seek extramural funding within 3 years of hiring. 
  • Mentor biomedical, medical, and/or dental students in research projects.
  • Interview applicants for the medical and biomedical sciences programs.
  • Serve on college and university committees as assigned.
  •  Write COMLEX board questions and/or serve on NBOME item review committees.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean of KCOM.



Requirements

Education & Experience 

  • A PhD, MD, DMD or equivalent doctoral degree is required. 
  • Two years postdoctoral experience or the equivalent is also required. Preference is given to applicants who have prior teaching experience at the graduate or professional school level.
  • At least two years of postdoctoral research experience or the equivalent is required. 
  • Knowledge of one or more of the following: virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, infectious diseases, immunology, cell biology, molecular biology.
  • Ability to present clear, concise, and engaging lectures to a pre-doctoral audience.
  • Ability to facilitate and assess student performance in the small group setting.
  • Ability to develop innovative teaching, learning, and assessment tools and techniques.
  • Ability to effectively utilize the communication and technical skills required to conduct a competitive and successful research program.
  • The applicant must be willing to work with all students, faculty, staff, and administration in a collegial and
  • professional manner.
  • The applicant must have excellent communication skills in lecture (large-audience), small group, and
  • individualized settings.
  • The applicant should be personable, with a positive attitude.
  • The applicant should be organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and open to new ideas.
  • The applicant should be resilient and tenacious while pursuing external grants to support their research.


ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits.


A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

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