Faculty Positions

Just as Colgate professors advance their disciplines, they dedicate themselves to educating new generations of students, aiding them in achieving the 13 goals of a Colgate education.

Colgate University invites applications for the Olive B. O'Connor Fellowship in Creative Writing. This year we invite applications for a fellowship in fiction. Writers who have recently completed an MFA, MA, or PhD in creative writing, and who need a year to complete their first book, are encouraged to apply. The selected writers will spend the academic year (late August 2025 to mid-May 2026) at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York. The fellows will teach one multigenre creative writing course each semester and will give a public reading from the work in progress. Fellows may be asked to co-supervise one or more honors theses. The fellowship carries a stipend of $57,100 plus travel expenses; health and life insurance are provided.

Complete applications, due by January 6, 2025, consist of a cover letter; CV; three letters of recommendation, at least one of which should address the candidate's abilities as a teacher; and a maximum of 30 double-spaced pages of prose. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio. The writing sample may be a completed work or an excerpt from something larger. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. All applications should speak directly in the cover letter to the candidate's ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds.

Colgate is a vibrant and leading liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York State. The Colgate faculty is committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the English department can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at Upstate NY HERC Jobs.

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 safetysystems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance webpage. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Qualifications

Writers who have recently completed an MFA, MA, or PhD in creative writing, and who need a year to complete their first book.

Application Instructions

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Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of 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.

Colgate University invites applications for the Olive B. O'Connor Fellowship in Creative Writing. This year we invite applications for a fellowship in poetry. Writers who have recently completed an MFA, MA, or PhD in creative writing, and who need a year to complete their first book, are encouraged to apply. The selected writers will spend the academic year (late August 2025 to mid-May 2026) at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York. The fellows will teach one multigenre creative writing course each semester and will give a public reading from the work in progress. Fellows may be asked to co-supervise one or more honors theses. The fellowship carries a stipend of $57,100 plus travel expenses; health and life insurance are provided.

Complete applications, due by January 6, 2025, consist of a cover letter; CV; three letters of recommendation, at least one of which should address the candidate's abilities as a teacher; and a maximum of 20 single-spaced pages of poetry. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio. The writing sample may be a completed work or an excerpt from something larger. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. All applications should speak directly in the cover letter to the candidate's ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds.

Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

Qualifications

Writers who have recently completed an MFA, MA, or PhD in creative writing, and who need a year to complete their first book.

Application Instructions

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Employing multiple global and cultural perspectives, the Colgate University Department of Theater inspires and transforms students through immersion in the challenging and exhilarating reversals of the creative process. Our curriculum prepares students to thrive in a wide range of future endeavors. As a close-knit group of artists and scholars, we ignite collaborative engagement and experimentation in the classroom through a far-reaching sense of wonder, curiosity, and play. The department serves Colgate and the surrounding communities by creating theater and dance performances that awaken feeling, interrogate assumptions, and sharpen perceptions of an ever-changing world..

The Department of Theater at Colgate University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Dance, beginning fall 2025. Completion of the terminal degree (M.F.A. or PhD) is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. The field of specialization in artistic practice and scholarship is open, and candidates with an interdisciplinary interest and approach in both Theater and Dance are especially encouraged to apply. The teaching assignment of five courses per year may include an interdisciplinary, somatic introduction to Theater and Dance; beginning and advanced courses in Dance technique and choreography; and courses in Dance theory and history. Letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references must be submitted through Interfolio at Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching might create an inclusive educational environment.

Colgate is a highly selective 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 Theater Department can be found here. Review of applications will begin February 21, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. 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. Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 - $75,000

Clery Act Disclosure

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 webpage here. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at Colgate University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Japanese, beginning in the fall semester of 2025, for an initial one-year term with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on department needs and an evaluation of teaching effectiveness. A Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after date of hire, and native or near-native command of both Japanese and English is required. The applicant’s area of research specialization is open. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach Japanese language courses at all levels, participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, and may be expected to teach a Japan-related course in English designed by the applicant. The teaching load is five courses for the year. A letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference must be submitted through Interfolio at Interfolio. At least one letter of reference should address the candidate’s teaching experience and potential.

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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidate with a PhD in hand

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 here. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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 on the basis of 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.

The Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program at Colgate University invites applications to fill a visiting assistant professor position in the field of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies or related discipline beginning in the fall of 2025. The candidate’s areas of research and teaching should be either Latinx, Latin American or Arab, Arab American feminisms. The candidate should be able to teach broadly materials pertaining to a region within either Latin America or Middle East/North Africa, and their American diasporas. There is a possibility of renewal for a multi-year appointment, contingent on program needs and an evaluation of teaching effectiveness in the first year.

