Faculty Job Opportunities

Columbia Engineering - The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University in New York City - invites applications for the below listed positions in the following departments:

Successful candidates should contribute to the advancement of the school by developing a world-class externally funded research program, being a thought leader in the profession, enhancing the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the School and providing active service to their profession. The School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

School-Wide

Applied Physics & Applied Mathematics

Biomedical Engineering

Assistant or Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Position Description
Columbia Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (untenured, but on tenure-track), depending on the applicant's qualifications. The positions are open to exceptional applicants in two specific areas: 1) Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Healthcare or 2) Synthetic Biology and Cellular Therapeutics.

Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in biomedical engineering or in a closely related area by the start date of the appointment. Successful candidates are expected to build a strong research record and to contribute to the department’s educational programs. Columbia encourages multi-disciplinary research and collaborations across academic units on the campus. The Department is particularly interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the university community. The candidate will benefit from interactions with various faculty from Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the School of Arts and Science. Applicants must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively.

Application Instructions
Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/134137 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a research statement (description of research accomplishments and planned research), a statement of teaching interests and plans, at least three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement that discusses their contributions to diversity initiatives. All applications received by December 1, 2023 will receive full consideration, and applications will continue to be evaluated until the position is filled.

Applicants can consult bme.columbia.edu for more information about the department.

Hiring Salary Range
Assistant Professor: $108K-$138K; Associate Professor: $113K-$159K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Chemical Engineering

Assistant or Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering

Position Description

Columbia Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Appointments at the ranks of assistant professor or associate professor (untenured, but on tenure-track) will be considered. Applications are specifically sought in either 1) sustainable and regenerative materials, or 2) synthetic biology. Research emphasizing the transformative manufacturing of soft materials, their use and recycling, engineering living materials, design and synthesis based on the principles of green chemistry, and green manufacturing for a circular materials economy are encouraged. We also encourage research emphasizing the engineering of living systems, design and characterization of biomolecules, and advanced biomanufacturing. We wish to highlight that Columbia has a new Climate School. Intersections with this school, with the Data Science Institute, and with the Medical School are of particular interest.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment in Chemical Engineering or a related field. Applicants for this position must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of the school/department in these areas by developing an externally funded research program, contributing to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the department(s), and establishing multidisciplinary research and educational collaborations with academic departments and units across Columbia University. The school is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/134687 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a diversity statement, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Review of applications will begin no sooner than December 1, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants can consult https://www.cheme.columbia.edu/ for more information about the Department.

Columbia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the quality of faculty life.

Hiring Salary Range

Assistant Professor: $108K-$138K; Associate Professor: $113K-$159K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline

Description

The Department Chemical Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for a Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline position beginning in the 2023-2024 or 2024-2025 academic year. Lecturers in Discipline are full-time, non-tenure-track faculty members whose primary responsibility is teaching. The Department of Chemical Engineering is committed to hiring outstanding educators to support the growing needs of its rapidly expanding MS degree program. The incumbent will contribute to the academic mission of the Department, with particular emphasis on the MS program, including teaching, admissions, recruiting, and advising. The typical teaching load for Lecturers is six courses per year, which will be partially reduced due to the expectation of the time commitment required for administration and recruiting for the MS program. Teaching remains the primary focus of this instructional appointment. Experience in the teaching of courses supporting an educational concentration in Biotechnology and Biopharmaceuticals will be preferred.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Previous experience in teaching, industry, or government is a plus. Candidates should also display a commitment to continuously improving education through the development of new instructional methods and courses, and engaging in educational scholarship.

Candidates at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have teaching experience, documented evidence of pedagogical excellence, and evidence of professional growth and activity in the given field. Candidates at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have substantial experience and accomplishments, a superlative record of teaching as a lecturer, and documented evidence of pedagogical excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities.

The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their teaching, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/128899 and include the following: a cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, brief summary of research, and three letters of recommendation. At least two of the letters of recommendation must address teaching ability. Reviews of applications will begin on September 8, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

For additional information please see: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities

All applications received by September 8, 2023 will receive full consideration. We encourage applicants to consult www.cheme.columbia.edu for more information about the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Civil Engineering

Open Rank Faculty Position in Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics

Description

Columbia Engineering is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in the Department of Civil Engineering & Engineering Mechanics (CEEM) at Columbia University in the City of New York. Applications at all ranks, including assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor, will be considered.

The CEEM Department welcomes applications in the field of computational intelligence for the fabrication and automation of civil infrastructure. Representative areas of interest include (i) additive manufacturing of civil infrastructures, including but not limited to 3D printing of concrete and reinforced concrete or composites, additive manufacturing for energy applications, including wind turbines and other structural components, (ii) automation and optimization of construction and fabrication (e.g., robotic construction and excavation, data-driven controls, building envelopes, planning and analytics of built environments), and (iii) design and manufacturing of architectured materials.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor without tenure levels must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must also have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. The department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of the Computational and Data-Driven Engineering Mechanics field and to the department by developing an original and leading externally funded research program, and to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the CEEM Department. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across Columbia University.

