Derek Chu
Assistant Professor
Employer
McMaster UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2023Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
Assistant ProfessorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$135,652.39
-31.0% YoY
Career Earnings
$480,014.74
3 years on record
Career High
$196,464.99
in 2024
Average Annual
$160,004.91
-8% total growth
2023 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$147,489.60
Benefits
$407.76
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,652.39 | -31.0% |
| 2024 | $196,464.99 | +32.8% |
| 2023 | $147,897.36 | – |
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