JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Columbia University

Economics
Department of Economics
Lecturer in Discipline

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477349
Date Posted: 03/12/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Lecturer in Discipline
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: New York, New York, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
A1 -- General Economics
D0 -- General
Keywords:
Economics
Macroeconomics
Principles of Economics
Salary Range: $100,000-$150,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Description
The Department of Economics invites applications for a position at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline in its undergraduate and graduate programs beginning July 1, 2026. This is a full-time position with multi-year renewal contingent on successful review. Applicants must have experience teaching Economics at the undergraduate and masters level. The expected course load is four courses per academic year; this will include classes on Principles of Economics and in Macroeconomics. The lecturer is expected to meet with students and to hold regular office hours. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications
Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in economics and to have demonstrated excellence in teaching at the advanced undergraduate and masters level. Teaching experience in Principles of Economics or Macroeconomics are also required.

Application Instructions
All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching evaluations. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
Apply Now: https://apply.interfolio.com/182410

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application deadline: 04/30/2026
Application Instructions:
All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching evaluations. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. https://apply.interfolio.com/182410