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/133509 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, contact information for three experts who can provide letters of recommendation, a diversity statement, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled, but applications received by December 1, 2023 will receive priority consideration.

Applicants can consult http://www.civil.columbia.edu for more information about the department. Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Hiring Salary Range

Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (without tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Computer Science

Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Computer Science

Description

Columbia Engineering invites applications for multiple junior faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science at Columbia University in the City of New York at the tenure-track assistant professor or associate professor level, to begin July 1, 2024. Applications are sought in all areas of computer science. 

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants for this position must demonstrate the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. 

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of their field and the department by developing an original and leading externally funded research program, and by contributing to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. 

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/135303 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a statement addressing contributions to diversity, contact information for three experts who can provide letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.  

Hiring Salary Range

Assistant Professor: $108K-$138K; Associate Professor: $113K-$159K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline in Computer Science

Description

The Department of Computer Science at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for faculty at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. Lecturers in Discipline are full-time non-tenure-track faculty members whose primary responsibility is teaching. Lecturers in the department enjoy voting rights at faculty meetings, serve on department committees, and earn a Dean’s Leave on a timeline similar to that of tenure-track faculty. The Department of Computer Science is committed to hiring outstanding teachers to support the growing needs of its exceptionally strong undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching responsibilities for lecturers include courses throughout the computer science curriculum, from introductory to graduate level courses, with a typical teaching load of two courses per semester.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Candidates at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have teaching experience, documented evidence of pedagogical excellence, and evidence of professional growth and activity in the given field. Candidates at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have substantial experience and accomplishments, a superlative record of teaching as a lecturer, and documented evidence of pedagogical excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/135142 and include the following: a cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, brief summary of research, and three letters of recommendation. At least two of the letters of recommendation must address teaching ability. Applicants are also encouraged to submit a statement addressing contributions to diversity initiatives, if applicable. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by December 15, 2023. Review of applications will begin on November 27, 2023.

Hiring Salary Range

Lecturer in Discipline: 97K-123K; Senior Lecturer in Discipline: 123K-156K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

 

Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline in Computer Science (with Data Science focus)

Position Description

The Department of Computer Science at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for faculty at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline with a focus on Data Science beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. Lecturers in Discipline are full-time non-tenure-track faculty members whose primary responsibility is teaching. Lecturers in the department enjoy voting rights at faculty meetings, serve on department committees, and earn a Dean’s Leave on a timeline similar to that of tenure-track faculty. The Department of Computer Science is committed to hiring outstanding teachers to support the growing needs of its exceptionally strong undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching responsibilities will center on courses in the Master of Data Science program, with a typical teaching load of two courses per semester.

The MS in Data Science program is one of the most highly regarded and sought-after data science programs in the world. This program is jointly offered in a collaboration between the Data Science Institute and the Departments of Computer Science, Statistics, and Industrial Engineering and Operations Research.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Candidates at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have teaching experience, documented evidence of pedagogical excellence, and evidence of professional growth and activity in the given field. Candidates at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have substantial experience and accomplishments, a superlative record of teaching as a lecturer, and documented evidence of pedagogical excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/135141 and include the following: a cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, brief summary of research, and three letters of recommendation. At least two of the letters of recommendation must address teaching ability. Applicants are also encouraged to submit a statement addressing contributions to diversity initiatives, if applicable. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by December 15, 2023. Review of applications will begin on November 27, 2023.

Hiring Salary Range

Lecturer in Discipline: 97K - 123K; Senior Lecturer in Discipline: 123K - 156K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Earth and Environmental Engineering

Sustainable Mining Open Rank Faculty Position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering

Description

Columbia Engineering is pleased to invite applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York. Applications at all ranks, including assistant, associate and full professor, will be considered.

Candidates are sought in areas with a focus on Sustainable Minerals, Metals, and Materials (S3M) – a departmental program based on fundamental and applied science and engineering in support of an innovation-driven Mines of the Future approach to extract critical materials from primary and secondary sources and minimize negative environmental and societal impacts. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to): (i) transformative separation and extraction technologies applicable to low-grade ores, with reduced water/energy usage and waste; (ii) novel approaches to extraction of energy-relevant critical materials and rare earth elements from mineral resources and waste streams; (iii) tie-ins to carbon management and renewable energy in support of a circular economy; (iv) deep ocean mining; (v) space mining; (vi) water-lean or short-residence-time extraction processes; (vii) green chemistry and decarbonization approaches in mining and mineral processing technologies; (viii) data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning applied to complex systems encountered in mining and mineral processing, and (ix) reconsidering functional materials with an eye toward source abundance.

