Based on 3 job posts analysed by AcademicJobs.com, the higher education salary benchmark.
| Group | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | $282,600–$318,180 | 5 posts |
| Administrative and professional | $318,180 | 1 posts |
Academic roles
| Role | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer/Instructor | $282,600 | 3 posts |
| Research Assistant | $318,180 | 1 posts |
| Senior Lecturer | $282,600 | 1 posts |
Posted pay at University of the West Indies is grouped here by the role, not by one campus average.
Lecturer and instructor posts sit around $282,600.
Lecturer/Instructor accounts for the largest share of the 3 posts.
Administrative and professional is the highest paid of the groups with enough posts.
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Amounts use JMD and were updated October 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
💵 What is the average salary at University of the West Indies?
The median posted salary at University of the West Indies is $282,600.
📚 How much do lecturers earn at University of the West Indies?
Lecturers and instructors at University of the West Indies earn around $282,600.
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