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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for professor in Delaware is $114,891.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,600.00 and $121,600.00 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 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 are professors and what do they 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 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.

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Infographic showing various Professor job openings in Delaware as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,891 per year, or $55.2 per hour.
Jeanne K. Buxbaum Professor

Jeanne K. Buxbaum Professor

University of Delaware

Newark, DE

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Posted 17 days ago

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Jeanne K. Buxbaum Professor

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College / VP Area: College of Health Sciences
Work type: Faculty
Location: Newark, DE
Categories: Nursing, Full Time

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School of Nursing/College of Health Sciences

Dr. Jeanne K. Buxbaum Endowed Chair and Professor of Nursing Science

The School of Nursing in the College of Health Sciences at the University of Delaware invites applications for a senior level tenured Jeanne K Buxbaum Endowed Chair and Professor (Full) of Nursing Science position. Candidates must be distinguished gerontology scholars, with demonstrated success in community-engaged, translational, and/or implementation science approaches to improving the health and well-being of older adults. This endowed chair and professorship includes a program coordinator support position and is a 5-year tenure-line, renewable upon successful review.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctorate in Nursing or related sciences (e.g., PhD, DNP, EdD)
  • US RN licensure, Delaware RN eligible
  • Eligible to be approved for a tenured full professor appointment
  • Demonstrated record of extramural funding as Principal Investigator in the area of  aging studies/gerontology using translational, community-engaged, implementation science or related frameworks
  • Must possess innovative and creative ideas about the future of community-based research on healthy aging
  • Experience mentoring students as well as early career community-engaged nurse-scientists
  • Strong written and oral communication skills for both professional and general audiences

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and maintain an extramurally funded scholarly program in aging studies/gerontology with a community engagement focus
  • Strengthen collaborations with external partners with the goal of increasing the impact and dissemination of evidence based research and practices for healthy aging in Delaware and the region
  • Cultivate and lead opportunities for  student involvement in community-based gerontology and healthy aging initiatives and scholarly projects
  • Teach in area of expertise (graduate or undergraduate); recruit and mentor PhD students in the area of gerontology/aging
  • Contribute to a welcoming campus environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion

GENERAL INFORMATION: The School of Nursing (http://www.udel.edu/nursing/) is a thriving academic unit with over 35 faculty, approximately 656 undergraduate students and 82 graduate students. Recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National League of Nursing, and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the School offers innovative, dynamic BSN, MSN and Certificate program in Nursing Education, MSN and DNP in NP specialties, and post-master's and post-baccalaureate doctoral programs, including the DNP and a PhD in Nursing Science, spanning face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online programs. The School's undergraduate nursing program is currently ranked #74 out of 686 by the 2025 U.S. News & World Report. The School of Nursing has a strong drive to continue growing its research program in areas of aging, biobehavioral science, clinical research, disease prevention, and health equity. The School of Nursing emphasizes interdisciplinary and translational research, interpersonal education and service to the community in an environment that supports diversity and inclusion. The School also houses the interdisciplinary Nurse Managed Primary Care Center (NMPCC), an innovative, evidence-based practice that provides prevention and wellness services, chronic disease management, mental health care, and Parkinson's disease treatment to a diverse patient population. In addition, the School of Nursing was awarded a membership certificate by the National Hartford Center for Gerontological Excellence and the School of Nursing's Center for Simulation Innovation, Interdisciplinary Education and Entrepreneurship (CSIIDEE) received accreditation in the area of Teaching/Education by the Society for Simulation and Healthcare.

The College of Health Sciences is a dynamic, innovative academic unit with more than 3,400 undergraduate and graduate students and 131 faculty, who are nationally recognized leaders across multiple disciplines. The College is housed in multiple buildings on the traditional main campus, but also is an anchor tenant of the University's Science, Technology, and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus. STAR has become an exciting center that combines business, research and education, focused on leading topics in health science, biopharmaceuticals, data science, engineering, finance and other cross-cutting fields of study. The School of Nursing (SON) is one of seven academic units in the college. The other academic units include Communication Sciences and Disorders, Epidemiology, Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology (ranked #7 nationally according to the National Academy of Kinesiology), Medical and Molecular Sciences, and Physical Therapy (ranked #2 nationally by US News and World Report). With annual research expenditures of approximately $20 million, the college currently houses a number of large, interdisciplinary grants with significant funding from the NIH and DoD. The college boasts strong research teams in the areas of neurological disorders, cardiovascular health, and other chronic disease conditions, as well as rehabilitation science and concussion. The college also houses and supports the Partnership for Health Communities that serves as a community-engagement hub for the University of Delaware. The PHC fosters meaningful collaborations to promote health equity and improve quality of life across Delaware communities. Leveraging university resources and expertise, PHC works with a wide range of stakeholders to address social determinants of health, reduce disparities, and support communities experiencing health inequities. Through community-engaged scholarship, PHC amplifies local voices, supports state health initiatives, and connects academic research to real-world solutions.  

One of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States, the University of Delaware has a rich history of contributing scientific insights and new ideas, fostering enlightenment, transforming lives and changing the world. Today under the leadership of President Dennis Assanis, the University is committed to building on this legacy to meet the complex challenges facing the globe. The University's foremost priority remains to ensure the success of every student, and this commitment dates back to our roots as a small private academy founded in 1743. From that early school, which educated three signers of the Declaration of Independence, UD has grown into a research-intensive, technologically advanced institution that is at the forefront of innovation in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the community.

Located in scenic Newark, Delaware, within 2 hours of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., the University is a Land Grant, Sea Grant, Space Grant, and Carnegie Research University (with very high research activity, a designation accorded to fewer than 3% of degree-granting institutions in the U.S.), and with external funding exceeding $200 million. A state-assisted, privately governed institution, the University enrolls approximately 18,600 undergraduates and 4,500 graduate students.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:  Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Faculty at the University have regularly received annual cost-of-living and merit salary increases and the benefits package is one of the best in the nation. Relocation and start-up funds are available. 

TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The position  start date is August 1, 2025. Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence and references will be contacted only with the candidate's permission. Applicants should upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae (CV), and contact information for three references. The letter of application and CV will be shared with the search committee. For information contact Pia Inguito, PhD, RN, Search Committee Chair, at pia@udel.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

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