The successful candidate is expected to be a leading contributor to the advancement of their field and to the department by developing an original and externally funded research program. They are expected to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across the university. The Department actively participates in the school-wide Engineering for Humanity initiatives that relate to climate change mitigation, sustainable energy and water, and systems engineering and integration.

Qualifications

 

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the start date of the appointment. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applicants for this position at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor levels without tenure must have the potential to do pioneering research and teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. 

Application Instructions

 

For additional information and to apply, please see: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/134860 and include the following: curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a DE&I (diversity, equity, and inclusion) statement, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. All applications received by December 4, 2023 will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected]. Applicants can consult eee.columbia.edu for more information about the department. 

Hiring Salary Range

Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (without tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Water Resources Open Rank Faculty Position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering

Description

Columbia Engineering is pleased to invite applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering. Applications at all ranks, including assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor, will be considered. 

Candidates are sought in areas with a focus on Water Resource Systems. The focus is on systems engineering methods for water resources planning and management. Examples of application areas of interest include:  21st-century automation and design of decentralized and hybrid water and stormwater infrastructure systems; novel water management strategies including markets, financial instruments, optimization, and risk; remote sensing of water resources and water infrastructure resilience and sustainability in a changing climate; intersection of modern infrastructure systems and hydroclimatic risks; theoretical and practical advances in infrastructure systems leveraging modern sensor systems to achieve integrated urban and rural flood control and water supply.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of their field and the department by developing a leading externally funded research program and contributing to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across Columbia University. The Department actively participates in the school-wide Engineering for Humanity initiatives that relate to climate change mitigation, sustainable energy and water, and systems engineering and integration.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the start date of the appointment. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applicants for this position at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor without tenure levels, must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. 

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/134887 and include the following: curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a DE&I (diversity, equity, and inclusion) statement, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. All applications received by December 4, 2023 will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected]. Applicants can consult eee.columbia.edu for more information about the department. 

Hiring Salary Range

Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (without tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Applied Climate Science / Carbon Management Open Rank Faculty Position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering

Description

Columbia Engineering invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York. Applications at all ranks, including assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor, will be considered.

Candidates are sought broadly in the area of Carbon Management in the Context of Climate Science, with a passion and expertise among the following and similar areas: 

  • System-level design and decision-making for decarbonization

  • Novel material, biological, and land-use approaches for CO2 capture and storage

  • Sophisticated consideration of a circular carbon economy

  • Utilization of captured CO2 for chemicals, fuels, and materials 

  • Decarbonization of the built environment, structurally and operationally 

  • Carbon storage and CO2 mineralization (ex-situ and in-situ) 

  • Ocean-based carbon capture and storage approaches

The successful candidate is expected to think holistically and critically regarding carbon capture and be a leading contributor to the advancement of their field and the department by developing an original and leading externally funded research program while extending the existing Columbia strength in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering and the Lenfest Center for Sustainable Energy. They are expected to contribute to the Department's undergraduate and graduate educational mission. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across the university. The Department actively participates in the school-wide Engineering for Humanity initiatives that relate to climate change mitigation, sustainable energy and water, and systems engineering and integration.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the start date of the appointment. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applicants for this position, at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor without tenure levels, must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. 

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/134885 and include the following: curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a DE&I (diversity, equity, and inclusion) statement, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. All applications received by December 4, 2023 will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected]. Applicants can consult eee.columbia.edu for more information about the department. 

Hiring Salary Range

Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (without tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

 

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.

Electrical Engineering

Open Rank Faculty Position

Description

The Department of Electrical Engineering at Columbia University welcomes applications for an open-rank faculty position in all areas of electrical engineering, with an emphasis on circuit design and signal processing. Outstanding candidates in other areas will also be considered and are encouraged to apply. Appointments will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on the qualifications of the applicant.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants at the ranks of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor (untenured but on tenure-track) must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. In addition, applicants at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of their field and the department by developing an original and leading externally funded research program and to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across Columbia University. The Department actively participates in the school-wide Engineering for Humanity initiatives that relate to engineering and medicine, autonomous systems, quantum computing and technology, and sustainability.

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/135233 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a statement addressing contributions to diversity, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. All applications received by December 15, 2023, will receive full consideration, but applications will continue to be reviewed after this date until the position is filled.

Applicants can consult http://www.ee.columbia.edu for more information about the department. 

