Lecturer in Psychology

Cornell University

Location: Ithaca, New York
Start Date: Fall 2026
Position Type: Open Rank, Tenure-Track

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Position Description

The Department of Psychology at Cornell University’s College of Human Ecology invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position in relationship science, broadly defined. The appointment will begin in Fall 2026.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and demonstrate a strong record or clear promise of excellence in research, teaching, and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The successful candidate will teach Cornell’s highly regarded Human Bonding course, which enrolls over 1,000 undergraduate students annually. The position offers an opportunity to build on the foundation established by a retiring faculty member who developed this signature course.

Faculty are expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded, and internationally recognized research program commensurate with their academic rank.

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Department Overview

The Department of Psychology at Cornell is home to 53 full-time faculty whose work spans behavioral, cognitive, hormonal, neural, and social processes in diverse environmental contexts. The department is internationally recognized for its ecological perspective and interdisciplinary approach, with strengths in developmental, cognitive, neuroscience, and social/personality psychology.

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Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Applications should be submitted online via Academic Jobs Online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30665

Inquiries may be directed to:
Vivian Zayas, Ph.D.
Search Committee Chair
vivianzayas@cornell.edu

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Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Psychology or a related field.
• Evidence of excellence in research, teaching, and mentorship.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and diversity in scholarship.

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Compensation

The salary and rank for this position will be commensurate with experience, academic discipline, and qualifications, in accordance with Cornell University’s pay determination policies.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive academic community. The University prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, color, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Consistent with its founding principle of “... any person ... any study,” Cornell welcomes candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and identities.