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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for chair professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chair Professor is a senior academic position awarded to distinguished scholars who have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching, and leadership within their field. This position often comes with additional responsibilities, such as leading research initiatives, mentoring junior faculty, and contributing to the strategic direction of their department or institution. Chair Professors may hold endowed chairs, meaning their position is funded by a specific donor or foundation, and they are recognized for their expertise and significant contributions to academia.

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To thrive as a Chair Professor, you need an extensive academic background, a PhD in the relevant field, a strong research portfolio, and a record of teaching excellence. Familiarity with research management software, academic publishing platforms, and grant application systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills help foster academic innovation and guide faculty and students. These skills and qualities are crucial for advancing research, maintaining high teaching standards, and shaping the strategic direction of the department or institution.

What are some common challenges chair professors face when balancing administrative duties with research and teaching responsibilities?

Chair Professors often juggle a wide range of responsibilities, including leading their department, mentoring junior faculty, conducting cutting-edge research, and maintaining a teaching schedule. One common challenge is managing time effectively to meet the demands of administrative leadership while still advancing personal research agendas and delivering high-quality instruction. Collaboration and delegation within the department, as well as setting clear priorities, are crucial strategies for maintaining this balance. Additionally, Chair Professors frequently serve as a bridge between faculty and university leadership, which can require strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

What is the difference between Chair Professor vs Associate Professor?

AspectChair ProfessorAssociate Professor
Required CredentialsDoctorate, extensive research, publications, often international recognitionDoctorate, research experience, publications
Work EnvironmentUniversity faculty, research-focused, often with administrative dutiesUniversity faculty, teaching and research responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research universitiesUniversities, colleges, research institutions

In summary, a Chair Professor is a senior academic with extensive research achievements and often holds a prestigious position within a university. An Associate Professor is an earlier career faculty member with significant research and teaching duties. The Chair Professor role typically involves more recognition, leadership, and research funding, whereas the Associate Professor focuses on developing their academic career.

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Infographic showing various Chair Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Professor and Chair, Anesthesiology

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$95K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description


The Department of Anesthesiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Professor & Chair. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Medicine, the successful candidate will:
  • Recruit, direct, and develop a faculty who, as a group, can provide the full range of anesthesia services, which includes:
    • 20 full-time clinical faculty that care for patients at University Hospital at Downstate and the ambulatory surgery unit at Kings County Hospital Center
    • A 4-year accredited Residency Program with 17 Residents at each training level
    • The College of Medicine Anesthesiology Clerkship with approximately 10 students per each two-week rotation
  • Be responsible for administrative operations of the academic Department of Anesthesiology in the College of Medicine.
  • Be responsible for the oversight and success of the academic mission of the department and its faculty throughout the DHSU academic system, including its teaching enterprise in medical student education (UME), resident education (GME), and Continuing Medical Education (CME), as well as the department's research enterprise.
  • Work with leadership of University Hospital at Downstate and its affiliated teaching hospitals (which include Kings County Hospital Center, Maimonides Medical Center, the Brooklyn Veteran's Administration Medical Center, and One Brooklyn Health) and with the Clinical Practice Management Plan (Downstate Health Physicians), the Chair will be responsible for oversight of the academic programs and the associated clinical enterprise.
  • Endeavor to advance faculty development in clinical and academic skills within the department and throughout the entire network.
  • Act in concert with the Chair of the Department of Surgery in providing oversight of the Operating Rooms, and in working to improve the efficiency of Perioperative Services.
  • Lead the faculty (both current and those recruited) at all sites in the development of innovative clinical and basic research initiatives, either independently or in collaboration with other investigators on our faculty, other schools, and community organizations. A reputation for path-breaking research will, in turn, enhance our ability to attract patients, referrals, and residents, creating the foundation for a new phase of departmental growth. It is expected that the faculty the Chair will recruit will significantly expand the range of services available to its patients while providing a superb educational experience for our residents and students.
  • Maintain and enhance Downstate's residency program and our clerkship offering for medical students. Our graduates have long been recognized as being well prepared to make significant contributions in their discipline, but we believe that we can further enhance the quality and reputation of these programs and will rely on the Chair and the faculty to devote considerable attention to this task. Together with Downstate's academic partners, these programs will prepare the next generation of leaders and practitioners in this field for careers in Brooklyn, New York City, and the nation, and carve a place for Downstate as a leading center for state of-the-art anesthesiology services.
  • Have the demonstrated capacity to foster an environment in which excellence in teaching, research and scholarship flourish, as well as experience in developing and leading clinical, educational and research programs. Candidates must have a record of effective administrative and fiscal leadership, national stature in academic Anesthesiology, demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce, excellent interpersonal skills, and positive interactions with faculty, students, and staff.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Medical Doctor Degree.
  • New York State Medical Licensure.
  • Board certified in Anesthesiology.
  • Qualified for appointment as Professor on tenure track with a significant history of academic leadership and productivity in scholarship.

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