Asst. Prof.
Education & Academia abbreviation · Academic
| Stands for | Assistant professor |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
Asst. Prof. stands for Assistant professor, an academic abbreviation.
Entry-level rank for faculty on the tenure track in the US, typically held for about six years before review for tenure and promotion. Assistant professors build research programs, teach and serve on committees while working toward tenure.
Example: Jordan Lee, Asst. Prof. of Chemistry, will give the departmental seminar on Friday.
Usage notes
Also written Asst Prof or Ast. Prof. In the British system, the closest equivalent is lecturer, and at many UK universities the title "assistant professor" has been adopted. The rank does not mean the person assists another professor; it is an independent faculty position.
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