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How much do associate professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate professor in Fishers, IN is $95,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,900.00 and $117,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 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.

Do you need a PhD to be an associate professor?

Yes, most academic institutions require an associate professor to hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree. This qualification demonstrates expertise in the field and is typically necessary for tenure-track faculty positions at universities. Additional requirements may include teaching experience, research publications, and service contributions.
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Infographic showing various Associate Professor job openings in Fishers, IN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,876 per year, or $46.1 per hour.

Assistant, Associate/Full Professor

Indiana University Academic Positions

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Title Assistant, Associate/Full Professor Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Indianapolis School of Science Location Indianapolis Position Summary
Full, Associate, or Assistant Professor
Indiana University Indianapolis School of Science

The School of Science (SoS) at Indiana University Indianapolis (IU Indianapolis) and newly established IU Convergent Biosciences and Technology Institute (CBATI)invite applications for tenured or tenure-track faculty positions, available at all levels, focused on advancing knowledge and developing innovative solutions in proteomics and allied fields. This interdisciplinary institute fosters collaboration across a wide range of fields to address critical challenges related to regenerative biology, chemistry, medicine, hybrid biomaterials, tissue engineering, stem cell research, aging, and technology development. Candidates should be dynamic researchers with a commitment to interdisciplinary research, teaching, and service that aligns with the missions of SoS and CBATI. The tenure home of the selected candidates will be in one of six departments within the SoS: Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physics, or Psychology.
Applicants should have demonstrated experience in one or more fields of proteomics or other allied fields, such as structural proteomics/biophysics, quantitative proteomics, discovery/shotgun proteomics, imaging mass spectrometry, native mass spectrometry, metabolomics, lipidomics, glycomics, or next-gen proteomics sequencing and are expected to apply innovative approaches to address fundamental or translational biological questions relevant to the interests and goals of CBATI. A particular emphasis will be placed on research areas related to translational omics, biomarker development, and technology development. Successful candidates will have a laboratory in the state-of-the-art research space at CBATI. They will be expected to develop and maintain a nationally and internationally recognized extramurally funded research program and be committed to the education and outreach missions of CBATI, the recruiting department, SoS, and IU Indianapolis.
Specifically, we are seeking candidates with strong track records in the following research areas:
  • Translational Omics and Biomarker Development: Expertise in any or several of the following fields of omics. For example: Contribute to translational research programs integrating proteomics to identify clinically actionable protein biomarkers and therapeutic targets; Apply lipidomics to uncover lipid-based mechanisms and signatures relevant to disease progression and treatment response; Employ glycomics to support the discovery of glycan alterations with diagnostic and prognostic value in human health in virology/immunology and/or large molecule biotherapeutics; Leverage metabolomics to translate metabolic profiles into insights for precision medicine and patient stratification. The goal is the application of omics or multi-omics pipelines that bridge bench research with bedside applications.
  • Technology Development: This field focuses on developing mass spectrometry, next-gen/nanopore or other omics technologies. Such technologies could include advances in molecular imaging, characterization of proteins and protein-ligand, protein-drug, protein-protein, and protein-RNA/DNA complex structures and dynamics, especially those with therapeutic potential, vertical advances in omics sample preparation/single cell omics, characterization of biomolecule modifications, and other forms of technology development advancing clinical and medicine/precision medicine applications.

The successful candidates are expected to:
  • Develop and maintain a robust, externally funded research program aligned with the missions of SoS and CBATI.
  • Collaborate across disciplines within the School and the Institute to drive innovative research that addresses critical bioscience challenges.
  • Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in their home department.
  • Mentor and advise students, contributing to a diverse and inclusive academic community.
  • Engage in service activities within the Department, School, Institute, University, and broader Indiana community.

The successful candidates will have the following desired qualifications:
  • Education: Ph.D. in life, health, or physical sciences or related fields.
  • Research Experience: All applicants should provide evidence of a strong record of scholarship in one or more of the identified research areas, with a demonstrated ability to secure external funding. Current and past record of external funding is highly desirable.
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: All applicants need to show a strong commitment to working in a multidisciplinary environment with researchers from a range of scientific backgrounds.
  • Teaching and Mentoring: All applicants should indicate evidence of effective teaching and commitment to fostering a respectful, and inclusive learning and working environments for students and colleagues.

Applicants should submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, a detailed description of their research program, a statement of teaching philosophy, and names with contact information of three references when completing the online application. References will be contacted upon application submission by a system-generated email providing instructions and a link to upload their reference letter.
As the state's premier urban research institution, IU Indianapolis is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive campus community. We seek candidates who will pursue the highest standards of academic excellence and whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to welcoming, respectful, and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty.
The IU Indianapolis School of Science is a hub for scientific research and education, offering a range of undergraduate and graduate (MS and PhD) programs across disciplines, including biology, chemistry, earth and environmental sciences, forensic and investigational sciences, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, and psychology. With state-of-the-art facilities and close ties to Indianapolis' thriving healthcare, biotech, and life sciences sectors, the school fosters interdisciplinary research and innovation, and prepares students for careers in science, medicine, technology, and education through hands-on research and collaboration with leading industry and academic partners.
The IU Indianapolis campus, with over 21,000 students, is located adjacent to downtown Indianapolis. IU Indianapolis is the health and life science campus of Indiana University, the focal point of health profession education in the State of Indiana. IU Indianapolis offers a full range of academic programs and is an academic leader in the life and health sciences. The School of Science and O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs in Indianapolis are on the academic Medical Center Campus, home to the Indiana University School of Medicine, the largest medical school in the U.S.. Both schools have formed key research partnerships with the IU School of Medicine and the Regenstrief Institute, an internationally recognized medical informatics research center. The schools also enjoy collaborations with the Roudebush VA Medical Center, IU Health (one of the largest health care organizations in the Midwest), and the IU Schools of Nursing, Public Health, Public and Environmental Affairs, Informatics, Computing, and Engineering. IU faculty have access to state-of-the art computing resources. IU's Quartz supercomputer, Big Red 200 is among the world's fastest research supercomputers. Owned and operated solely by IU, these high-performance resources are designed to accelerate discovery in a wide variety of fields, including biomedicine, biotechnology, health care, and enable effective analysis of large, complex biomedical data sets (i.e., big data). Overall, IU Indianapolis research contributes significantly to the Indiana State economy, with an estimated $672 million generated in economic activity from NIH-funded projects alone. This growth aligns with the IU 2030 strategic plan, aiming to support Indiana's economic and health needs through expanded research infrastructure and collaboration across IU campuses.


Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2025 , and continue until the position(s) are filled.
School contact for questions: Dr. Rajeev R. Raje, e-mail: address rraje@iu.edu
Basic Qualifications
  • Education: Ph.D. in life, health, or physical sciences or related fields.


Department Contact for Questions
Dr. Rajeev R. Raje
e-mail address:rraje@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications
Evidence of external funding and teaching
Salary and Rank Commensurate with experience and qualifications Special Instructions
Applicants should submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, a detailed description of research program, and a statement of teaching. Also provide names and contact information for three references.
For Best Consideration Date 09/30/2025 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101131-2024

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