Qualifications
Completion of Ph.D. or appropriate terminal degree is required prior to or shortly after the date of hire. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. Applicants should have experience successfully teaching within their areas of interest at the undergraduate level. The teaching load at Colgate is five courses per year, or the equivalent. One course will contribute to the Core Program. The successful candidate will be required to teach the program’s introductory course (WGSS 202) and courses within their specialization.

Application Instructions
A cover letter, CV, the names of three references, and a complete set of student evaluations from a recently taught class must be submitted through Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching and scholarship might create an inclusive educational environment.

Review of applications will begin on March 8, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Interviews of selected candidates will be held via video conferencing later in March or April. Recommenders of candidates invited for interviews will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation by March 30.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of approximately 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies program 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.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with PhD in hand)

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 here. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at Colgate University invites applications for a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish beginning fall 2025. Completion of Ph.D. is required prior to or shortly after the date of hire. Learn more about the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures and the Spanish program.

The successful candidate will be a specialist in Spanish Peninsular literature with a scholarly interest in a literary movement of the 19th through the 21st centuries. The normal teaching load is five courses per year. The successful candidate will be expected to teach language classes at all levels, as well as survey courses and undergraduate seminars in literature. Participation in all university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, may also be expected.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

A cover letter, CV, the names of three references, and a complete set of student evaluations from a recently taught class must be submitted through Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching and scholarship might create an inclusive educational environment.

Review of applications will begin on March 8, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Interviews of selected candidates will be held via video conferencing in late March or early April. Recommenders of candidates invited for interviews will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation by March 30.

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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidate with a PhD in hand)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Chinese, beginning fall semester 2025. A PhD is required prior to or shortly after date of hire. Native or near native command of both Chinese and English is required. The area of specialization is open. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach Chinese language courses at all levels, participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, and may be expected to teach a China-related course in English designed by the applicant. The teaching load is the equivalent of five courses for the year. Learn more about the Department of East Asian Languages and Literature.

A letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference must be submitted through Interfolio. At least one letter of reference should address the candidate’s teaching experience and potential.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their teaching might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Review of applications will begin March 12, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. 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. 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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidate with a PhD in hand)

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The Department of Chemistry at Colgate University invites applications for one or more one-year Visiting Assistant Professor positions beginning in the fall semester of 2025.

The successful candidate will teach an annual five-course load with contributions to the introductory-level chemistry curriculum and the possibility of upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Visitors will have the opportunity, if desired, to conduct research and aid in the supervision of undergraduate research students. They will also gain professional development through mentoring in teaching and conducting research at an undergraduate institution.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. The chemistry department offers strong BA programs in biochemistry and chemistry and has excellent facilities for teaching and research. Further information about the chemistry department is on their website . 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.

Qualifications
Applications are invited from any area of chemistry. A PhD in chemistry or a closely related field is required prior to the date of hire.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$75,000

Application Instructions
To apply, a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching interests (maximum of two pages), research interests (maximum of one page), and at least two letters of recommendation must be submitted through Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Review of applications will begin March 14, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check. Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

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The Department of Mathematics of Colgate University is accepting applications for at least one 1-year visiting assistant professorship starting fall 2025.

Qualifications
Completion of a PhD in mathematics is expected prior to, or shortly after, the date of hire. Evidence of excellence in teaching is required. The successful candidate will, in the course of each academic year, teach five sections of our elementary courses (typically, Calculus I, II, or III). Each semester there will be at most two different course preparations required.

Application and Materials
A complete application requires a vita, a teaching statement, three letters of recommendation (at least two of which address teaching in detail), a completed AMS Cover Sheet, and, if available, teaching evaluations. All applicants should apply through mathjobs.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter (or other statement) their approach to teaching and/or scholarship in a diverse and inclusive educational environment. We welcome interpretations of diversity in the broadest sense.

Review of applications will begin March 14, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Salary Range
Salary range is $71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD).

Colgate is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 3200 students situated in central New York. 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. It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of 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 from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons 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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

The Colgate University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a one year visiting assistant professor position in observational astronomy to begin in fall 2025. Completion of the Ph.D. in astronomy/astrophysics, physics, or related field is required prior to or shortly after the date of hire. We seek a person with a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Previous teaching experience is preferred, but not required. Academic responsibilities will include teaching an intermediate-level course in observational astronomy using an on-campus observatory as well as leased telescope time at Apache Point Observatory in New Mexico. Therefore, candidates must possess the necessary observational experience to teach such a hands-on course. In addition, candidates will be given the opportunity to teach introductory astronomy and/or upper level courses in physics and astronomy. Candidates may also have the opportunity to teach a course in Colgate’s Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. Although the candidate will have no research requirements during this appointment, the department will be supportive of the candidate’s continued research program and collaboration with current faculty is possible.

