Professor in Social Psychology

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Job Title:

Professor in Social Psychology

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Psychology

Professor in Social Psychology

Department of Psychology

College of Arts and Sciences

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology at The Ohio State University invites applications for the Eminent Scholar Endowed Chair in Social Psychology. We welcome candidates from all areas of social psychology, especially in attitudes, social cognition, stereotyping and prejudice, intergroup relations, health, relationships, emotion, or social and affective neuroscience. We seek an individual with international distinction and a demonstrated commitment to advancing and leading the field of social psychology.

The successful candidate will contribute to foundational theory-building and basic research in social psychology. They will have rich opportunities to collaborate with a vibrant and interdisciplinary academic community. This includes faculty across research areas in the Department of Psychology (social psychology, behavioral neuroscience, cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology, decision science, developmental psychology, and research focused on intellectual and developmental disabilities; IDD) and across the university. Faculty in the Department of Psychology collaborate extensively with colleagues across campus and are actively engaged with research centers and institutes including the Collaborative on the Science of Polarization and Misinformation (CSPAM), the Decision Sciences Collaborative (DSC), the Center for Cognitive and Brain Sciences (CCBS), the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Brain Imaging (CCBBI) and the Translational Data Analytics Institute (TDAI).

Performance Objectives

• Maintain a distinguished research agenda evidenced by publications in leading journals and scholarly outlets, alongside sustained efforts to secure external funding.

• Design, teach, and continually enhance undergraduate and graduate-level courses that advance the department’s academic mission.

• Provide mentorship and academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students, fostering their professional and scholarly development

• Engage actively in departmental governance and service, contributing to collaborative decision-making and administrative responsibilities

Education and Experience Requirements

Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in psychology or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished record of scholarly achievement, including a robust research portfolio. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials submitted to workday must include:

• Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.

• Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.

• Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.

• Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.

Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be asked to provide three letters of reference.

Review of applications will begin on February 19, 2026. For inquiries about the position, please contact Kristen Lindquist at .

Explore our extensive benefits

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Work-life: Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events. Retirement: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans. Health: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming. Time off: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available. Financial: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners. Wellness: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.