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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Those of you who have never worked in academia have it wrong. It IS a scam, and the professors are being used by the schools. Here is an example: did you know that even a full professor, with tenure (top of the pecking order) has to bring in 85% of his/her salary with grant money (forever). Each grant usually lasts 2-5 years, so you are constantly seeking your next grant. Yes, the University only covers 15% of their salary (and makes a ton of "indirect costs" off all of the grants the bring in).

Successful researchers typically have a team of technicians, statisticians, coordinators: and the professor has to bring in 100% of their team's salaries (including benefits). It is not a cushy, relaxing, navel-gazing existence--trust me.[/quote]

Former college teacher here: I agree. The schools would hire for a year or two then roll you out to the next one. [b]Tenure track is elusive and handed out to the URMs that had the free ride in the first place.[/b] The salaries for most lower level teachers (that would be most) is ridiculous. It was a satisfying career but unaffordable after a few years. [/quote]

This is completely untrue.  “URMs” are underrepresented among faculty, especially TT and tenured faculty.

https://www.chronicle.com/interactives/where-are-the-minority-professors

https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2016/08/22/study-finds-gains-faculty-diversity-not-tenure-track

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