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Assistant Professor in Social/Personality Psychology   The Psychology Department at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure track position in social and/or personality psychology, broadly defined. The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level and will begin in August 2020. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field and a strong record of achievement in research and teaching. Responsibilities include maintaining an active program of research, pursuing external funding, and teaching undergraduate and graduate social and personality psychology courses. Candidates should be interested in both undergraduate and graduate teaching and invested in the mentorship model of research.   The University of Alabama, founded in 1831, is the flagship campus of a three-campus system. The University is located in Tuscaloosa, a city of approximately 100,000 that was named an All-America City by the National Civic League. Tuscaloosa is home of the Crimson Tide football team, as well as the historic Bama Theatre, the Paul R. Jones Art Gallery, the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, the Tuscaloosa Farmer’s Market, and nearby Kentuck Festival of the Arts and Moundville Archeological Park. The Psychology Department has 36 faculty and 100 graduate students distributed in three experimental (Social, Cognitive, and Developmental) and four clinical (Law, Health, Gerontology, and Child) concentrations. The Department offers a bachelor’s degree in psychology, doctoral degrees in both clinical and experimental psychology, and a graduate minor in statistics.   The University of Alabama values diversity, and we particularly welcome applications from scholars who are from populations historically underrepresented in the academy, and/or who have experience working with diverse populations. Our department embraces the values of open and reproducible science, and candidates are strongly encouraged to address in their statements how they have pursued and/or plan to pursue these goals in their work. Applicants should submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest, a current CV, three letters of recommendation, a research statement, and a teaching statement that includes courses taught, teaching philosophy, and indicators of teaching effectiveness. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Materials should be submitted online at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/45873 . Letters of recommendation should be emailed to the Search Chair, Dr. Alexa Tullett, atullett@ua.edu. For more information on our department, visit https://psychology.ua.edu .  

The University of Oregon’s Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track position in data science in psychology. For this position we are interested in researchers who develop and/or integrate new, quantitative methods within psychological research. Examples of relevant areas for this search include, but are not limited to: natural language processing; machine learning; network analysis of neural, psychological, or social processes; longitudinal modeling of developmental processes; computational models of human learning, perception, or performance; scientific computing; data visualization; or other modern computational methods and approaches applied in psychological research. The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level and will begin in Fall 2020. The competitive candidate (Ph.D. required at the time of appointment) will have an active research program and be capable of outstanding research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to the collaborative, interdisciplinary, and growing community of researchers across campus with interests in data science. We particularly welcome applications from scholars who are from populations historically underrepresented in the academy, and/or who have experience working with diverse populations. Minimum Requirements Doctoral degree in psychology or related field by the time of the appointment. Preferred Qualifications Competitive applicants will have an established research profile, peer-reviewed publications, external funding experience, and a proven record of teaching experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to teach and mentor in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population and that reflect a commitment to encouraging the success of all students. Required Application Materials Candidates are asked to apply online at www.academicjobsonline.org by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, three representative publications, and three statements: (1) research accomplishments and future plans, (2) teaching experience and approach, and (3) personal contributions and/or plans to foster an environment of equity and inclusion for faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.  Our department embraces the values of open and reproducible science, and candidates are strongly encouraged to address in their statements how they have pursued and/or plan to pursue these goals in their work. Apply via Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14619

