Professor in Social 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: 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 [email protected].

The College

With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provide extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

Department Information

The Department of Psychology is a central department on campus, with the third largest undergraduate major at OSU, almost 140 graduate students, and approximately 50 tenure-stream faculty. Our department aims to produce exceptional, innovative research to advance knowledge about mind, brain, and behavior, with the goal of understanding and improving the human condition. We seek colleagues who will help us advance research topics that build on existing strengths and develop and teach courses that will be attractive to graduate and undergraduate students, both within and beyond our department.

The University

The Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

The Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.