Faculty Positions

The Department of Political Science at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-stream position in International Relations at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin in the fall of 2027. We seek scholars who focus on human security. We especially welcome expertise in areas such as gender; technology/AI; climate change; global public health; human rights; and/or other transnational challenges. The department is open to a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches to address these topics. Completion of PhD is required before, or shortly after, the date of hire.

The successful candidate should be able to teach introductory courses in International Relations as well as more advanced courses in the candidate’s areas of interest. Candidates will be expected to contribute to university-wide programs including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. Candidates may also contribute to one or more of Colgate’s many Institutes and Centers. The teaching load is five courses (or their equivalent) over two semesters.
 

Application Materials

Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., statement of teaching philosophy and student evaluations of teaching), a writing sample (30 pages single-spaced or 60 pages double-spaced), and three letters of recommendation. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. All applications should speak directly, particularly in the cover letter, to how the candidate’s approach to teaching might create an inclusive educational environment. Read our guidance.

Application Submission and Deadline

To ensure consideration of your application by the search committee, please submit your application materials through Interfolio by September 21, 2026.
 

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$97,500 (for ABD candidates) to $101,500 (for candidates with PhD in hand)

Colgate University is a leading liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York State. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York on HERC jobs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported:

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

The Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-stream position in the area of Paleoclimatology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2027.

We seek an individual who is committed to excellence in teaching and research at the undergraduate level. Completion of the PhD is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. The area of specialization is open but should include an examination of climatic change in the geologic record. The successful applicant will teach introductory courses for non-majors, including an introductory course on the role of oceans in the climate system. They will contribute to at least one of the five intermediate courses required for majors, will develop upper-level courses in their area of specialty, and could contribute to the Marine and Freshwater Science program. Participation in the department’s summer field courses and involvement of undergraduates in research are expected. The successful candidate will participate in university-wide programs including teaching in the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.

Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Learn more about the Earth and Environmental Geosciences department, and building a Colgate-specific application.
 

Application Materials

A cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement, and the contact information for three references must be submitted. Candidates will be notified of the deadline by which reference letters need to be uploaded. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application materials, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching and research might create an inclusive educational environment.

Application Submission and Deadline

Applications should be submitted through Interfolio. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Salary Information

$97,500 (for ABD candidates) to $101,500 (for candidates with PhD in hand).

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York on HERC jobs.
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported:

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

The Geography Department at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-stream position in climate science at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2027. Our department is vibrant, growing, and interdisciplinary, with strengths across the discipline of geography. Completion of a Ph.D. in Geography, Climate Science, Earth System Science, Atmospheric Science, or a related discipline prior to or shortly after the date of hire is required. Teaching and/or postdoctoral research experience is preferred.

We seek a climate scientist whose research uses geospatial analysis to study cutting-edge topics. These might include ones centered in physical geography, such as atmospheric circulation, surface-atmosphere interactions, or extreme weather/climate events, or ones that engage directly with human-environment concerns, such as urban climates, climate injustice, or climate impacts on vulnerable and marginalized populations.

Teaching duties will include offering introductory and advanced courses in climate science, physical geography, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The successful candidate will also fulfill the expectation that all Colgate faculty participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, and may have opportunities to develop or lead off-campus study programs.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Geography Department can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.

Salary Information

$97,500 (for ABD candidates) to $101,500 (for candidates with PhD in hand)

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York on HERC jobs.

Application Materials and Deadline

We invite applicants to submit a cover letter that addresses how their teaching and research interests align with this position, a C.V., and names and contact information for three individuals prepared to write letters on their behalf, which must be submitted through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/189915. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching might create an inclusive educational environment. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Letters of recommendation, and teaching and research statements will be solicited for candidates who advance beyond the initial review stage.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

The Department of Mathematics at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Statistics, anticipated to begin the fall semester of 2027. Candidates must have expertise in statistical network analysis, graphical modeling, causal inference, or a closely related topic. All PhD degree requirements must be completed by the date of appointment: July 1, 2027, or shortly after. 