NAU is a community devoted to student success and sustained by an unshakable commitment to our shared mission, vision, and values. We—faculty, staff, and administrators—thrive by combining our efforts and working side by side to further NAU’s culture of excellence. Special Information The Department of Psychological Sciences at Northern Arizona University (http://www.nau.edu/psych) is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and we seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to work with marginalized communities and with students holding a range of worldviews. The department faculty represent a range of sub-disciplines in psychology and we value research and teaching approaches that incorporate best practices in research methods and data analysis, and the ability to consider diverse perspectives.  We offer a BS in Psychology and a BS in Psychological Sciences, as well as a Master’s degree in Psychological Sciences. Several of our faculty collaborate with NAU’s new Interdisciplinary Health PhD program, which provides opportunities for collaboration and student supervision across departments and colleges within NAU. This is a tenure-eligible, full-time, benefit-eligible, administrative faculty position located in Flagstaff, AZ.  The administrative assignment will be to serve as  Chair of the Department of Psychological Sciences . Rank, tenure status, and home unit for the faculty appointment will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, credentials, and experience.  While faculty appointment is ongoing tenure-eligible or tenured academic year (9 month) appointment, the administrative assignment as  Chair  is a 12 month appointment renewable annually. Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position. Job Description The Department of Psychological Sciences at Northern Arizona University seeks applications for Department Chair anticipated to begin in the Spring or Summer of 2020. The Chair is expected to lead the department in development of a vision and plan that will guide efforts to build on the accomplishments of the department in educational programming, promotion of student achievement, and research. The successful candidate will be responsible for operational and financial management, including facilitation of planning, effective faculty governance, and advancement of the diversity and inclusion goals of the university and college. We seek a leader who has a strong management/leadership and scholarly research background. The ideal candidate will have success in securing external funding, creative skills, and high aspirations to guide the department in its quest to build on its research agenda, while sustaining and growing top-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs that serve a diverse population of traditional and non-traditional learners.   The ideal candidate will exhibit excellent collaboration and communication skills and demonstrate the ability to enhance the interdisciplinary environment within the department and college. Candidates with a Ph.D. or doctorate in Psychological Sciences, or closely related discipline, at the rank of advanced Associate or Full Professor and who have demonstrated administrative experience with an established record of successful teaching, scholarly research, and publications are encouraged to apply. Candidates with scholarship and/or leadership experience focused on issues of diversity or diverse populations are especially encouraged to apply. Experience working in graduate programs and a successful record of external funding is also preferred. The balance of research and teaching responsibilities are negotiable and may include up to two courses per year at undergraduate and/or graduate levels, depending on research and other activities.   Minimum Qualifications For the rank of Associate Professor: Ph.D. or doctorate in Psychology, or closely related discipline. Minimum of two years of administrative experience and/or documented leadership within a university structure. Record of achievement commensurate with an appointment at the rank of advanced Associate Professor, as demonstrated in teaching and research publication that is consistent with NAU and SBS faculty appointment criteria. For the rank of Professor: Ph.D. or doctorate in Psychology, or closely related discipline. Minimum of two years of administrative experience and/or documented leadership within a university structure. Record of achievement commensurate with an appointment at the rank of Professor, as demonstrated in teaching and research publication that is consistent with NAU and SBS faculty appointment criteria. Preferred Qualifications Evidence of providing effective leadership. Evidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills. A record of nationally recognized scholarship evidenced by peer reviewed publications, presentations, impact factors or other evaluative measures. A record of external funding. Evidence of commitment to high quality education through curriculum development, quality teaching, and working with undergraduate and graduate students. Experience with development and delivery of high quality online courses and/or degree programs. Evidence of successful engagement with diversity: scholarship and/or leadership experience focused on issues of diversity, inclusion or diverse populations; work with diverse learners or communities. Commitment to advocate for faculty, staff, and students in Psychological Sciences and support the strategic goals of the university and college. General Information Northern Arizona University has a student population of 31,073, including approximately 23,000 on its main campus in Flagstaff and the remainder at more than 20 locations statewide and online. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes. While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees. Flagstaff has a population of about 70,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment. For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the  Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage . Background Information Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following:  a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment.  You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year the Northern Arizona University Police Department releases an annual security report.  The report is a result of the federal law known as the Clery Act and contains policy statements that address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security including policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.  The report contains three years of data for Clery reportable crime statistics for the campus along with the most current year’s Fire Safety Report, which includes policy statements and fire statistics for Flagstaff on-campus student housing.  The report may be viewed at  nau.edu/clery  or by visiting the  NAUPD website .  A printed copy of the report is available upon request by contacting the NAU Police Department, Records Department at (928)523-8884 or by visiting the department at Building 98A on the NAU Mountain Campus. Salary Commensurate with experience. Benefits This is a Faculty (FAC) position.  NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members.  More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU  HR benefits page . Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the  Conditions of Faculty Service . Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan).  Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of employment.  The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following 90 days of employment.  More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU  HR benefits page .  Submission Deadline This vacancy will be open until filled or closed.  Priority review of applications will begin on October 28, 2019, with weekly reviews thereafter. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description if viewing this position through the NAU HR website. Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to  nau.jobs , follow the 'Faculty and Administrator Openings' link, locate vacancy  604595 , and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page. Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching and leadership philosophy; (4) a statement of research interests and external funding activities; and (5) names and contact information for three references.  Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the  HR website   or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011. FLSA Status This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked. Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. EEO is the Law Poster and Supplements NAU is an Employer of National Service.  AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.  

Sarah Lawrence College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the Department of Psychology beginning fall 2020. We seek a scholar whose research and teaching interests are in the area of child clinical psychology. Candidates should be interested in offering courses that include material from the perspectives of developmental, clinical, and cultural psychology, and where relevant integrating theory, research and observation. Specific areas of interest may include developmental theory, social/emotional/personality development, early childhood learning and play, and challenges to development from trauma, neurodiversity, family, and experiential factors. A doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology and teaching experience are required. Candidates should be prepared to teach seminar classes to small groups of students at both the introductory and more advanced level, in addition to individual work with students. This person will also be centrally involved in teaching and research with graduate students in the Master’s program in Child Development. The application should include the following: Cover letter, CV, course descriptions for two proposed courses, sample of scholarly writing and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2019. Position will remain open until filled. To apply please go to: http://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/1289

