Postdoctoral Position in Psychology

Syracuse University

Posting Details

Job Number
078685

Job Title
Postdoctoral Researcher – Psychology

Location
Syracuse, NY

Campus
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus Experience

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a thriving academic environment.
Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Employment Details

Pay Range
$62,400

Pay Determination
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status
Exempt

Hours
Determined by Supervisor

Job Type
Full-time

Rank
Post Doc

Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable

Job Description

The Close Relationships and Healthy Living Lab, under the direction of Dr. Brett Jakubiak, invites applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Research Fellow.

The recruited fellow will work on an NSF-funded project focused on identifying the unique consequences of physical affection in romantic relationships. The fellow will collaborate with Dr. Jakubiak on supervising a team of observational video coders, analyzing data, and disseminating findings by preparing manuscripts for publication and presenting at conferences.

The fellow will be part of the Syracuse University community, which is welcoming and supportive of all its members.

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
• Comfort analyzing data in R and Mplus
• Expertise related to close relationships and application of relationship-focused theories (e.g., attachment theory, affection exchange theory)
• Experience with observational video coding, including supervising coding teams and developing coding manuals

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with implicit measures and/or longitudinal dyadic data analysis (e.g., ecological momentary assessments)

Responsibilities

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

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools and Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

Applicants must complete a brief online application at: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112159

Applicants must attach the following documents:

1. Cover letter (1 page), including names and contact information for three 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 will be sent to references identified in the application.

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Anticipated start date: June 1, 2026.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diverse offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, Syracuse University has a global footprint and over 150 years of history.

The University offers more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs across 13 schools and colleges; enrolls over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; and has more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries.

For more information, visit: http://www.syracuse.edu

About the Syracuse Area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city in central New York State, approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City, with a metro-area population of approximately 500,000.

The area offers a low cost of living and numerous cultural, social, and recreational opportunities, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, shopping venues, and seasonal recreation such as skiing, hiking, visiting Finger Lakes wineries, and biking along the Erie Canal.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity.