Lydia Chen
Assistant Professor
Employer
McMaster UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2025Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
Assistant ProfessorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$160,432.88
+27.0% YoY
Career Earnings
$410,422.37
3 years on record
Career High
$160,432.88
in 2025
Average Annual
$136,807.46
+30% total growth
2025 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$155,242.02
Benefits
$5,190.86
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $160,432.88 | +27.0% |
| 2024 | $126,337.28 | +2.2% |
| 2023 | $123,652.21 | – |
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