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Columbia University, Department of Physics

Position ID:
Columbia-Department of Physics-LID1 [#31987]
Position Title: 
Associate in Discipline/Lecturer in Discipline
Position Type:
Non-regular rank faculty
Position Location:
New York, New York 10027, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Physics / Any
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/04/23, listed until 2026/07/01)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Columbia University Department of Physics invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Associate in Discipline or Lecturer in Discipline, to begin July 1, 2026. This is a full-time, non-tenure track, one-year position, with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years contingent upon successful performance and curricular need. For an Associate in Discipline, an MA degree is required and for a Lecturer in Discipline, a PhD is required. The appointment requires teaching and grading multiple sections of introductory physics laboratory courses. There will be opportunities to contribute to the culture and evolution of the undergraduate program in physics. Application materials received by May 15, 2026 will receive full consideration. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Qualifications:

For an Associate in Discipline, an MA degree is required and for a Lecturer in Discipline, a PhD is required at the time of the appointment. Candidates should also have a strong background in both teaching and technical / laboratory work, with experience leading laboratory courses. Application Instructions

All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, statement of teaching philosophy to include a statement of goals for an undergraduate program in physics, and three letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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Contact: Ashley Delphia
Email: email address
Postal Mail:
538 West 120th Street

(Pupin Hall 702)

New York, NY 10027
Web Page: physics.columbia.edu