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Duke Kunshan University (DKU)  invites applications for multiple faculty positions in Psychology. We are particularly interested in hiring individuals who have research and teaching experience in any one or more of the following broad areas: Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Developmental Psychology. We are seeking faculty who want to work in an interdisciplinary setting with colleagues in neuroscience, behavioral science, economics, political science, health, leadership, ethics, philosophy, religious studies, sociology and anthropology.    These positions are open with regard to rank including tenured, tenure track and non-tenure track. Mid-career and senior faculty are especially encouraged to apply.  In order to meet Chinese visa requirements, prior to the position start date international (non-Chinese) candidates must have worked full-time for at least two years (including post-doctoral work) after receiving their Bachelor’s degree.  DKU is a collaborative partnership of Duke University, Wuhan University and the Municipality of Kunshan, China ( https://dukekunshan.edu.cn/ ).  Our campus provides an innovative, interdisciplinary undergraduate liberal arts experience to a student body that will number 2000 students and 150+ faculty, with an acceptance rate of <8% and a student body represented by over 40 countries. We also offer a series of Master’s level graduate programs. The DKU pedagogical model draws on the best of Duke’s educational experience and resources to reimagine undergraduate instruction on an intimate campus setting.   Similar to the best liberal arts colleges in the United States, DKU values dedication to teaching excellence in a liberal arts environment, as well as a strong commitment to successful scholarly engagement and research. This includes research with undergraduate students.  As a whole, the Duke Kunshan faculty will have strong commitments to teaching and research, and outstanding quality in both areas will be highly valued.  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in an appropriate field. Applicants should provide a cover letter including a clear statement of the candidate’s specific interest in DKU, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, and a teaching statement, as well as the names and contact information for three references. All materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14461 . The search committee also invites and encourages letters of nomination for potential candidates. Nominations and questions about the positions may be sent to social-science-search@dukekunshan.edu.cn using “Psychology” as the subject line. Priority will be given to applications received by October 15, 2019; we will accept applications until the positions are filled.   The DKU campus is 37 miles west of Shanghai in Kunshan, and is connected to Shanghai via an 18-minute high-speed train. DKU provides internationally competitive compensation, housing allowance, child education benefits (for applicable faculty positions), and a discretionary fund or start-up package.    As an international intellectual community that encourages diversity, openness and creative learning, DKU welcomes outstanding faculty from around the world who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to a global learning and research environment. DKU particularly welcomes applications from underrepresented groups and minorities. 

The Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Cognitive Psychology, focusing on Human-Technology Interaction. The successful applicant will join the  Perception, Cognition, and Language Cluster.  The appointment will begin July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.    The successful candidate will have received a Ph.D. in Psychology or related field by the start date of the appointment, or shortly thereafter. The applicant must demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research in an area that expands and complements the breadth of our  department.  Candidates must have a research program that demonstrates strengths in both theory and methodology in the general area of Human-Technology Interaction. Example research topics include but are not limited to brain-computer interfaces, human-robot interaction, and sensory-motor behaviour in the context of augmented reality.    A record of excellence in research will be demonstrated by high quality contributions in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards, and other honours, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through a teaching dossier documenting the candidate's contributions to teaching and learning, which includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations, as well as strong letters of reference.    The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an internationally competitive, active, innovative, independent, externally funded program of research and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students as well as graduate students enrolled in the tri-campus University of Toronto Psychology Graduate Program. There will be opportunities to collaborate with UTM psychologists exploring Perception, Cognition, and Language across the lifespan, as well as with psychologists in other clusters (Behavioural Neuroscience, Developmental Science, and/or Health, Adaptation and Well-being), and other researchers on all three campuses of the University of Toronto.    Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.    For more information on the Department of Psychology, UTM please visit us at  http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/psychology/welcome-psychology-utm    Application Information: All qualified candidates are invited to apply online via: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1903326&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York .   Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and no more than three copies of representative publications.    Equity and diversity are among UTM’s core values and are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1-2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented groups, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.    All application materials must be submitted online. Please direct questions to:  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca.  The application deadline is October 17, 2019.    Submission guidelines can be found at:  http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . We recommend combining attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.    Applicants must also ask at least three referees to send letters (dated, signed, and on letterhead), directly to the department via e-mail to  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca  by the closing date. We encourage applicants to use Interfolio  http://www.interfolio.com/services/dossier/  for their letters of reference only.    The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.    As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see  http://uoft.me/UP.     All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  

