Faculty Positions

Williams College has one of the lowest student to faculty ratios in the country.

barrowsThe members of Williams College’s accomplished and diverse faculty are strongly committed to original research and artistic creation and to teaching undergraduates from a rich variety of backgrounds and experiences. They contribute to a vibrant liberal arts environment that values collegial exchange, interdisciplinary work, and pedagogical innovation. The Williams faculty is exceptionally large for a college of its size, producing one of the lowest student / faculty ratios in the country.

In accordance with its stated commitment to building and sustaining an intellectual culture in which all faculty, students and staff can thrive, the college appoints its outstanding scholars, artists, and teachers from broad, inclusive pools of candidates, and supports the work of new and continuing faculty through a range of programs and initiatives.

Open Faculty Positions

Athletics and Physical Education

Williams College invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Education and Head Coach of Women’s Lacrosse. This is a full-time faculty position with an initial appointment of three-years. Reappointments are granted following regularly scheduled reviews. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2025. Responsibilities include implementing coaching strategies and teaching methods to … Continue reading "Athletics and Physical Education"  more »


Biology Department

Position Description The Biology Department at Williams College, a premier liberal arts college with a strong commitment to excellence in the sciences, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor to begin September 2025. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage individuals whose experiences and perspectives will enhance our commitment to … Continue reading "Biology Department"  more »