"Visiting Assistant Professor/Visiting Associate Professor/Visiting Professor in Ukrainian Studies"

Columbia University invites applications for an appointment in Ukrainian studies to be filled at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, Visiting Associate Professor, or Visiting Professor in Ukrainian Studies for one year in the academic year 2026-2027. Rank commensurate with experience. History is the preferred area of research and teaching specialization, but literary/cultural studies and other areas will also be considered. The successful candidate will be appointed in one of the Humanities or Social Science Departments in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and will teach three courses throughout the academic year: a lecture course of broad interest for undergraduates, a seminar for upper-level undergradutes, and a seminar for graduate students. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to give one public lecture and to participate in the academic life of the University, including as an affiliate of the Harriman Institute.

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Ph.D. or equivalent is required.

All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, the names of three persons who may be asked to provide a letter of reference, a modest scholarly writing sample (article or dissertation/book chapter), and past teaching evaluations, if available. The letter of application should include a short list of possible courses which the applicant might teach, and a description of the applicant’s current research interests.

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.