The Tang Center Post-Doctoral Research Scholar in Early China Studies

The Tang Center Post-Doctoral Research Scholar, housed within the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, is intended to foster the academic careers of recent PhDs whose area of research is Early China Studies. In addition to pursuing his or her own research, the successful candidate is expected to teach one course per semester (two courses in total). One course must be a department core course “Introduction to East Asian Civilizations: China,” and the other course must be a graduate seminar on Early China. In some cases, other teaching assignments may be made according to departmental need. He/she will give a lecture at the Tang Center, and take part in the regular events of the department and the Tang Center.
Compensation includes a competitive annual salary, and health benefits. The scholar will be provided with office space, access to the library system, and other related administrative assistance.

Information on qualifications and application instructions will be announced through Columbia University’s official job posting. Details of the job description defer to future announcements.

Please see here for current year (2026-2027) application details.