41200

University professors and lecturers

TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Education, law, social & government services

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Definition

University professors and lecturers teach courses to undergraduate and graduate students and conduct research at universities. University professors who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Teach one or more university subjects to undergraduate and graduate students
Prepare and deliver lectures to students and conduct laboratory sessions or discussion groups
Prepare, administer and grade examinations, laboratory assignments and reports
Advise students on course and academic matters and career decisions
Direct research programs of graduate students and advise on research matters
Conduct research in field of specialization and publish findings in scholarly journals or books
May serve on faculty committees dealing with such matters as curriculum planning and degree requirements, and perform a variety of administrative duties
May represent their universities as speakers and guest lecturers
May provide professional consultative services to government, industry and private individuals.
University professors and lecturers specialize in a particular subject matter such as biology, chemistry, anatomy, sociology, business administration or law.

Example job titles

•botany assistant professor - university
•computer science professor - university
•engineering instructor - university
•English professor - university
•food sciences department chairperson - university
•French language professor - university
•geography department head - university
•lecturer - university

Overview

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, university professors and lecturers are classified under NOC code 41200 in TEER 1. This unit group comprises academic professionals who prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and graduate students, conduct original research, publish scholarly articles, and advise students on academic and career matters. They may also direct research programs for graduate students and participate in departmental or faculty committees at post-secondary institutions.

To qualify for employment under NOC 41200, a Ph.D. in the field of specialization is typically required, though a master's degree may be sufficient for some lecturer roles. Those teaching in regulated professions (such as medicine, law, or engineering) must also hold professional registration or licensure. Since this is a high-skilled TEER 1 occupation, experienced professionals may be eligible for Canadian permanent residency through federal economic immigration pathways like Express Entry (including the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class) as well as targeted Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a licensed immigration professional for official guidance.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.