Istvan Deak Visiting Assistant Professor/Visiting Associate Professor/Visiting Professor

Columbia University invites applications for Istvan Deak Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies for one semester (fall or spring) in the academic year 2025-2026. The professorship, commemorating Professor Deak's legacy of excellence in research and teaching, is open to scholars who have active interest and accomplishments in East and Central European studies. Appointment will be open-rank, to be filled at any level from Visiting Assistant to Visiting Full Professor.

The visiting professor will be appointed in one of the Humanities or Social Science departments of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The visitor will teach two courses for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. The visitor is expected to give one public lecture and participate in the academic life of the University, whose interests in East and Central European studies are well represented on campus by the East Central European Center, the European Institute, and the Harriman Institute.

Ph.D. or professional equivalent. Distinction in teaching and research within the field of East Central European studies.

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.