Zhen Gao
Assistant Professor / Associate Director
Employer
McMaster UniversityProvince
OntarioYear
2023Sector
UniversitiesJob Title
Assistant Professor / Associate DirectorCompensation at a Glance
Latest (2025)
$184,812.93
-1.6% YoY
Career Earnings
$529,395.76
3 years on record
Career High
$187,838.62
in 2024
Average Annual
$176,465.25
+18% total growth
2023 Compensation Breakdown
Salary
$156,242.85
Benefits
$501.36
Compensation History
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Compensation History
| Year | Compensation | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $184,812.93 | -1.6% |
| 2024 | $187,838.62 | +19.8% |
| 2023 | $156,744.21 | – |
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