Description Columbia University invites applications for István Deák Visiting Professorship(s) in East Central European Studies for one semester (fall or spring) in the academic year 2025-2026. The professorship, commemorating Professor Deák’s legacy of excellence in research and teaching, is open to scholars who have active interest and accomplishments in East and Central European studies. Appointment will be open-rank, to be filled at any level from Visiting Assistant to Visiting Full Professor. The visiting professor will be appointed in one of the Humanities or Social Science departments of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The visitor will teach two courses for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. The visitor is