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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate professor in Denver, PA is $98,374.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,900.00 and $121,000.00 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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Assistant or Associate Professor of Engineering

Elizabethtown, PA • On-site

Elizabethtown College
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Elizabethtown College School of Engineering and Computer Science is seeking an individual passionate about multidisciplinary undergraduate engineering education to join our dynamic faculty team. We invite applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Engineering to begin in August 2027. This position may be filled on either a tenure-track or teaching professor (non-tenure) track depending on the applicants' qualifications and interests. The position is full-time, nine months, and face-to-face (in-person) with rank determined based on qualifications.
We seek an innovative and engaging faculty member able to teach introductory Electrical Engineering courses (including Circuits) and contribute to the development and instruction of upper-level courses in electrical-related engineering sciences aligned with their expertise. Candidates with proficiency in electrical engineering and expertise in fields including electrical, computer, materials, mechatronics, biomedical, robotics, engineering physics, or aerospace engineering backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The School of Engineering and Computer Science offers a multidisciplinary Engineering program with nine concentrations and is nationally recognized for its mastery-based pedagogy and active engagement with ASEE and the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN). Recently ranked in the top 20% of undergraduate-focused engineering programs nationwide (#46 tie) by U.S. News & World Report, the program continues to grow in reputation for producing technically strong, socially responsible, and entrepreneurially minded graduates.
Required Qualifications
Tenure-Track Faculty (Assistant or Associate Professor)
  • Requires a Ph.D. awarded by August 2027 in an engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical or related field such as Computer, Materials, Biomedical, Mechatronics, Engineering Physics, or Aerospace Engineering).
  • Expected to develop and maintain an undergraduate-centered technical engineering research agenda consistent with Etown's scale and teaching mission
  • Typical load: 12 contact hours per week, including class sessions, labs, and project supervision.
  • Expected to teach Circuits and develop 1-2 upper-level electrical or related undergraduate courses in their area of expertise.

Teaching Professor (Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor)
  • Requires a Master's degree or higher in engineering or a closely related field, with industry experience preferred.
  • No research expectations.
  • Typical load: 15 contact hours per week, including class sessions, labs, and project supervision.
  • Primarily focused on introductory-level courses and labs in Electrical Engineering and related fields but may include instruction in upper-level undergraduate coursework.

Both positions require a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education and collaboration as well as effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and support students;
  • A demonstrated ability to incorporate active learning, project-based learning or other evidence-based teaching practices, which may include engagement with KEEN and ASEE;
  • A demonstrated ability to involve undergraduate students in research;
  • A multidisciplinary background enabling wide coverage of engineering courses.

Job Duties
  • Teaching undergraduate engineering and physics courses and labs that may include Circuits, Physics II (electromagnetism), upper-level electrical-related engineering electives, Introduction to Engineering, and Capstone Design.
  • Advising and mentoring undergraduate engineering students.
  • Serving the Department, School, and Institution, including interaction with prospective students and families, participation in ABET accreditation processes, and engagement with institutional shared governance.
  • Contribute to ECS's collaborative and innovative teaching culture.
  • Maintain and implement professional development plan.
  • For tenure-track candidates: Conduct scholarly activities leading to publication/presentation, particularly engineering sciences work in collaboration with undergraduate research students.

Application Instructions
All applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Tenure-track candidates must also submit a research statement; teaching-track candidates are not required to do so.
  • The cover letter (1-2 pages) should detail your specific interest in being a member of the Elizabethtown College community and discuss the unique values you would add to our educational experiences.
  • The teaching statement (3 pages maximum) should detail a philosophy of teaching and emphasize strategies you will use to engage and support students.
  • Contact information for three references who will be contacted by the Search Chair.
  • Tenure-track candidates only: The research statement (2 pages maximum) should address your plans for leading and publishing engineering sciences research at Elizabethtown College and explain how you might involve undergraduate students.

Applications received by September 15, 2026, will receive full consideration.
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Please note, due to payroll limitations employees of the college must reside in one of the following states: MD, ME, NJ, NC, PA & VA

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