"Postdoctoral Researcher - Psychology"

Job Details

• Posted: 21-Jan-26
• Location: Syracuse, New York
• Type: Full-time
• Categories: Academic/Faculty, Social/Behavioral Sciences
• Internal Number: 6861064
• Pay Range: $62,400
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Job Type: Full Time
• Rank: Post Doc

Job Description

Dr. Brett Jakubiak's Close Relationships and Healthy Living Lab in the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse University seeks an experienced researcher to join their team. The Postdoctoral Researcher will engage in data analysis, oversee observational coding by leading a team of video coders, disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations, and provide mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students.

Qualifications

• PhD in Social Psychology, or a related discipline, by the start date.
• Experience with dyadic data analysis using both multilevel modeling and structural equation modeling approaches and should be comfortable analyzing data in R and Mplus.
• Should have expertise related to close relationships and be prepared to apply relationship-focused theories (e.g., attachment theory, affection exchange theory) to interpret findings.
• Should have experience with observational video coding, including supervising coding teams and developing their own coding manuals.
• In addition, it would be desirable if the applicant had experience with implicit measures and/or longitudinal dyadic data analysis (ecological momentary assessments).

Responsibilities

• Data analysis
• Dissemination of research (scholarly publications, conference presentations)
• Observational coding (leading team of video coders)
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students

Application Instructions

Applicants must complete a brief online application at https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112159 and attach 3 documents as described below.

1. Cover letter (1 page), including the names and contact information for 3 references
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Research statement (2-3 pages)

Note: References will be contacted for top candidates only. Detailed instructions for uploading confidential recommendation letters into the system will be sent to references identified in the application.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for the position is June 1, 2026.