"Postdoctoral Research Associate"

Job Details

The Department of Psychology at Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate or more senior research position. Applicants should have a PhD degree (or expect to receive a PhD degree by September 1, 2025) in Psychology or allied fields (e.g., Sociology) with an interest in conducting research on joint decision-making and collaboration in young children.

The researcher will work with Dr. Natalia Vélez on an on-going research project examining how children incorporate different preferences and perspectives to make collaborative decisions. Responsibilities will include designing online studies for peer interaction with children, writing manuscripts, presenting research, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers in the group.

The term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments.

In addition to the aforementioned project, the appointee will have opportunities to develop additional projects with members of Dr. Vélez’s lab and/or maintain their ongoing work. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. The position is subject to the University’s background check policy.

Applicants must apply online and submit a cover letter, CV, 1-2 research papers, a research statement, and names of two referees who can provide letters upon request.