Assistant Professor

Columbia University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for a position in Comparative Politics at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 2027, pending final budgetary approval. Candidates will be expected to sustain an active research and publication agenda and teach in undergraduate and graduate programs. Preference will be given to scholars of the Middle East and North Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia and those working on democratic erosion.

Ph.D. required. All candidates must have excellent scholarship and strong promise for future development as scholars and teachers. Preference will be given to scholars of the Middle East and North Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia and those working on democratic erosion.

instructions

Applications must be made through Columbia University's Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. 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 15, 2026, and the search will remain open until filled.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.