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How much do tenure track faculty jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for tenure track faculty in the United States is $70,582.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tenure track faculty?

Tenure track faculty are academic professionals hired by colleges or universities with the potential to earn tenure—a permanent and secure faculty position—after a probationary period, typically lasting six to seven years. During this period, faculty members are evaluated on their teaching, research, and service contributions to the institution. Achieving tenure provides job security and academic freedom, allowing faculty to pursue research and teaching interests without the risk of non-renewal of their contracts for arbitrary reasons. Tenure track positions are highly competitive and often require a Ph.D. or terminal degree in the relevant field.

What are some common challenges new tenure track faculty members face during their first few years?

New tenure track faculty often find balancing teaching, research, and service responsibilities to be challenging, especially while adjusting to the expectations of their department and institution. Establishing a productive research agenda, building a network of collaborators, and securing funding through grants can also be demanding. Additionally, learning how to effectively mentor students and contribute to departmental committees requires strong time management and adaptability. Support from colleagues, clear communication with department leadership, and utilizing institutional resources can help ease these transitions.

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

To thrive as a Tenure Track Faculty, you need a doctoral degree in your field, a strong research background, and a proven record of scholarly publication. Familiarity with academic research databases, grant application systems, and learning management platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and time management skills help faculty excel in teaching, advising students, and collaborating with colleagues. These competencies are essential for meeting research, teaching, and service expectations and achieving tenure in an academic environment.

What is the difference between Tenure Track Faculty vs Adjunct Faculty?

AspectTenure Track FacultyAdjunct Faculty
CredentialsDoctorate or equivalent in fieldMaster's degree or higher, depending on course
Work EnvironmentFull-time, academic institutionPart-time, often contract-based
Employment StatusProbation period leading to tenureTemporary, contract-based
ResponsibilitiesTeaching, research, servicePrimarily teaching

Tenure Track Faculty and Adjunct Faculty differ mainly in job security, responsibilities, and employment status. Tenure Track Faculty pursue a permanent position with research and service duties, while Adjunct Faculty typically work part-time with a focus on teaching. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right career path in academia.

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Infographic showing various Tenure Track Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,582 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

Tenure-Track Faculty Position

San Francisco, CA • On-site

University of California, San Francisco
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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$126K - $197K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

University Of California San Francisco rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

236th of 633 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Application Window
Open date: August 13, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Sunday, Feb 13, 2028 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Physiology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) invites applications for a tenure-track position. We welcome outstanding candidates whose research employs modern techniques and approaches to address fundamental questions in integrative physiology, including cell, tissue, and organ function. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. degree at the time of application. Our department is home to world-renowned laboratories for pioneering research in membrane physiology, cell biology, neuroscience, and metabolism . In addition, the UCSF Mission Bay campus offers a vibrant atmosphere for collaboration among basic science and clinical departments, as well as state-of-the-art research facilities. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a cutting-edge, independent research program and actively participate in graduate and postdoctoral training. The candidate would be eligible to apply to one or more of our top-ranked interdisciplinary graduate programs and other relevant research groups. Like all faculty at UCSF, the candidate will be expected to contribute to graduate teaching, serve as a leader in inclusive mentoring practices, and participate in activities that promote equity and inclusion at our institution and in the broader scientific community. Service and teaching expectations are comparable to those of any other UCSF tenure-track faculty position. Faculty appointment will be made at a professorial rank commensurate with current academic standing. UCSF offers competitive salaries, research funds, and recruitment allowances, and has numerous opportunities for faculty development and mentorship training.
Please apply online , with a CV, cover letter, statement of research, and three reference letters.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5 The minimum base salary range for this position is $126,800-$197,200. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
  • Cover Letter
  • Statement of Research
  • Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 letters of reference required

About UC San Francisco
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Job location
San Francisco, CA

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