University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salary in the United States

How much does an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences in the United States is $142,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,447
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,790 to $164,690
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,220
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75th Percentile $164,690 $13,724 $3,167 $79
Average $142,990 $11,916 $2,750 $69
25th Percentile $124,790 $10,399 $2,400 $60
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Key Factors That Influence University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salaries

An University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $135,656
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $137,014
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,557
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,730
  • Expert (over 8 years): $141,632
Levels Salary
Entry Level University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences$135,656
Intermediate Level University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences$137,014
Senior Level University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences$137,557
Specialist Level University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences$139,730
Expert Level University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences$141,632
$135,656 0 yr
$137,014 < 2 yrs
$137,557 2-4 yrs
$139,730 5-8 yrs
$141,632 > 8 yrs
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How Do University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $158,290.
  • California: $157,690.
  • Massachusetts: $155,590.

Top Paying Cities for University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $180,290
  • San Francisco: $178,490
  • Oakland: $174,590

What Skills Can Increase an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.5% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Academic Advising (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Academic advising is, according to the National Academic Advising Association, "a series of intentional interactions with a curriculum, a pedagogy, and a set of student learning outcomes. Academic advising synthesizes and contextualizes students' educational experiences within the frameworks of their aspirations, abilities and lives to extend learning beyond campus boundaries and timeframes."
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
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Leadership 12.5%
Academic Advising 2.08%
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How Education impacts an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $135,562 and $161,948).

University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 100.0%
High School 0.0%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 100.0%
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University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $164,690 $13,724 $3,167 $79
Average $142,990 $11,916 $2,750 $69
25th Percentile $124,790 $10,399 $2,400 $60

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Salary Trends for University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences

Salaries for an University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,867 in 2023 to around $53,962 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of University Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences salary trends, .

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