Assistant Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Political Methodology, to begin July 1, 2027, pending final budgetary approval. Candidates will be expected to sustain an active research and publication agenda and teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs.

A Ph.D. in Political Science, Economics, or Statistics is required at the time of appointment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at time of appointment.
• Candidates must demonstrate outstanding scholarship and promise for future development as scholars, instructors, and mentors.
• Applications submitted via Columbia University's ASR system.

Responsibilities

• Sustain an active research and publication agenda.
• Teach in both undergraduate and graduate programs at Columbia University.
• Mentor students and contribute to departmental life.

Skills

Research agenda

Teaching excellence

Mentoring

Scholarly communication

Education

PhD in Political Science, Economics, or Statistics

Job description

Columbia University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Political Methodology, to begin July 1, 2027, pending final budgetary approval. Candidates will be expected to sustain an active research and publication agenda and teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs.

A Ph.D. in Political Science, Economics, or Statistics is required at the time of appointment. All candidates must demonstrate outstanding scholarship and excellent promise for future development as scholars, instructors, and mentors. Applications must be made through Columbia University's Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system here https://apply.interfolio.com/190515. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and at least two article-length writing samples. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2026, and the search will remain open until filled.