Assistant or Associate Professor in Development Psychology

THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY has an opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured or non-tenured Associate Professor position in Developmental Psychology. Given our department’s multi-disciplinary and transdisciplinary research focus, candidates with expertise in developmental areas that interface with other fields of psychology represented in our department (e.g., clinical, social-personality) and/or other University units (e.g., psychiatry, neuroscience, political science, education) are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates who can leverage expertise to advance university initiatives on topics of health/healthcare, “just and equitable societies,” or “the digital future,” broadly construed, are also encouraged to apply. 

The University of Rochester is a distinguished research university, and the Department of Psychology has a history of excellence in psychological science. Our department offers outstanding opportunities for developing a research program, highly ranked doctoral programs, a vibrant undergraduate major, and a collaborative environment. The department has Ph.D. programs in Clinical, Developmental and Social-Personality Psychology. There is excellent collaboration among faculty across areas, and close ties to other groups at the University, particularly in Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Education, Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Pediatrics. The city of Rochester, NY is a diverse, energetic, and family-friendly community located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the Finger Lakes region with a metropolitan population of 1+ million. Rochester also boasts a thriving arts and music culture, substantial employment opportunities in various sectors, affordable housing, a rich history of social justice, and easy access to urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods.

The Department of Psychology is building a diverse and inclusive research and learning environment, which we view as paramount for achieving scientific excellence. We are especially committed to increasing representation of those populations historically underrepresented in U.S. higher education. The University of Rochester is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not discriminate anyone because of their protected status.

Qualifications: The appointment will be made at the Assistant or Associate (non-tenured or tenured) Professor rank. A Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, Human Development, or related field is required at the time of appointment. Applicants should have a strong record of research productivity and demonstrate promise for future extramural funding, scientific growth, and leadership. Competitive salary and startup funds are available commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure: To apply, please visit http://apply.interfolio.com/152050

Materials are submitted electronically and include a curriculum vitae, research statement (4 page maximum), teaching statement (2 page maximum), up to three representative publications/preprints, and contact information for three letter of recommendation writers. Please also include a statement describing how you will add to the University's core values of Meliora (ever better; rochester.edu/about/values.html), discussing how your experiences will shape your pursuits as a faculty member, and providing other information you feel is relevant to the evaluation of your application. Please do not send unsolicited letters of recommendation. Recommendation writers will be contacted without prior notice to the candidate. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2024, and will continue until a successful candidate has been hired. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Patrick Davies at patrick.davies@rochester.edu 

The University of Rochester, an Equal Opportunity Employer, has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.

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