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How much do professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for professor in California is $113,289.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,300.00 and $119,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professor?

A professor teaches courses at a college or a university in a specific subject. As a professor, your job duties consist of developing curricula, creating lessons, giving lectures, advising students, and grading coursework. Other responsibilities involve staying current in their field by performing research, reading academic materials, and attending conferences. You often start your academic career as an adjunct professor, working part-time and teaching a few courses. Some schools also have online courses run by online professors. After working for several years, college professors may gain tenure at their university, giving them a high level of job stability and freedom for their research.

What do professors do?

Professors are academic professionals who teach at colleges or universities. Their primary responsibilities include delivering lectures, conducting research, mentoring students, and publishing scholarly work. In addition to teaching, professors often participate in academic committees and contribute to curriculum development. They may also advise undergraduate and graduate students, supervise research projects, and engage in community or professional service. Professors typically specialize in a particular field of study and help advance knowledge in their discipline.

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

To thrive as a Professor, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a doctoral degree in your field, and a strong record of research and teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard), academic publishing platforms, and citation tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster student engagement and contribute to scholarly communities. These competencies ensure effective knowledge transfer, research innovation, and academic leadership.

How do professors typically balance teaching, research, and service responsibilities within a university setting?

Professors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including teaching courses, conducting research, and contributing to departmental or university service such as committee work or student advising. The specific balance can vary by institution and department, but most professors allocate set hours to prepare lectures, meet with students, and pursue research projects. Time management and prioritization are essential skills, as professors frequently need to meet deadlines for publications or grant applications while fulfilling their teaching and service commitments. Collaboration with colleagues, both within and outside the university, is common, and many professors find that building a supportive network helps manage these diverse tasks effectively.

What is the difference between Professor vs Lecturer?

AspectProfessorLecturer
Required CredentialsDoctorate degree, extensive research, and teaching experienceMaster's or Doctorate, often less research-focused
Work EnvironmentUniversities, research institutions, academic settingsUniversities, colleges, sometimes part-time or adjunct roles
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research-focusedEducational institutions, teaching-focused

Professors typically hold a doctorate, engage in research, and have a long-term academic role, whereas lecturers focus primarily on teaching and may have less emphasis on research. Both roles are common in higher education but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

How do I get a job as a professor?

To become a professor, typically a candidate needs a doctoral degree in their field, relevant research experience, and teaching skills. Academic positions often require publishing research, networking within the academic community, and applying through university job boards or professional associations.

Is there a demand for professors?

Professors are in steady demand in higher education institutions, especially in fields like science, technology, engineering, and healthcare. Employment growth varies by region and discipline but generally aligns with the expansion of post-secondary education and research activities.

What type of job is a professor?

A professor is an academic professional responsible for teaching, conducting research, and publishing scholarly work at colleges or universities. The role typically requires advanced degrees such as a master's or doctorate and involves a combination of classroom instruction, student mentorship, and research activities.
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Infographic showing various Professor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,289 per year, or $54.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor - Entrepreneurship

Miamioh

Benicia, CA

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor - Entrepreneurship

Department

Entrepreneurship Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-08-01

Job Description Summary

The Department of Entrepreneurship in the Farmer School of Business at Miami University invite applications for an Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship (tenure track) to teach courses in entrepreneurship; maintain an active research program and publish in highly regarded management and entrepreneurship journals; advise students; and provide service to the department, division and University. Appointment begins Fall 2027.

Job Description

We seek an active scholar and passionate educator to publish in top-tier management and entrepreneurship journals, teach high-impact undergraduate courses, mentor students, and contribute to our vibrant campus and regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Department of Entrepreneurship combines top-tier academic scholarship and rigorous empirical research with practice-based learning across several core pillars: startup and venture capital, social entrepreneurship and impact investing, corporate innovation, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Distinguishing Features:

  • Scholarly Excellence: Our faculty regularly publish in premier management and entrepreneurship journals, including AMJ, AMR, SMJ, SEJ, Strategy Science, JBV, ETP, JOM, JBE, and Organization Science.
  • Experiential Focus: High touch, personalized learning delivered by teacher-scholars with founder experience, and practice-based learning embedded in every course and co-curricular program.
  • Broad Impact: Interdisciplinary curriculum engaging students from every undergraduate major across campus, integrated deeply with local and national ecosystem builders.

For more information, please visit the Department of Entrepreneurship Webpage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship or a closely related field by date of appointment for appointment as Assistant Professor. ABDs may apply, but all degree requirements must be completed by the date of appointment (doctorate must be awarded by December 31, 2027, for appointment to the second year). Demonstrated commitment to instructional excellence and evidence of high-quality undergraduate teaching effectiveness.

Research Interests & Streams: We welcome scholars across various research streams in entrepreneurship and innovation. Consideration will be given to candidates with established research record in one of the following areas:

  • Social or environmental issues in entrepreneurship.
  • The impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies on venture creation.
  • Entrepreneurial finance.
  • Entrepreneurial ecosystems, economic development, or hybrid organizations.

Consideration will be given to candidates with a promising research pipeline targeted at leading management and entrepreneurship journals, backed by a strong foundation in empirical research (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods).

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Required Application Materials:
1.Cover Letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position
2.Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3.Research Statement outlining current projects and target journals
4.Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness/Performance (if available)

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquires may be directed to Professor Siddharth Vedula, search committee chair at vedulas@miamioh.edu or Professor Hessam Sarooghi, Department chair at saroogh@miamioh.edu.
Screening of applications will begin two weeks after posting and continue until the position is filled.
Search committee members will also be present at the Academy of Management conference to answer questions and connect with interested applicants.
Please note: We will not be conducting interviews at AOM and it is not required to speak with us at this conference to be considered for the position.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.


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