Hiring Salary Range: Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (w/o tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

Assistant or Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

Description

Columbia Engineering invites applications for up to two tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research. Appointments will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (untenured, but on tenure-track), depending on the applicant's qualifications. The positions are open to exceptional applicants in all areas of operations research and management science. We welcome candidates with research interests in the foundations of optimization, probability, machine learning, and data science. Candidates with strong methodological training and research interests in application-driven areas such as healthcare operations, energy, sustainability, network and transportation systems and supply chain management are especially encouraged to apply. 

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in operations research, engineering, management science, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or in a closely related area by the start date of the appointment. Successful candidates are expected to build a strong research record and to contribute to the department’s educational programs. Columbia encourages multi-disciplinary research and collaborations across academic units on the campus. The Department is particularly interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the university community. The candidate will benefit from interactions with various faculty from the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Data Science Institute, Columbia Business School, Columbia Climate School, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and the School of Arts and Science. Applicants must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively.

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see:  http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/133324 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a research statement (description of research accomplishments and planned research), a statement of teaching interests and plans, at least three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement that discusses their contributions to diversity initiatives. All applications received by November 18, 2023 will receive full consideration, though we encourage early application. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

Applicants can consult ieor.columbia.edu for more information about the department. 

Hiring Salary Range

Assistant Professor: $108K-$138K; Associate Professor: $113K-$159K

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Mechanical Engineering

Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Robotics

Description

Columbia Engineering is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track junior faculty position in robotics and human augmentative systems. Recruitment for this position is part of a broad university-level robotics initiative that spans multiple departments across Columbia University in the City of New York. Applications at the ranks of assistant professor or associate professor (untenured, but on tenure-track) will be considered.

Applications are sought in all areas of robotics and human augmentative systems covering both theoretical and experimental aspects. Areas of interest include novel robotics, control systems, human augmentation, sensing, computation, communications, rehabilitative systems, soft robotics, and others.

We are seeking researchers who can benefit from the highly multidisciplinary environment and the state-of-the-art shared facilities/infrastructure within Columbia Engineering, Columbia Medicine, Data Science Institute, and Zuckerman Institute. The candidate is expected to hold an appointment in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, with the possibility of a joint appointment among these and other departments. The candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of their field, the Department(s), and the School by developing an original and leading externally funded research program, establishing strong collaborations in research and education, and contributing to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department(s) and the School. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across Columbia University.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants for this position must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. The school is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Instructions

For additional information, please see: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/136452 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a diversity statement, three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Applications received by December 11, 2023, will receive full consideration, although the position will remain open until filled. 

Applicants can consult https://www.engineering.columbia.edu for more information about the school.

Open Rank Faculty Position in Mechanical Engineering

Description

The Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomes applications for a tenure-track faculty position. Applicants at the ranks of assistant professor or associate professor without tenure (but on tenure-track) are preferred, although exceptional candidates will also be considered at the tenured associate or full professor ranks. We are searching in all areas of mechanical engineering, broadly interpreted, and encourage applications from candidates who have an interest in the school-wide initiatives that relate to autonomous systems, engineering and medicine, and sustainability. Areas of emphasis include robotics, controls, design and manufacturing, energy and sustainability, thermofluids, biomechanics, and nano/micro technology.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants for this position at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor without tenure levels must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the excellence and diversity of the academic community.

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/136427 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments and plans, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a diversity statement, three letters of recommendation, and three selected pre/reprints of scholarly work. 

All applications received by December 11, 2023 will receive full consideration, although the position will remain open until filled. We encourage applicants to consult www.me.columbia.edu for more information about the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Hiring Salary Range: Professor: 133K-300K; Associate Professor (tenured): 121K-171K; Associate Professor (without tenure): 113K-159K; Assistant Professor: 108K-138K

Professor of Professional Practice in Control Theory

Description

The Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering welcome applications for a joint Professor of Professional Practice in the area of control theory. Members of the practice faculty are full-time, non-tenure track faculty members who have substantial professional experience.

Qualifications

Candidates for a Professor of Professional Practice appointment are expected to have deep experience in the research and practice of their profession in a non-academic setting such as industry or government laboratories, and to bring this experience to our education and research programs. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants should demonstrate the potential to conduct pioneering research, to exhibit excellence in teaching, and to incorporate diverse perspectives into teaching and scholarship.

Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the advancement of both their field and the department through an original and leading externally funded research program that contributes to the undergraduate and graduate educational and research missions of the Department. Columbia fosters multidisciplinary research and encourages collaborations with academic departments and units across the university. The Department places high value on qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Instructions

For additional information and to apply, please see: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities. Applications should be submitted electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/136872 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments and plans, a statement of teaching interests and plans, a diversity statement, three letters of recommendation, and three selected pre/reprints of scholarly work. 

All applications received by December 21, 2023 will receive full consideration, although the position will remain open until filled. We encourage applicants to consult www.me.columbia.edu for more information about the Department of Mechanical Engineering.