The department has 11 faculty members and maintains well-equipped research laboratories in quantum and optical physics, green electronics, condensed matter physics, superconducting low-temperature physics, biophysics, planetary science, observational astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology, computational neuroscience, and engineered environmental processes. The department is housed in the Ho Science Center that is configured to facilitate interdisciplinary teaching and research. Visit our website for information regarding our facilities, programs, and faculty expertise.

Applying and Application Materials
Candidates should submit a CV, a description of teaching experience, and a short description of research experience and interests. These materials should be uploaded to Interfolio. The CV should include a publication list and the names of three individuals who have been asked by the candidate to serve as references. One of the potential letter writers should meaningfully address the candidate’s teaching experiences and qualifications as this will strengthen the application. The Department of Physics and Astronomy seeks to attract and retain the most talented scholars and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities to apply. In addition, we strive to foster supportive and inclusive communities in and out of the classroom. In their teaching statement, candidates should describe how their teaching and mentorship might support the department and the university’s commitment to broadening participation in physics and astronomy. The statement should speak directly to the candidate’s ability to work effectively with colleagues and students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. Review of applications will begin by March 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Email inquiries to Jeff Bary (jbary@colgate.edu) are welcome.

Colgate is a top liberal arts university of approximately 3,200 students situated in a picturesque village in central New York. 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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Department of the Classics at Colgate University invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Classics, beginning in fall semester 2025. The department seeks applicants experienced in the teaching of Latin and Greek at all levels and in teaching literature in translation; experience with courses on ancient civilization and/or material culture is also desirable. Completion of Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. The teaching load is five courses per year, and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.

Applying and Application Materials
A cover letter, three letters of recommendation, a curriculum vitae, and a brief writing sample must be submitted through Interfolio. Colgate University strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application materials, candidates must describe their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds.

Review of applications will begin on March 24, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

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. Learn more about the Classics department. 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.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Department of Art at Colgate University invites applications for a one-year (leave replacement) Visiting Assistant Professor position starting July 1, 2025. Completion of PhD prior to or shortly after the date of hire required. We are seeking candidates who can teach art and/or architectural history courses focusing on a time period prior to 1850; geographic area of specialization is open. Must also be able to teach our 100-level, introductory course on Architecture in Cultural Context. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with interdisciplinary university programs such as Africana and Latin American Studies, Asian Studies, and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. The candidate will be expected to teach 5 undergraduate courses over the 2025-2026 academic year (2 in the fall semester and 3 in the spring). Responsibilities may also include senior thesis advising.

Applying and Application Materials
Letter of application describing teaching and research interests and c.v. with the names of three potential recommenders must be submitted through Interfolio. Review of applications will begin on March 24, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be online (via Zoom).

Colgate is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 3,200 students situated in central New York. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Learn more about the Department of Art.

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their application letter, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching and scholarship might create an inclusive educational environment. 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.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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Colgate University’s Department of Theater seeks a full time Technical Director and Senior Lecturer in Stagecraft beginning July 1, 2025 to join a dynamic team of professional artists and educators.

The Technical Director (TD) coordinates and manages all aspects of production for the Department of Theater, which produces up to four theater and dance main stage productions each year, along with student and visiting artist events. Together with the Assistant Technical Director, the TD oversees all scenic, electrics, and sound/video equipment; manages the Department’s facilities and production builds; works with visiting designers; supervises an Assistant Technical Director and occasional overhire labor; and recruits and trains work-study staff. The TD acts as a principal carpenter, props supervisor, and scenic artist on all builds, and instructs student labor of varied skill levels. The TD also teaches one Stagecraft course per semester and mentors students with an interest in technical theater, including student stage managers.

The TD collaborates with the Theater Production and Operations Manager and the Chair of the Department of Theater on scheduling the production season and planning production budgets. In addition, the TD prepares all necessary production paperwork, including production calendars and construction drawings; schedules work calls; and oversees purchasing of all materials. Together with the ATD, the TD provides support for other University events sponsored by the Department of Theater, and any other events that take place in the Department of Theater’s facilities. The TD is responsible for safety oversight and guidance for all technical areas of the Department’s operation, and for planning and budgeting annual facilities upgrades. The ideal candidate for this position is a technical theater generalist, with a wide range of skills and interests, and a commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students in a liberal arts context.

