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Professor salary in Australia

How much does a Professor make in Australia?

Average base salary

$220,871

The average salary for a professor is $220,871 per year in Australia. 277 salaries reported, updated at 9 November 2026

Professor job openings in Australia

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Enterprise Professor/Fellow - ...
University of Melbourne4.3out of 5 stars.
Parkville VIC
$183,859 - $202,556 a year
Part-time
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Professor in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Central Queensland University
 
$230,002per year
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Flinders University
 
$216,208per year
The University of Western Aust...
 
$216,087per year
Western Sydney University
 
$215,608per year
Victoria University
 
$215,121per year
University of Melbourne
 
$213,214per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Professors

  1. Rockhampton QLD
    $240,322 per year
  2. Parramatta NSW
    $232,706 per year
  3. Canberra ACT
    $232,152 per year
  4. Joondalup WA
    $220,621 per year
  5. Edith Cowan University WA
    $220,621 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Professor

The average salary for a Professor is $220,871 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 277 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 9 November 2026.

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Professor salaries typically range between a low of $209,823 and a high of $232,501 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Professor include Central Queensland University ($230,002 per year) and Flinders University ($216,208 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Professor salary compares to related positions:

  • Adjunct Professor: Average $206,085 per year
  • Assistant Professor: Average $152,960 per year
  • Associate Professor: Average $168,973 per year
  • Professorship: Average $159,347 per year

How much do similar professions as Professor get paid in Australia?

Adjunct Professor

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Average $206,085 per year