The University of Kansas seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Psychology expected to begin as early as August 18, 2020. The desired candidate will have a program of research and a teaching portfolio that can contribute to at least one of the unit’s programs: Brain, Behavior and Quantitative Science, Clinical Psychology, and/or Social Psychology. The candidate must also have research and teaching expertise in advanced quantitative or computational methods. An ideal candidate will have expertise developing or using quantitative and/or computational models that can address theory-driven questions. A Ph.D., ABD, or terminal degree is expected by the start date of appointment. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Kansas actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.   The successful applicant must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. 

The Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Developmental Neuropsychology , broadly defined. The appointment will begin July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.    The successful applicant must have received a Ph.D. in Psychology or related field by the start date of the appointment, or shortly thereafter and demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research. Candidates must conduct research with humans. Researchers who conduct studies with special populations are strongly encouraged to apply, especially if their work is lab-based and has clinical and/or applied relevance. The successful candidate will have a rigorous program of research that focuses on the relationship between brain and behaviour in any developmental period(s) - from the prenatal period to adolescence, in an area of Psychology that complements and expands the breadth of  our program . Candidates must have a strong research program in developmental neuropsychology that demonstrates both theoretical and methodological excellence that complements ongoing  research in the department.     A record of excellence in research will be demonstrated by high quality contributions in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards, and other honours, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through a teaching dossier, to include a teaching statement, sample syllabi and teaching evaluations, documenting the candidate's contributions to teaching and learning, as well as strong reference letters.    The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an internationally competitive, active, innovative, independent, externally funded program of research and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students as well as graduate students enrolled in the tri-campus University of Toronto Psychology Graduate Program. There will be opportunities to collaborate with UTM psychologists in research clusters focused on Behavioural Neuroscience, Developmental Science, Perception Cognition and Language, and/or Health, Adaptation and Well-being, as well as with researchers on all three campuses of the University of Toronto. Applicants who help bridge the Developmental Science and Behavioral Neuroscience research clusters within our department are especially welcomed. Applicants are encouraged to speak to how they will contribute to the research activities of the department.    Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.   For more information on the Department of Psychology, UTM please visit us at  http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/psychology/welcome-psychology-utm       Application Information:  All qualified candidates are invited to apply online via: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1903324&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York   Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and copies of no more than 3 representative publications.    Equity and diversity are among UTM’s core values and are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1-2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.    All application materials must be submitted online. Please direct questions to:  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca .   The application deadline is October 15, 2019.    Submission guidelines can be found at:  http://uoft.me/how-to-apply .  We recommend combining attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.   Applicants must also ask at least three referees to send letters (dated, signed, and on letterhead), directly to the department via e-mail to  psychair.admin@utoronto.ca  by the closing date. We encourage applicants to use Interfolio  http://www.interfolio.com/services/dossier/  for their letters of reference only.   All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by  October 15, 2019.    The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.   As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey.  This survey is voluntary.  Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff.  Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.  For more information, please see  http://uoft.me/UP .   All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  

Position Description The Department of Population Health at NYU Langone Health is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow with expertise in developmental science to work with Dr. Clancy Blair, Bezos Family Foundation Professor of Population Health, on a research project examining the development of self-regulation in children in predominantly low-income, non-urban communities in the US. The position entails working with a research team and assisting with the management, analysis, and preparation for publication of data collected in a large, federally-funded longitudinal study. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong skills in generating and testing hypotheses regarding biological and social influences on development from birth through early adolescence. The position entails a leadership role in authorship of research manuscripts, posing and testing key questions and conducting quantitative analyses using a range of analytic approaches, such as mixed linear modeling, latent growth modeling, and econometric approaches. The position may also involve opportunities for the design and implementation of research protocols for planned new data collection. Qualifications Candidates are expected to have completed a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology or related discipline by the time of their appointment, to have strong analytical skills for quantitative data, excellent writing and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a research environment. Application Instructions Please email alexandra.bennett2@nyulangone.org with a letter of interest including a statement of research, a curriculum vita, three representative publications, and names and contact information for three individuals who can be contacted for a reference.  Salary is commensurate with experience. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement N YU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital or parental status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