Colgate is a highly selective liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Learn more about the Theater department. 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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$75,000 - $78,000 Requirements

An M.F.A. in Technical Theater or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates with a B.F.A., B.A., or B.S. degree and at least five years of professional experience in technical direction will also be considered. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required. The candidate should be knowledgeable and have experience in more than one area of production, including scenic construction. Experience working with students and/or staff of varying skill sets is desirable. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching or professional experience and mentorship might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply
Applications materials must be submitted through Interfolio. Review of applications will begin April 11, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Please provide a cover letter, resume, and names of three references.

Qualifications
Accountabilities

Primarily accountable for accurate and timely execution of all technical elements of productions in the Brehmer Theater.
Develops and adheres to budgets for all production elements, except costumes.
Ensures proper maintenance and operation of all scene shop tools and theater systems (rigging, sound, and lighting) in accordance with relevant safety protocols.
Responsible for procurement of key supplies (lumber, paint, building supplies, properties) as needed.
Ensures proper training and effective supervision of newly hired technicians, student workers and laboratory students.
Accountable for effective scheduling and coverage of technicians for all events taking place in Brehmer Theater.
Accountable for adherence to Colgate University’s Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) that defines the university’s laboratory safety policies, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe learning environment for students, staff and faculty.
Accountable for staying current with relevant regulations (e.g. health, safety, care, and otherwise).
Participates in all academic meetings in the Department of Theater and Dance. Submits and reviews recommendations on facility and instructional improvements.

Technical Competencies

Instructional Support Demonstrated ability to train and supervise student labor of varied skill levels in the use of theater technology.
Workshop Skills Demonstrated ability to build scenery and props utilizing traditional theatrical woodworking techniques and knowledge of tool safety.
Workshop Support Demonstrated ability to organize the shop environment and effectively manage inventory levels of materials and supplies. Ability to diagnose problems with key theater equipment and arrange for proper repairs and maintenance.
Technical Direction Demonstrated expertise in all areas of stagecraft sufficient to effectively plan and execute scenic, lighting, property, video, and sound designs.
Budget Management Demonstrated ability to provide accurate and timely cost projections for scenic, lighting, projection, and sound designs.
Adherence to Deadlines Demonstrated ability to adhere to production schedules.
Rigging Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently suspend scenic and lighting equipment overhead.
Technology Familiarity with design-specific software (including ETC Ion lighting console, QLab, AutoCad and/or Vectorworks, Adobe Photoshop) sufficient to navigate, train others, provide access, and perform simple troubleshooting activities.
Regulatory Safety Knowledge Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a safe, efficient production workshop environment. Demonstrated ability to enforce Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations as they pertain to theater practice; to enforce the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed; and adherence to standard theater chemical, physical, and environmental Hazard Communication (HAZ-COM) practices.
Physical Requirements Must be able to work independently, climb ladders to a height of 24 feet, and lift objects of up to 50 lbs.
Other Information Valid Driver's License is required. Evening and weekend work will be necessary on occasion.

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences and Neuroscience Program at Colgate University invites applications for one or two positions at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning in the Fall semester of 2025. The term of the position(s) is one year, with the possibility of renewal for one or two additional years depending on the evaluation of teaching effectiveness and institutional need. Both positions are open to area, though emphasis on cognitive, social, personality, developmental, or clinical psychology is encouraged. Successful candidates will be expected to teach staff-taught courses (e.g., Introduction to Psychological Science, Research Methods, or Quantitative Methods), upper-level courses in the candidate’s specialty area, and supervision of senior thesis work. Successful candidates may also be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.

Completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field is required prior to, or shortly after, the date of hire. The teaching load for this position is equivalent to five courses per year, with one of those courses being supervision of senior thesis work in the candidate’s research area. Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Applying and Application Materials
Candidates should prepare a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statements of teaching and research interests, and should also provide names and contact information for three professional references. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching and scholarship might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and names of three people who can provide letters of recommendation must be submitted through Interfolio.

Review of applications will begin March 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Colgate is a top liberal arts university of 3,200 undergraduate students situated in central New York. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Learn more about the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. Appointees will join a faculty of teacher-scholars deeply committed to a strong, research-oriented program, and to a vibrant undergraduate curriculum that integrates psychological science and neuroscience. Colgate recently inaugurated a new Mind, Brain and Behavior Initiative that provides support and opportunities for interdisciplinary teaching and collaborative research.