The successful candidate will enhance our advanced undergraduate statistics courses, create research opportunities for senior students, and support introductory-level offerings. They will collaborate with colleagues to refine and expand the statistics curriculum at Colgate, support the new Statistics major program (approved by the University, awaiting New York State approval), contribute to the department's research profile, and participate in Colgate's Liberal Arts Core Curriculum and other university-wide initiatives. The teaching load is five undergraduate courses per year, normally with no more than two unique course preparations per semester.

Salary Information

$97,500 (for ABD candidates) to $101,500 (for candidates with PhD in hand)

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York on HERC jobs.

Application Materials and Deadline

A cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and a community and collaboration statement must be submitted through MathJobs. 

Candidates must also submit three current reference letters– at least two should describe the candidate's research skills, and at least one should describe their teaching skills in detail. Finally, to receive full consideration, candidates must fill out the Employment Authorization Questionnaire Form.

To receive full consideration, all documents and letters of recommendation should be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 11, 2026. Application review will begin on October 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. 

Research Statement

Colgate sees research as a core requirement of the faculty and an important aspect of the teacher-scholar model. The candidate should provide a research statement that communicates their work in their field to non-specialists, while including sufficient detail.

When describing past and current collaborative work, candidates should clearly communicate their contributions to the work. The statement should also include plans for future research that continue or expand the candidate's research portfolio. 

Finally, the statement should include a description of how the candidate can bring the latest discoveries and methodologies directly to undergraduate students by sparking their curiosity in, or by directly involving them with, the research process.

Teaching Statement 

Colgate aims to provide a rigorous liberal arts education, emphasizing critical thinking, communication, and interdisciplinary study. The candidate should provide a teaching statement that communicates the candidate’s teaching philosophy. When describing past and current teaching as part of a graduate assistantship, candidates should clearly communicate their teaching responsibilities. The statement should also include evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as reflection on specific techniques the candidate uses, how they are working, and where they can improve.

Community and Collaboration Statement

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. The candidate should provide a brief statement, normally 1-2 pages, describing how their personal or professional experiences inform their ability to connect with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of identities and backgrounds to build a cohesive and inclusive learning community. 

Colgate University is a leading liberal arts institution in central New York, enrolling about 3,200 undergraduates. We foster a vibrant academic community focused on excellence in teaching, research, and student development. Further information about the Mathematics Department and its curriculum, which includes a math major/minor, an applied math major/minor, and a bio-math minor, can be found here. 

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at HERC. Colgate faculty are eligible for a competitive benefits package.

Contact

For further info, visit the mathematics website or contact Will Cipolli at wcipolli@colgate.edu.
Search Committee
Colgate University Department of Mathematics
13 Oak Drive
Hamilton NY 13346-1398

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Colgate University is seeking to appoint an archivist to join the faculty of the University Libraries to help steward the institution’s rich history. Reporting to the associate director of special collections and university archives (SCUA), the university archivist is responsible for the development, management, and promotion of the records of Colgate University and its affiliated organizations. These collections document the history of the university from the 1810s to the present. The university archivist also participates in records management activities for university records, and provides records management instruction to university offices and departments.

Primary Duties and Essential Functions (may include, but not limited to the following):

• Develop and document workflows, procedures, and strategic priorities for Colgate University archives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for university units and individual donors regarding the appraisal and transfer of archival records.
• Accession, arrange and describe manuscript and archival collections in all formats in accordance with professional standards and best practices to ensure efficient arrangement and description of university records.
• Under direction of the SCUA Associate Director, lead and implement the development of an archival records management program that includes appraising and facilitating the transfer and storage of inactive records from university departments and offices, and the collecting of electronic records.
• Promote engagement with the collections, in collaboration with faculty, staff, and other external partners.
• Provide reference and instruction services to members of the Colgate community and other researchers.

