Engineering Faculty Positions
Columbia Engineering invites applications for the engineering faculty positions listed below.
Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
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Associate or Full Professor of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science: Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
Open Date: October 20, 2026
Salary Range: $120,000 - $315,000Description
Columbia Engineering invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, starting July 1, 2027. Appointments will be made at the rank of Associate Professor without tenure, Associate Professor with tenure, or Professor with tenure, depending on qualifications. Exceptional candidates currently at the Assistant Professor level with a strong independent research program are also encouraged to apply.
We seek candidates whose research advances the foundations, methods, and applications of modeling and decision-making under uncertainty. We particularly encourage applications from those who will expand the department's footprint in AI research, including reinforcement learning and work relevant to supply chains, service platforms, finance, and the design and operation of AI systems.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in operations research, engineering, management science, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or in a closely related area by the start date of the appointment. Successful candidates are expected to build a strong research record, to contribute to the department’s educational programs, and be committed to service to the department and school. Columbia encourages multi-disciplinary research and collaborations across academic units on the campus. The candidate will benefit from interactions with various faculty from the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Data Science Institute, Columbia Business School, Columbia Climate School, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and the School of Arts and Science.
Applicants for this position at the Associate Professor without tenure level must have engaged in pioneering research and have a history of effective teaching. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field.
Application Instructions
For additional information and to apply, please see:https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-resources/faculty-positions. Applications should be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/195910 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a research statement (description of research accomplishments and planned research), a statement of teaching interests and plans, at least three letters of recommendation, and up to three pre/reprints of scholarly work. All applications received by November 27, 2026, will receive full consideration, though we encourage early application, and the position will remain open until filled. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected].
Applicants can consult https://ieor.columbia.edu for more information about the department.
Hiring Salary Range: Associate Professor (without tenure): $120,000-$172,000; Associate Professor (with tenure): $124,000-$183,000; Full Professor (with tenure): $135,000-$315,000
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Open Rank: Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline
Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science — Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
Open Date: June 5, 2026
Salary Range: $106,000 – $162,000Description
The Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at Columbia Engineering invites applications for a Lecturer in Discipline or a Senior Lecturer in Discipline, starting either January 1, 2027 or July 1, 2027.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Lecturers in Discipline and Senior Lecturers in Discipline are full-time non-tenure-track faculty members who meet a need for instruction in specialized fields.
The Industrial Engineering and Operations Research Department is committed to hiring outstanding teachers to support the growing needs of its exceptionally strong undergraduate and MS programs.
The IEOR department promotes a culture of innovation and experimentation in teaching, including blended and online learning environments.
Qualifications
We seek candidates with teaching interests in Artificial Intelligence (AI), including classical AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI (GenAI), Reinforcement Learning, and Multimodal AI, from both theoretical and applied perspectives, with applications in operations research, data science, and/or financial engineering.
The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the educational mission of the Department, which includes developing curricula and courses for relevant graduate and undergraduate programs, executive programs for practitioners, and industry contacts for sponsored projects for experiential learning courses.
Since this is a teaching position, applicants must have excellent teaching credentials and communication skills. Experience with blended and online learning and/or industry experience is a plus.
Candidates must hold a PhD or its professional equivalent in Operations Research, Computer Science, Information Management and Systems, Robotics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline by the start date of the appointment.
Candidates at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have teaching experience, documented evidence of pedagogical excellence, and evidence of professional growth and activity in the given field.
Candidates at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have substantial experience and accomplishments, a superlative record of teaching as a lecturer, and documented evidence of pedagogical excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities.
The Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Application Instructions
For additional information and to apply, please see: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities.
Applications should be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/187399 and include the following:
- a curriculum vitae
- a statement of teaching interests and plans
- list of at least three references from experts in the candidate's field, including contact information
Letters of recommendation will be requested at a later stage of the search. At least one recommender must be able to address the candidate's teaching ability.
Candidates invited to interview will be required to give a 50-minute teaching demonstration on an AI-related topic.
Applicants can consult ieor.columbia.edu for more information about the department.
Hiring Salary Range: Lecturer in Discipline: $106,000 – $129,000; Senior Lecturer in Discipline: $125,000 – $162,000
Mechanical Engineering
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Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline in Mechanical Engineering
Officer of Instruction
Location 01
Salary band: 106K-162KDescription
The Mechanical Engineering Department at Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) welcomes applications for a faculty position at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline or Senior Lecturer in Discipline, to start January 1, 2027.
This is a full-time, non-tenure-track, renewable appointment with multi-year renewal contingent on successful reviews.
Lecturers in Discipline are officers in the University who meet a programmatic need for instruction in specialized fields.
Responsibilities of this position will include teaching three lecture courses per semester on topics in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, including areas such as Machine Learning, Digital Twins, and Industrial Automation.
Benefits available to Engineering lecturers may include leave, research, the potential for summer salary, and opportunities for additional compensation.
Qualifications
Candidates must have:
- a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field by the date of appointment
- a commitment to high-quality teaching at the undergraduate level
Candidates at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have:
- exemplary teaching experience
- documented evidence of pedagogical excellence
- an interest in the science of teaching and learning at all levels
Candidates at the rank of Senior Lecturer in Discipline are expected to have:
- substantial experience and accomplishments
- a superlative record of teaching as a lecturer
- documented evidence of pedagogical excellence in carrying out administrative or other department responsibilities
Application Instructions
For additional information and to apply, please see the following link: https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-resources/faculty-positions.
Applications should be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/190095 and include the following:
- a curriculum vitae including a publication list
- a statement of teaching interests and plans
- contact information for three experts who can provide letters of recommendation
- three selected pre/reprints of scholarly work
Applications received by September 1, 2026 will receive full consideration, and the position will remain open until filled.
Hiring Salary Range: Lecturer in Discipline: 106K - 129K; Senior Lecturer in Discipline: 125K - 162K
School-Wide
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Senior Faculty Position in Aerospace Engineering
The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
Open Date: October 21, 2026
Salary Range: $167,000 - $333,000Description
Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) invites applications for a tenured, chaired, full professor position in Aerospace Engineering. This is a senior faculty leadership role representing SEAS’ strategic commitment to expanding research and education programs in Aerospace Engineering.
Qualifications
We seek an exceptional scholar and leader with established expertise in aerospace engineering. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to: space systems, materials and structures, computation, sensing, communications, space-based computing and networking, fluid dynamics, propulsion and sustainable aviation, autonomy and AI. Aerospace systems of interest range from spacecraft and satellites to commercial transportation, EVTOLS, drones, and novel flight systems. Applicants must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and translation of fundamental research to real-world impact through collaborations with government agencies and industry. Candidates should also have demonstrated leadership capabilities for guiding the development and expansion of Aerospace Engineering programs and faculty within the school.
This position is intentionally structured to maximize flexibility and attract an exceptional candidate. The appointment will be in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, with departmental affiliation(s) determined in consultation with the candidate.
Application Instructions
For additional information, please visit: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities
Applications should be submitted electronically at https://apply.interfolio.com/195948 and include the following materials:
- Curriculum vitae, including a comprehensive publication list
- Research statement describing research accomplishments and a vision for future research
- Statement of teaching interests, educational philosophy, and plans for mentorship
- Contact information for four to five references who can provide letters of recommendation
- Up to three preprints/reprints of scholarly work that are most representative of your research
Applications received by December 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.