Hiring Notices

Your employment is contingent upon verification of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Newly hired or rehired employees are required to complete a Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 within the first three (3) working days and present valid, original documentation.

Section one (1) of the I-9 must be completed online no later than the first day of employment on the Columbia University I-9 and E-Verify page. Section two (2) must be completed in person using original and unexpired documents (electronic versions and photocopies are prohibited under the law). Instructions on scheduling an appointment for completing section 2, either on campus or using the I-9 Anywhere service if you work outside New York City, can be found on the websites.

Columbia University is committed to operating with integrity and fully complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. The University does not tolerate retaliation against individuals who report compliance concerns. There are a number of resources available at the University to individuals concerned about unethical, illegal, or suspicious behavior. We encourage you to visit the University's Compliance website to familiarize yourself with University policies.

Maintaining a positive work environment and promoting a workplace free from discrimination and harassment supports the academic and research mission of the University by ensuring all members of our community can contribute to their fullest potential. As a condition of employment, you will be required to complete The New York Anti-Sexual Harassment training upon hire and every year thereafter in accordance with New York State and City Law.

The University’s Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) has overall responsibility for the management of the University’s EOAA Policies & Procedures; coordinates compliance activities under these policies and the applicable federal, state and local laws; and is designated as the University’s Compliance Office for Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other equal opportunity, nondiscrimination and affirmative action laws.

As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Council of Ivy Group Presidents (Ivy League), the University requires all members of the community, in all matters related to the intercollegiate athletics program, to exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior about adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations.

All CUIMC faculty, staff, students, and other designated individuals at the university are required to complete HIPAA Privacy and Security Essentials training upon hire and annually thereafter to ensure continued vigilance in protecting our patient information.  After activating your UNI, you will be automatically registered to complete the course and receive an email from Columbia's Enterprise Learning Management system with instructions. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of employment. 

In accordance with New York State’s HERO Act, we are providing all new employees with a copy of the prevention plan that Columbia has adopted to protect against the transmission of any airborne infectious diseases in the workplace as designated by the NYS Commissioner of Health.

In accordance with New York City’s Worker’s Bill of Rights legislation, we are providing all new employees with a link to the rights and protections workers can expect.

For more information about Columbia’s policies, please see the Human Resources section of the University Policies site.

In compliance with applicable laws, we provide all new employees with a copy of the University’s lactation policy.