visiting professor

American  

noun

1. a professor from another institution invited to teach at a university or college for a limited period, usually for a semester or one academic year.

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visiting professor British  

noun

1. a professor invited to teach in a college or university other than his own, often in another country, for a certain period, such as a term or year

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Etymology

Origin of visiting professor

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Oxford University visiting professor Jose Manuel Puente said easing sanctions would improve expectations and attract US and global investment.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

“That gives some amount of space for India to maneuver,” said Harsh Pant, a visiting professor at the India Institute at King’s College London.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

The research stems from Rocha's postdoctoral work, supported by FAPESP, carried out during his period as a visiting professor at UNIFAL.

From Science Daily • Nov. 28, 2025

Dr James Wright, an AI specialist and visiting professor at Queen Mary University of London, spent seven months observing them.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

“It’s a big deal to be offered this visiting professor fellowship,” Mom said.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez