Lecturer in Discipline

The Columbia University Department of Physics invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline, to begin July 1, 2026. This is a full-time, non-tenure track, renewable position, with multi-year reappointments contingent upon successful performance reviews.

The appointment requires teaching physics at the introductory and advanced undergraduate levels, in either lecture or laboratory courses. The appointment also involves responsibility for modernizing the department's instructional demonstrations. There will also be opportunities to contribute to the culture and evolution of the undergraduate program in physics.

Application materials received by February 17, 2026 will receive full consideration. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates should have a Physics PhD at the time of the appointment, strong background in both teaching and technical / laboratory work, with experience leading both lecture and laboratory courses. This is a full-time, non-tenure track, renewable position, with multi-year reappointments contingent upon successful performance reviews.

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.