In addition to specific job responsibilities, all library faculty:

• Participate in University governance, which includes appointed and elected committees and other University service opportunities.
• Conduct research and pursue scholarship of appropriate and pertinent professional focus.
• Demonstrate an active commitment to the library or archival profession.

Salary Information

The minimum starting salary is $65,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Application Materials and Deadline

Review of applications will begin on September 21st, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V., and the names and contact information of three references through Interfolio.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to Collections Services, Records Management, and/or Outreach and Engagement might create an inclusive educational environment.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the University Libraries can be found here.

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

As Colgate University builds on its rich history and moves into its third century, we are seeking to appoint an ambitious and transformative digital archivist to join the faculty of the University Libraries. This past year, Colgate University Libraries became a charter member of JSTOR Digital Stewardship and joined an inaugural cohort of 19 university libraries in signing a Statement of Shared Practice on AI and Archives. This new role will develop and implement a strategic plan for addressing the growing prominence of born-digital materials, outlining acquisition priorities, and ensuring the necessary resources, infrastructure, and policies are in place to preserve the digital record of the University. Reporting to the Associate Director of Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA), the Digital Archivist will bring an understanding of traditional archival practices and expertise in the emerging field of digital archives.

Primary Duties and Essential Functions (may include, but not limited to the following):

• Oversee the daily operations of digital archival processing, including building and maintaining documentation in support of a sustainable digital preservation program. Coordinate the integration of digital special collections and archival materials into collection processing, discovery, and access; and contribute to longer-term sustainability, discovery, and access of the Libraries’ digital collections.
• Foster collaborations across Colgate University departments to enhance the archives' reach and impact.
• Supervise and train student staff working on digital materials.
• Process physical archival and special collections materials.
• Participate in engagement and outreach activities.

In addition to specific job responsibilities, all library faculty:

• Participate in University governance, which includes appointed and elected committees and other University service opportunities.
• Conduct research and pursue scholarship of appropriate and pertinent professional focus.
• Demonstrate an active commitment to the library or archival profession.

Salary Information

The minimum starting salary is $65,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Application Materials and Deadline

Review of applications will begin on September 21st, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V., and the names and contact information of three references through Interfolio.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to Collections Services, Records Management, and/or Outreach and Engagement might create an inclusive educational environment.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the University Libraries can be found here.

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.

The University Libraries at Colgate University seeks to appoint an Associate Director of Access Services to join the library faculty. Reporting to the University Librarian, the associate director provides leadership and expertise for planning and management of access services operations of the University Libraries that are inclusive, high-touch, and outcomes driven. Grounded in the 2026 Association of College and Research Libraries Framework for Access Services Librarianship, this role also focuses on the development and implementation of programs and services to support the student experience within the University Libraries.

Primary Duties and Essential Functions (may include, but not limited to the following):

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for circulation, interlibrary loan, collaborative resource sharing, print and electronic reserves, the automated storage and retrieval system (LASR), and stacks maintenance in both the Case Library and the Cooley Science Library.
• Serve on the Libraries’ leadership team.
• Continue the library’s exploration, implementation, and assessment of new approaches to access, resource sharing, and outreach services.
• Foster innovative library programs that promote the library as a welcoming and inclusive space for students.
• Collaborate with librarians in the outreach and engagement department to integrate their input into user experience efforts.
• Develop departmental staff through constructive feedback, professional development opportunities, and active mentorship.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the University Librarian.

In addition to specific job responsibilities, all library faculty:

• Participate in University governance, which includes appointed and elected committees and other University service opportunities.
• Conduct research and pursue scholarship of appropriate and pertinent professional focus.
• Demonstrate an active commitment to the library profession.

Salary Information

The minimum starting salary is $83,500. Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Application Materials and Deadline

Review of applications will begin on September 21st, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V., and the names and contact information of three references through Interfolio.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to Collections Services, Records Management, and/or Outreach and Engagement might create an inclusive educational environment.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the University Libraries can be found here.

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 

1. Crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 
2. Fires that occurred in student housing facilities. 

The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via email at cusafety@colgate.edu.