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How much do medical professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical 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.

What is a medical professor?

Medical professors are educators and researchers who teach medical students, residents, and sometimes practicing physicians in universities or medical schools. They often conduct medical research, publish scholarly articles, and contribute to advancements in medical science. Their responsibilities include designing curricula, delivering lectures, mentoring students, and staying current with developments in medicine. Many medical professors also practice medicine or supervise clinical training. Their role is crucial in shaping future generations of healthcare professionals.

How does a medical professor typically balance teaching, research, and clinical duties?

Medical Professors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including lecturing students, conducting research, and sometimes practicing medicine in a clinical setting. Balancing these tasks requires strong time management and organizational skills, as schedules can vary based on institutional priorities and personal research interests. Collaboration is common, with professors working alongside colleagues on research projects and curriculum development, and often mentoring medical students or residents. Open communication with department leadership helps set clear expectations and manage workload distribution effectively.

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

To thrive as a Medical Professor, you need advanced medical knowledge, teaching experience, and typically an MD, DO, or PhD in a relevant medical field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), electronic medical records (EMRs), and medical research databases is commonly required. Exceptional communication, mentorship, and organizational skills distinguish outstanding educators in this role. These competencies ensure effective knowledge transfer, academic leadership, and the development of future healthcare professionals.

What is the difference between Medical Professor vs Medical Researcher?

AspectMedical ProfessorMedical Researcher
Required CredentialsMedical degree (MD or DO), often with a PhD or additional qualifications, academic credentialsMedical degree or PhD, specialized research training, often with advanced degrees
Work EnvironmentUniversities, medical schools, academic institutions, lecture halls, laboratoriesResearch labs, academic institutions, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, medical schools, academic hospitalsResearch institutions, biotech and pharma companies, academic research centers

Medical Professors primarily focus on teaching, curriculum development, and academic leadership in medical schools. Medical Researchers concentrate on conducting scientific studies, experiments, and advancing medical knowledge through research. While both roles require advanced credentials and often overlap in academic settings, their core responsibilities differ: teaching versus research.

How much do medical professors get paid?

Medical professors typically earn between $150,000 and $250,000 annually, depending on experience, academic rank, and institution. Salaries may also include benefits such as research funding, sabbaticals, and healthcare coverage.

What does it take to become a medical professor?

To become a medical professor, individuals typically need a medical degree (MD or DO), completion of residency training, and significant clinical or research experience. Most also hold a doctoral degree such as a PhD in a related field and demonstrate expertise through publications, teaching, and professional contributions.
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Infographic showing various Medical Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,792 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

Pharmacologist - Med Faculty Open Rank

City University of New York

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$80.98 - $169.99/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

City University of New York rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

289th of 621 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Pharmacologist - Med Faculty Open RankFACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program), Post-baccalaureate Master’s program (1-year), and a Physician Assistant Master's Degree (27 months program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school's mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high quality, supremely competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York's medically under-served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect our student body.

The CUNY SoM has five departments: Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) was formed through the merger of several basic science departments and represents one of the four departments in the school (Community Health and Social Medicine, Medical Education, and Clinical Medicine). All departments play a critical role in our mission-driven BS/MD program, post-bac program and Physician Assistant program through the teaching of the basic science curriculum and by conducting extramurally funded research. The research agenda of the current members of the departments are centered on neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, cardiovascular disease, oncology, social determinants of health, and community health. The selected candidate will be placed in the most appropriate department based upon their credentials and experience.

Reporting to the Chair of either the MCBS, Medical Education, CHASM or Clinical Medicine department, duties include but at not limited to:

  • Provide leadership in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate medical education programs.

  • Deliver high-quality classroom, clinical, laboratory, and bedside teaching to medical students, PA students and other healthcare trainees.

  • Develop, review, and enhance curricula, educational resources, and assessment strategies to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and advances in medical practice.

  • Assess learner performance through examinations, clinical evaluations, competency-based assessments, and other educational activities.

  • Supervise and mentor medical students, PA students, and other train academic, clinical, and professional development.

  • Maintain an active program of scholarly activity through educational research, clinical research, publications, presentations, and other academic contributions.

  • Participate in and lead interdisciplinary clinical, educational, and research initiatives that promote excellence in patient care and medical education.

  • Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, evidence-based practice, and innovation in clinical and educational settings.

  • Provide academic and administrative leadership in program development, accreditation activities, faculty development, and strategic planning initiatives.

  • Serve on departmental, institutional, and university committees, contributing to governance, policy development, community engagement, and institutional advancement.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.O., M.D., or equivalent).

  • Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology.

PREFERRED:

  • Experience in teaching, training, or mentoring, preferably in a higher education setting.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to engage, motivate, and support student learning.

  • Commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.

  • Previous teaching experience in a higher education institution.

  • Experience with curriculum development and instructional design.

  • Record of scholarly research and publications.

  • Membership in relevant professional organizations.

  • Experience contributing to academic program development and assessment.

COMPENSATIONMedical Faculty (Open Rank)

Tenure-Track Appointments

  • Medical Assistant Professor (Basic Science): $80,982 - $128,748

  • Medical Associate Professor (Basic Science): $100,052 - $149,375

  • Medical Professor (Basic Science): $119,128 - $169,995

Non-Tenure-Track Appointments

  • Medical Clinical Professor (Med Series): $79,127 - $227,755

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

  • CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.
  • We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on July 28, 2026.

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CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID:

32492

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CUNY School of Medicine

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