The Department of Statistics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin July 1, 2027. A Ph.D. in statistics or a related field by July 1, 2027 is required. Candidates will be expected to sustain an active research and publication agenda and to teach in the departmental undergraduate and graduate programs. The field of research is open to any area of statistics and probability.
The Department, like the University itself, is an extraordinarily vibrant academic community. For further information about the Department and our programs, please go to our webpage at: http://www.stat.columbia.edu
A Ph.D. in statistics or a related field by the date of appointment is required, as is a commitment to high-quality research and teaching in statistics and/or probability.
All applications must be submitted through Columbia’s online Academic Search and Recruitment portal (ARS) and must include the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, research statement, and the names of three references, who will be asked to upload letters of recommendation on the applicant’s behalf.
Inquiries may be made to Jack Tomaselli at jack.tomaselli@columbia.edu.
Review of applications begins on November 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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.