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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Economics Department of Colgate University invites applications for one visiting assistant professor beginning fall semester 2025. Although all fields are acceptable, candidates will receive preference if they can teach undergraduate public economics, law and economics, or gender economics. All candidates will likely teach our one-semester Introduction to Economics course. Teaching load is five courses per year. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. or ABD in economics and a demonstrated ability or potential for high quality teaching. This position may have the possibility of renewal for an additional year.

Application and Materials
A cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and 3 letters of recommendation must be submitted via Interfolio. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In the cover letter, candidates must describe their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. 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. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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. Learn more about the Economics Department.

Contact: Nicole Simpson, Chair, Department of Economics, nsimpson@colgate.edu.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$89,000 (for ABD candidates) to $93,000 (for candidates with PhD in hand)Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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The Film and Media Studies Program and the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at Colgate University invite applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in Film and Media Studies and Italian Language and Literature, beginning fall term 2025. Completion of the PhD in the relevant field is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire. The teaching assignment is five courses per year, including courses in Film and Media Studies and Italian Language and Literature. Learn more about the Film & Media Studies Program and the Department of Romance Languages and Literature.

Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

Colgate University is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. 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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)

Qualifications
Applicants should possess expertise in both fields and have native or near-native fluency in both Italian and English, with a record of excellence in teaching either in film and media studies or Italian.

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and names of three recommenders through Interfolio.

Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching and scholarship meaningfully engage with values and issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing concrete examples and/or strategies for working effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

The Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences at Colgate University invites applications for a visiting Assistant Professor position in the field of structural geology, beginning in the spring of 2026. Highly competitive candidates with a completed Ph.D. may be considered for an earlier appointment, starting in fall of 2025. The initial term of the appointment will be through the spring of 2027, contingent on satisfactory teaching in the 2025-2026 academic year. There is a possibility of renewal beyond the spring of 2027, contingent on department needs and an evaluation of teaching effectiveness in the first year. Ph.D. in geoscience or a closely related field is required by the start of the appointment. Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.

We seek an individual who is committed to excellence in teaching and research at the undergraduate level, within the field of structural geology. Candidates should support the department’s mission of field-based teaching, which may include field trips and participation in departmental field courses. The successful candidate will contribute to introductory teaching in the geosciences for majors and non-majors, as well as to upper-level courses in their area of specialty. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.

Application Instructions
A cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, and three reference letters must be submitted through Interfolio at Interfolio. Review of applications will begin May 16, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates are encouraged to review Colgate’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. In their application materials, candidates must describe how their teaching might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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.

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$75,000 per year

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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The Russian and Eurasian Studies Program at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York, USA invites applications for a Russian Language Intern position in the Russian and Eurasian Studies Program for the 2025-2026 academic year (late August 2025 through mid-May 2026). There is a possibility of renewal for an additional year, pending institutional need and successful job performance. The Russian Language Intern will be provided by the university with a $13,800 annual living stipend, as well as the following benefits:

A private room in a shared apartment with other language interns, within walking distance of campus
Health insurance
A partial university meal plan ($2,500 value)
Access to athletics facilities
Up to $2,500 toward travel to/from their home country.
Enrollment in up to two Colgate University classes for credit each semester

The successful candidate is expected to be fluent in Russian and sufficiently proficient in English to function in an English-speaking environment. Candidates should either hold or be actively pursuing a degree at either the undergraduate or graduate level. Colgate will support a J-1 visa for this position.

Language interns work on a part-time basis, usually contributing about 20 hours per week. Language interns will assist lead instructors in language courses and will not be responsible for teaching their own courses or for assigning grades for student work.

The responsibilities of a language intern may include the following:

Providing assistance to instructors and professors of the relevant language
Providing one-on-one and small group tutoring services to students learning the language
Correcting student homework and essays
Organizing extracurricular cultural and language activities with students (i.e., creating social events for students outside the class)
Taking part in informal language conversations (i.e., Table of Babel)
Supporting CLAC (Cultures and Language Across the Curriculum) courses
Collaborating with staff of the Keck Language Center at Colgate
Actively participating in the relevant language club on campus
Other duties assigned by the relevant program or department chair.

Application materials:

CV written in English
Application letter written in English, in which the candidate explains the reasons for applying, addresses how the candidate is qualified for the position, and indicates any extra-curricular activities that may be helpful for the position
Two letters of recommendation that address the candidate’s teaching

Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. All application materials must be submitted through Interfolio.

Review of applications will begin on May 10, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by Zoom. Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Learn more about the Russian and Eurasian Studies Program. 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.

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 e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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