The Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics (APAM) at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for a limited-term Assistant Professor faculty position in the area of applied and computational mathematics. The position begins July 1, 2026 for a term of 3 years. Salary is competitive and the teaching load is relatively light. Basic responsibilities focus on teaching, research and service.

A recent PhD earned in the last 3 years and no later than the start date of the appointment, and extraordinary promise in research, are both required. A broad array of research groups is active in the department, with current research encompassing applied and computational mathematics, and their application to many areas of physics, materials science, biology, earth science, as well as imaging and data science.

There is a strong cohort of activities on applied and computational mathematics within the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and the affiliated Data Science Institute. 

Applications must include: (a) curriculum vitae, (b) statement of research, (c) statement of teaching, and (d) at least three letters of recommendation.

Candidate must apply through: https://apply.interfolio.com/173563

Applications received by November 7, 2025 will be given full consideration. For questions concerning the position, please email apam@columbia.edu.

Applicants are encouraged to consult http://appliedmath.apam.columbia.edu for more information about the applied mathematics program, and https://apam.columbia.edu/ for more information about the department.

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.

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