Opportunities

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Developmental Psychology

Description
The Department of Psychology at Yale University invites applications for an open rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) faculty position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027, to be situated within the department’s Developmental Psychology area. We are particularly interested in scholars who add breadth to our existing developmental offerings while effectively integrating with our generally cognitive approach. In addition to more traditional developmental foci, we are excited to consider cross-cultural approaches as well as researchers who address fundamental questions about cognition in non-human animals. Priority will be given to outstanding scholars who contribute effectively to both undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring and who are ready to conduct a generative research program.

Qualifications
Eligible applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree at the time of hire.

Application Instructions
Application must be submitted through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/188997

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and up to three selected publications (published or unpublished). Candidates seeking an appointment with tenure do not need to furnish letters of recommendation. Candidates seeking an appointment without tenure should also arrange to have three (3) letters of recommendation submitted via Interfolio.

Cover letter: The one-page cover letter should include the applicant’s name, the title of the position the applicant is submitting materials for, a 3-5 sentence description of the applicant’s professional focus, and a brief comment on how the applicant views themselves as adding to the department.

Research statement: The research statement should consist of two parts. One part is the “past research statement” (1000 words max). This should summarize the applicant’s main research activities to date. The second part is the “future research statement” (500 words max). This should summarize the applicant’s plans for research activities over the next 5 years (i.e., if given a generous startup package what does the applicant envision for their work? What questions does the applicant want to tackle?).

Teaching statement: The teaching statement (1000 words max) should include a summary of the applicant’s teaching style inside (formal courses) and outside (mentoring, supervision) of the classroom. The applicant should also mention the types of courses they would be excited to teach. 

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Lindsey Fuller, Academic Appointment Specialist, lindsey.fuller@yale.edu.


Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Yale University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Applications can be from those whose research programs fit into any area of clinical psychology. The successful applicant will be expected to teach a mix of course types over their time at Yale, including service courses (broader psychology courses) and smaller seminars (often on a topic of their choosing). Priority will be given to outstanding scholars who will contribute effectively to research, as well as, the undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring programs of the University.

Qualifications
Eligible applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree at the time of hire.

Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/188806

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, research statement (2 parts, see below), teaching statement, and up to three selected publications (published or unpublished). Please also arrange for three letters of recommendation.

Research statements: The research statement should consist of two parts (uploaded as two separate documents). One part is the “past research statement” (1000 words max). This should summarize the applicant’s main research activities to date. The second part is the “future research statement” (500 words max). This should summarize the applicant’s plans for research activities over the next 5 years (i.e., if given sufficient funds to conduct research, what does the applicant envision for their work? What questions does the applicant want to tackle?).

Teaching statement: The teaching statement (1000 words max) should include a summary of the applicant’s teaching style in (formal courses) and out (mentoring, supervision) of the classroom. The applicant should mention the types of courses they would be excited to teach. 

Review of applications will begin on September 2, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Lindsey Fuller, Academic Appointment Specialist, lindsey.fuller@yale.edu.