Assistant Professor of Psychology

The American University of Paris

📍 Paris, Île-de-France, France

Full-time Social Scientists and Related Workers Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Psychology

American University of Paris invites applications for a permanent full-time position in the Department of Psychology, Health and Gender at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning 1 August 2026. Applicants should begeneralists in psychology who have developmental psychology expertise as well as demonstrate familiarity with qualitative and quantitative methods. The exact research orientation is open given a developmental approach is taken. A critical, socially relevant and culturally engaged research and teaching perspective would be desirable. Candidates should be able to offer and develop courses in developmental psychology across the lifespan.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. or PsyD in Psychology or Human Development by the time of appointment (1 August 2026) is required. Proven capacity for engaged teaching is essential. Desirable is experience within a liberal arts context and familiarity with liberal arts education. An interdisciplinary ...