Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Computer Science
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value stemming from a prestigious institution but uncertain salary and competition.
- Salary: Commensurate with experience
- Join a leading institution with high academic standards
- Opportunity for growth through research and teaching
- Strong collaborative environment but high competitiveness
Pros
- Position in a globally recognized institution with strong research focus
- Exposure to diverse interdisciplinary fields
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in computer science
Cons
- Salary negotiable, may lead to uncertainty
- High expectations for research productivity
- Intense competition among candidates
Who it's for
Early to Mid-Career • On-campus, teaching and research
Good fit
- Academics eager to contribute to groundbreaking research
- Candidates passionate about teaching and collaboration
- Individuals focused on pursuing a career in academia
Not recommended for
- Those seeking strictly research roles without teaching
- Individuals uncomfortable with high competition
- Candidates reluctant to engage with students
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Columbia Engineering invites applications for one or more junior faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science at Columbia University in the City of New York at the tenure-track assistant professor or associate professor level, to begin July 1, 2026. Applications are sought in all areas of computer science.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment. Applicants for this position must demonstrate the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively.
The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of their field and the department by developing an original and leading externally funded research program, and by contributing to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of the Department.
Applications should be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/176021 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments and plans, a statement of teaching interests and plans, at least three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
Hiring Salary Range: Assistant Professor: $112,000 - 145,000; Associate Professor (without tenure): $116,000 - $163,000
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.