The Department of Psychology at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a limited-term (up to 5 years) visiting position at the Assistant Professor Level in Developmental Psychology beginning on   September 1, 2020 . Teaching responsibilities would include developmental psychology courses (e.g., Infancy and Childhood, Lifespan Development, Adolescence, and Adulthood and Aging) and may also include General Psychology.  Candidates will also be expected to engage in scholarship that includes undergraduate students. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.  We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This commitment is consistent with our university mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely and work skillfully to advance the common good.  While it is not a requirement for the position, the department is particularly interested in candidates with teaching and/or research experience on race and development (e.g., socialization of race, children’s experiences of ethnic identity, achievement gap). For more information on the department, see  Department of Psychology  website. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must hold at least a PhD or ABD status nearing completion (with appointment at the rank of Instructor) in Psychology.  The department especially seeks individuals able to work with diverse students and colleagues, who have experience with a variety of teaching methods and perspectives to create inclusive classrooms, and who are committed to working in a liberal arts setting. In addition to teaching, the successful applicant will be expected to become involved in departmental, university, and community activities. For full consideration, materials should be submitted by   October 18, 2019 , however the position will remain open until filled. Screening interviews will be conducted and will be followed by a campus visit.  Applicants should submit an application online at   www.stthomas.edu/jobs   which should include a cover letter indicating areas of teaching, one-page teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae or resume, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. The applicant’s teaching philosophy statement should include information on the applicant’s commitment to diversity including information on experience with and/or ideas for creating an inclusive classroom.   Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be forwarded via e-mail to Dr. Greg Robinson-Riegler, Chair, ( glriegler@stthomas.edu ).  If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Robinson-Riegler at 651-962-5034 or glriegler@stthomas.edu  AA/EOE Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 10,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.     The University of St. Thomas, Minnesota Human Resources Department advertises the official job listing on its website at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.   The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Assistant or Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology The Department of Psychology in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles is seeking applications for a tenure track position with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology. We are seeking a strong scholar who has  established a track record of research publications and grant support, or who has demonstrated potential for programmatic research and receipt of external research funding. Successful candidates should be willing to work collaboratively both within the department and across disciplines. We are seeking candidates in any area of developmental inquiry, from cognitive and socio-emotional development to developmental psychopathology. The department is building a culturally diverse intellectual community; we strongly encourage applications from all underrepresented groups. Applicant must have a PhD degree in field. Applicants should submit a cover letter, current c.v., representative publications, statements of research, teaching, and service accomplishments, and a list of three references through the USC online portal: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/assistant-or-associate-professor-in-developmental-psychology/1209/13013167 . For questions related to the search, please contact Frank Manis, manis@usc.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1. More information about the program at USC can be found at the following website:   https://dornsife.usc.edu/psyc/ . USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Assistant or Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology The Department of Psychology in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles is seeking applications for a tenure track position with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Developmental Psychology. We are seeking a strong scholar who has  established a track record of research publications and grant support, or who has demonstrated potential for programmatic research and receipt of external research funding. Successful candidates should be willing to work collaboratively both within the department and across disciplines. We are seeking candidates in any area of developmental inquiry, from cognitive and socio-emotional development to developmental psychopathology. The department is building a culturally diverse intellectual community; we strongly encourage applications from all underrepresented groups. Applicant must have a PhD degree in field. Applicants should submit a cover letter, current c.v., representative publications, statements of research, teaching, and service accomplishments, and a list of three references through the USC online portal: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/assistant-or-associate-professor-in-developmental-psychology/1209/13013167  . For questions related to the search, please contact Frank Manis, manis@usc.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1. More information about the program at USC can be found at the following website:   https://dornsife.usc.edu/psyc/ . USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

The Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri, Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the area of Social/Personality Psychology.  A PhD in Psychology is required by the time of appointment, September 1, 2020. Scholars with any substantive focus within the broad fields of social and personality are encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in recruiting a faculty member with potential for scholarly excellence in diversity science, health and/or health disparities, identity and motivation, resilience and well-being, leadership, or social/personality neuroscience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to increasing diversity and multiculturalism in education and be able to contribute to the department’s missions to train a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body, promote an inclusive department environment, and engage with an increasingly diverse community through high-quality research, teaching, and mentorship. The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students.  We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.  The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. We offer a competitive salary and start-up package, an active doctoral program with institutional support for students, a highly interactive faculty and outstanding core facilities. Columbia, Missouri, is ranked among the top-ten college towns in the U.S.  Screening of applicants will begin October 1, 2019. Please apply on line at:  http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic .  Click on “job opportunities for prospective employees” and search for 31262. Use the online application and be prepared to upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a research and teaching statement, and 3-5 representative publications. A diversity statement that describes the candidate’s experiences, commitment, and goals in regards to incorporating an understanding of diversity/multiculturalism in research, teaching, and mentoring is also required.  Three reference letters are required and should be sent (electronically or hard copy) to the Chair of the Social/Personality search committee, Laura King ( KingLA@missouri.edu ; McAlester Hall, Department of Psychological Sciences, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO. 65201). Applicants may contact Dr. King with any questions about the position.  Contact Human Resource Services ( muhrs@missouri.edu ) for any questions about the application process. An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer

The Yale Psychology Department is pleased to announce two postdoctoral scholar positions in honor of Professor Susan Nolen-Hoeksema that have been endowed by her husband, Richard Nolen-Hoeksema. Each Susan Nolen-Hoeksema Postdoctoral Associate in Integrative Psychology is for a two-year period.  Eligible applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in Psychology or a related field at the time of hire.  Applications in any area of psychology are encouraged, especially from candidates with research interests that are integrative across areas and levels of analysis and applicable to one or more domains of psychopathology or its treatment (i.e., areas in which Professor Nolen-Hoeksema took special interest).  Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities. Applicants should identify one or more Yale faculty members with whom they desire to work during the term of the appointment, and include a personal statement, curriculum vitae, reprints of selected papers, and letters of recommendation from two to three individuals familiar with the applicant’s research background and promise.   Materials should be submitted via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/65088 . The search committee will begin review of applications on October 1, 2019. For questions, contact Ms. Jessica Hermann, Senior Administrative Assistant, jessica.hermann@yale.edu.

Seeking applicants with a commitment to undergraduate education, strong communication skills, and appreciation of diversity. A variety of specializations will be considered. Teach 4 courses per semester, advise students, pursue faculty development, and participate in the life of the university. Teaching responsibilities include core courses (Methods, General Psychology), as well as advanced courses in the major. Ph.D. in Psychology required. Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and collaborative research with students required. Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until November 1, 2019. Send cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement (1 page), unofficial transcripts, and list of three references to https://stedwards.applicantpro.com/jobs/1150306.html    St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only US citizens and documented workers.

Postdoctoral Fellowship The Richard and Edith Strauss Clinical Fellowship in Communication Sciences & Disorders We are seeking clinician-scientists for this prestigious fellowship to investigate human communication sciences and disorders. Eligibility includes:    > clinical credentials in speech-language Pathology or Audiology or a related field.    > any citizenship    > PhD in communication Sciences & Disorders or related fields is preferred but we will        consider applicants without a doctoral degree who propose a project that is well aligned with the program objectives. Start date: January 2020             The award value is $35K and may be renewed for a second year. A $2500 allowance for research-related expenses (e.g. conference travel) is also included.            The clinical professional will develop and implement a research project in collaboration with one or more faculty within the school. Our objective is support research activities that lead to advances in clinical practice or training or provide new findings that may launch an ongoing clinical research project. Applicants are encouraged to work with SCSD faculty in developing a brief (2-page) proposal that includes the following: Relevant background Specific aims, i.e. research question or hypothesis Brief description of methodology Comment on feasibility of the project – including possible difficulties Expected outcomes (wrt knowledge gained and/or training involved) SCSD faculty who will be involved Comments on the specific roles of the applicant and SCSD faculty who will be involved To apply, please submit a CV and along with your project proposal, and the names and contact information for two referees, by Oct 31 2019 to the Graduate Program Director .