Cornell University, Psychology
Position Description
Postdoctoral
Associate, Psychology
Cornell
University
College of
Human Ecology & College of Arts & Sciences
The Department of Psychology at
Cornell University, a cross-college department in the College of Human Ecology
and College of Arts and Science, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate
to begin July 1, 2026. The one-year term position is renewable for an
additional year based on performance and is part of Cornell’s Active
Learning Initiative. This initiative supports departments in
integrating active learning approaches into their undergraduate curriculum.
The successful candidate will work
closely with faculty to develop and implement active learning strategies into
diverse undergraduate Psychology courses (approximately two courses per year).
Additionally, they will assess the effectiveness of these strategies on student
engagement, learning outcomes and sense of belonging. The Postdoctoral Associate
also will participate in weekly seminars with other Active Learning Initiative
postdocs, receiving training and support in designing and implementing
research-based teaching strategies.
The Postdoctoral Associate will be a member of the
Department of Psychology, will receive professional mentorship from Department
faculty, and will be invited to participate in all Department activities and
events. The Postdoctoral Associate is required to be in residence in person at
Cornell during the semesters of their tenure.
Applicants must have a PhD in
Psychology, Human Development, or in a closely related field, awarded after
September 1, 2023. A passion for teaching and teaching innovation is essential.
While prior experience with active learning is preferred, it is not required. Additional beneficial but optional skills include
programming, computation, and data analysis.
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Applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter that includes a brief statement of teaching and research interests and contact information for three references.
Review of applicants will begin March
31, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this
position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in US without
sponsorship. Employment will end upon the expiration of work authorization in
the US. Continued employment in this position is subject to eligibility to work
in accordance with US immigration laws.
For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu.
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Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter that includes a brief statement of teaching and research interests
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
)
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