The Department of Statistics at Columbia University invites applications for a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with a research focus on statistics and artificial intelligence. We seek outstanding candidates whose research advances the foundations, methodology, or applications of statistics and AI, including the statistical and probabilistic foundations of machine learning and large language models, generative modeling, and AI methods for scientific discovery. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The department expects to support the successful candidate with a generous research allowance. The expected teaching load is two semester-long courses per year.
The department currently consists of 40 faculty members and 60 PhD students. The department has been expanding rapidly and, like the University itself, is an extraordinarily vibrant academic community. We are especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and/or service will contribute to the excellence of the academic community. For further information about the department and our activities, centers, research areas, and curricular programs, please go to our web page at: http://www.stat.columbia.edu
PhD in statistics, probability, computer science, mathematics, or a closely related field is required, as is a commitment to high quality research and teaching in statistics and/or probability.
Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching, advising, and research is desired. Candidates should also evince intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential for significant contributions to the department, University, and wider scholarly community.
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.
