Columbia University - Lecturer in Modern Chinese History H-Net Job Guide
- 06/03/2026 Job Institution Columbia University Institution Type College / University Department Department of East Asian Language and Culture Location New York, United States Position Lecturer Salary Range or Pay Grade $75,010 Description The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time term-limited Lecturer in Modern Chinese History to begin Fall 2026 .
This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of reappointment for a total of two years contingent upon excellent performance. The successful candidate will teach two modern Chinese history courses per semester, in consultation with the Chinese history faculty, the Chair of the East Asian Languages and Cultures (EALAC) department and the Weatherhead East Asian Institute (WEAI) director. These courses may include teaching the History of Modern China I and II sequential lecture courses. Depending upon curricular need, the candidate may also be expected to teach 4000-, 6000-or 9000-level courses. Additional responsibilities include serving as advisors to undergraduates working on Chinese history in the EALAC and History departments, as well as graduate students in EALAC's MA program and the
WEAI MARSEA
program. Qualifications The successful candidate should have:
- A Ph.D. in Chinese history
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching modern Chinese history at the college level.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development, research-informed pedagogy, and a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.
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 Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) Sample teaching materials and recent teaching evaluations (if available) Contact information for three references who may be contacted at a later stage in the search process Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is 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 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. Contact Information Eugenia Lean eyl2006@columbia.
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