A professor is someone who instructs students in a wide variety of academic and vocational subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.

What does a professor do at a university?

College professors are responsible for preparing course materials and teaching classes to graduate and undergraduate students. These courses may be in lecture, seminar, field study or laboratory formats. Many university professors also conduct related research in their field of expertise.

What should the role of the professor be?

Professors are expected to foster the research of other groups and individuals within the School, in the discipline and in related disciplines. They should introduce research students and colleagues to useful networks inside and outside the University.