You have deep knowledge of a social science field as well as technical expertise related to experimental design and analyses. You’re passionate about developing insights from the research literature into policy and program designs that improve lives; generating new ideas, theories, and products based on empirical tests that determine what works best; and, in general, always pushing to use what we know about people and societies to improve the world. You want to be a leader in defining what it means for government to run on experiments. Strong candidates have : a deep understanding of at least one policy-relevant field of study advanced technical abilities related to experimental design and analyses think creatively and strategically about how insights from research literature can be transformed into policy and program designs that achieve District priority goals a commitment to using scientific tools to make a positive difference in DC residents’ lives, particularly for historically disadvantaged populations. Read the complete position descriptions Term The Lab seeks someone who is currently at an institution of higher education and can commit to joining the team full-time through August 2020 here in DC. The candidate would still maintain their employment/affiliation with their institution and The Lab would reimburse the institution for some/all of their time through a Personnel Exchange Agreement. The ideal candidate would have the opportunity to extend their term with The Lab for multiple years, pending available funds. Apply If interested, please complete an  interest form  in which you will upload your CV by October 15, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT .  

We welcome applications from researchers within a large range of disciplines in the social, behavioral and life sciences: anthropology, evolutionary biology, economics, genetics, history, law, mathematics, neuroscience, philosophy, political science, psychology and sociology; however, motivated applications from outside these disciplines will be given full consideration. Successful applicants will have to demonstrate an interest in, and a commitment to, at least one of the other disciplines of IAST. We seek candidates with a strong research background in their own discipline, but willing and able to develop research projects drawing on IAST’s substantial interdisciplinary resources, including particularly the proximity of strong groups in economics (Toulouse School of Economics, TSE). We are open to a variety of research methods, including theory, field and laboratory experiments, observational field work, and the analysis of large secondary data sets. All research interests relevant to the broad study of human behavior are welcome, but interests that complement and / or enhance those already developed at IAST will be given special consideration. These include, to cite only a few: In history: quantitative economic history (cliometrics), empirical political economy in history, qualitative economic or social history; emergence and dynamics of institutions and networks. In evolutionary biology: theoretical models of evolution (applied to family structure, strategic interactions, plasticity, cognition, learning, cultural evolution); related empirical work. In anthropology: human biology, life history theory, human development and plasticity, health and infectious disease, aging, demography, host-parasite co-evolution, diet and nutrition, global health, evolutionary medicine and genetics. In political science: public opinion and public policies, political economy, political institutions, development, experimental political science, studies of networks and their impact on individual and collective action. In law: law and economics, corporate governance, criminology. In psychology: cognition, beliefs, identity, memory, the emotions, culture, social trust, gender, group decision-making. In sociology: network formation, the impact of networks on social outcomes, sociology of religion. In genetics and neuroscience: mental state representation, personality, intelligence.

The Program in Cognitive Science, in collaboration with the University Center for Human Values invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Cognitive Science of Values. The successful candidate will be based in the laboratory of Dr. Tania Lombrozo in the Department of Psychology. We aim to support a highly promising scholar with a background in cognitive science or a related discipline, such as psychology, empirically informed/experimental philosophy, or formal epistemology. The scholar's research agenda should address a topic that engages with both cognitive science and values, such as the role of moral values in decision making, or the role of epistemic values in belief revision. The proposed research is expected to yield both theoretical and empirical publications. Candidates will be expected to contribute the equivalent of one course each year to the University Center and/or the Department. This contribution may be fulfilled by teaching a course on a topic related to cognitive science of values (subject to approval by Project Directors, the Department Chair or Chairs, and the Office of the Dean of the Faculty) or service to the Project or Center of some other sort, subject to approval of the Project and Center Directors. If teaching a semester-long course, the successful candidate would carry the additional title of Lecturer. The candidate will be appointed in the Program in Cognitive Science and will be invited to participate in programs of the University Center for Human Values. Applications are welcome from candidates who have or expect to have a Ph.D. by the start date, September 1, 2020. Applicants should not have held the degree for more than three years by the date of appointment. They may not be employed by another institution during the term of their Princeton appointment. Applications will be evaluated on the basis of the applicant's previous accomplishments, the promise of the proposed research project in the cognitive science of values, and the applicant's ability to contribute to the intellectual life of the Program in Cognitive Science, the University Center for Human Values, and Dr. Lombrozo's laboratory group. The term of appointment is one year, normally beginning September 1, 2020, with the expectation of renewal assuming good performance. Applicants are expected to be in residence for the duration of the appointment. Princeton offers competitive salary and employee benefits. You may submit an online application at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/14003 . The online system includes instructions on how to apply. A complete application will include the following materials: 1.A current curriculum vitae; 2.A research proposal (not to exceed 1,500 words). Please supply an indicative title for the project at the beginning of the proposal; 3.A representative manuscript or publication; 4. Contact information for three referees, who will be asked to comment specifically on your qualifications for the proposed research project. Referees will be contacted directly by email with instructions for uploading letters of reference. These materials should be submitted online by January 8, 2020 for full consideration. We cannot accept application materials by any other method. Letters of reference are to be submitted by the end of the business day on January 15, 2020 (5:00PM EST). The selection committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and applications lacking any of the elements listed above may be at a disadvantage. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Northland College is seeking applicants for two full-time, tenure-track assistant professor positions in psychology. Because we intend to fill two positions, candidates from all specialty areas of psychology will receive consideration. We are especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will be able to contribute to Northland’s emphases on issues of social justice, sustainability, and the environment. The successful candidate will teach seven courses a year including introduction to psychology, content courses from a few sub-disciplines in psychology; and advanced topics in the candidate’s area of interest; serve on college and other committees; and engage in scholarly activities in their area of expertise. The candidate will also mentor undergraduates as an academic advisor and on research projects. Preference will be given to applicants who place a high value on a liberal arts education and teaching. Responsibilities and Qualifications: PhD degree in hand by the start date of August 1, 2020, are preferred, though ABD candidates will be considered; Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts context, as well as expertise in issues related to social justice, diversity, and the environment broadly defined; Teaching experience preferred Organization Details Northland College 1411 Ellis Avenue Ashland, Wisconsin 54806 Number of Position Openings: 2 How to Apply Please complete the online application and include the following: Cover letter Curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy, description of previous teaching experiences, and any evidence of prior teaching effectiveness, (e.g. syllabi, course evaluations, peer observations) Include a discussion of how your teaching, research, and/or service would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Northland College. This information could either be integrated into your cover letter, or be addressed in your teaching statement. A list of three references including contact information

