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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for energy professor in the United States is $114,792.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,500.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEnergy Professor
Required CredentialsTypically requires a Ph.D. or master's degree in energy, engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, research labs, universities
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While both roles focus on energy, an Energy Professor primarily teaches and conducts research in academic settings, whereas an Energy Analyst evaluates energy markets and data for companies or agencies. The roles differ mainly in their work environment and focus, with professors emphasizing education and research, and analysts concentrating on industry analysis and decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Energy Professor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,792 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

Adjunct Professor - Energy Systems Management

Campus, IL

University of San Francisco
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$2.2K/wk

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Job description

Job Title:

Adjunct Professor - Energy Systems Management

Job Summary:

The University of San Francisco's Energy Systems Management program seeks adjunct professors for the 2025-2026 academic year from the field of energy, engineering, earth or natural sciences, policy or related sub-disciplines or interdisciplinary programs who can teach one or more of the following graduate courses: Quantitative Methods (Energy and the Earth System); Electricity Systems; Integrated Resource Planning; Energy Modelling; Energy Technologies; Energy Policy.

Full Job Description:

The Energy Systems Management program seeks candidates from the field of energy, engineering, earth or natural sciences, policy or related sub-disciplines or interdisciplinary programs who can teach one or more of the following graduate courses: Quantitative Methods; Electricity Systems; Integrated Resource Planning; Energy Modelling; Energy Technologies; Energy Policy.


Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track, academic positions vary from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program.

Appointments are offered on a course-by-course basis, and appointment length is based upon the course section schedule(s). Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.


The academic calendar, including dates for our teaching semesters, are here: https://myusf.usfca.edu/registration/academic-calendar.

Part-time faculty at USF are unionized and benefits are listed on the USF Part Time Faculty Association's website here: https://www.usfptfa.org.

Minimum qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Energy, Engineering, or a related field or interdisciplinary program is strongly encouraged; advanced ABD candidates and Masters recipients with relevant experience will also be considered.

  • Energy industry experience is welcomed and valued.

  • Evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness at the university level and an understanding of and commitment to support the mission of the University are required.

  • The successful candidate must be committed to academic excellence and to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.


All applicants should submit the following information:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Evidence of teaching ability (e.g. sample syllabi and teaching evaluations)

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Part time

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$2,256 per unit

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