The Department of Criminal Justice at Temple University seeks applicants for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level, beginning in the fall semester 2020.  We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in corrections, including but not limited to incarceration and punishment, correctional systems, offender risk and needs assessment, alternatives to incarceration, re-entry, correctional policy and program evaluation.  Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to policy-oriented research, community collaborations, and/or research-practitioner partnerships and have strong methodological skills. Applicants holding doctorates in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related discipline, including but not limited to, African American Studies, Anthropology, Critical Studies, Economics, Geography, Latinx Studies, Law and Society, Political Science, Public Health, Psychology, and Sociology are strongly preferred.   Highly qualified ABDs may be considered if completion of the Ph.D. will occur prior to fall 2020. Consideration will not be given to those holding only a J.D. degree. The Criminal Justice Department has a strong commitment to high-quality, collaborative, interdisciplinary research.  Faculty members have a very strong track record of success securing external grants from a variety of funders, including the US Department of Justice, National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, the City of Philadelphia and various private funders.  Applicants must possess a demonstrated record of high quality scholarship and research productivity, and significant potential for extramural grants as well as a strong commitment to teaching excellence.  More information about the department can be found at https://www.cla.temple.edu/criminal-justice/ . Review of applications will begin October 1, 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Please include with your application materials: (1) a cover letter including statement of interest, scholarly goals, and any record of community commitment and/or research-practitioner partnerships, (2) a teaching portfolio (including experience and teaching philosophy, student evaluations, peer reviews, etc.), (3) curriculum vitae, (4) selected publications/writing samples, and (5) at least three reference letters. All application materials should be uploaded through the following link: https:// apply.interfolio.com/68941 . Any questions about submitting application materials should be sent to Mr. Joseph DelMastro (Joseph.DelMastro@temple.edu). Temple University is a state-related Carnegie Research University (highest research activity) located in Philadelphia. The Department of Criminal Justice is situated in the College of Liberal Arts, which is home to 38 undergraduate majors, 38 minors, 22 certificate programs, 14 doctoral programs, and 6 graduate certificates.  With its vibrant and diverse array of educational programs, the College of Liberal Arts plays a tremendous role in Temple University’s academic success and its mission mirrors both the historical importance of the liberal arts in society and the principles on which the University was founded.       Temple University is an Affirmative Action equal opportunity employer and particularly encourages applications from women and persons of color, members of under-represented groups, persons with disabilities, and veterans. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.

The Department of Psychology at Cornell University seeks to hire an Associate or Full Professor from any area of Psychology. Applicants must have a distinguished record of scholarly impact and preference will be given to candidates with the potential to serve in a leadership capacity in the Department in the future. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must upload into Academic Jobs online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14149 a cover letter, curriculum vitae, along with a list of the applicant’s five most impactful publications, a brief statement of teaching interests,  and a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion. Confidential letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later date. For more information on the diversity statement, please see: http://facultydevelopment.cornell.edu/information-for-faculty-candidates/ Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to Cornell University’s heritage and applications from women and minority candidates are especially welcome. Cornell is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.