The Leibniz Institute for Psychology (ZPID) in Trier (Germany) is an internationally renowned research support organization in psychology and a member of the prestigious Leibniz Association. As part of an effort to strengthen its research capacity, ZPID will newly establish the following position in close cooperation with the Trier University:

Junior professorship (W1-equivalent) Psychological Metascience (with tenure-track to W2 LBesG-equivalent) (f/m/d)

The professorship will be filled in a joint appointment procedure between ZPID and the Trier University, based on § 50 Abs. 11 HochSchG. The successful candidate will be employed by ZPID and can receive membership rights as a junior professor at Trier University (§ 37 Abs. 2 Nr. 1 HochSchG). No civil service or employment relationship will be established with Trier University.

Preferred start date is July 1, 2026

Duties and functions:

Conducting quantitative empirical research advancing “Psychological Metascience” including but not limited to topics such as, scientific practices, their impact on research quality, replicability, or productivity.
Willingness to contribute to the development of research infrastructure for psychology and related areas in cooperation with ZPID‘s infrastructure departments.
In presence teaching in the psychology B.Sc. or M.Sc. program with a reduced teaching load compared to regular junior professorships.
Interdisciplinary focus (by means of cooperation and abilities to explore methodological approaches in other fields).
Submitting applications for funding.

Your profile:

According to § 54 of the Rhineland-Palatinate Higher Education Act (HochSchG), successful candidates need to hold a B.Sc. or M.Sc. and a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field and be qualified for teaching in psychology (e.g., proven by positive teaching evaluations or didactical training). In addition, your profile comprises:

Research experience in quantitative empirical metascience.
Interest in using the databases available at ZPID for your research.
International publications.
Adherence to the principles of open science.
Distinct communication, presentation, and team leadership skills.
Proactive, results-oriented, and independent working style.
Willingness to move to the region of Trier (Germany).
Restrictions apply for graduates of the Trier University (please consult § 50 para. 5 sentences 5 and 6 HochSchG for details).

What we offer:

In line with §§ 54, 55 HochSchG this position will be filled for six years.
Contingent to successful evaluations (usually after 3 and 5 years) a tenured professorship (W2 equivalent) will be offered.
An interesting, modern, and professionally equipped workplace at a renowned institute of the Leibniz Association.
A versatile position in a dynamic and challenging work environment.
Flexible work schedules and family-friendly working conditions as certified by the German audit berufundfamilie (audit workandfamily).
Support of professional and personal development with a wide range of continuing professional education and training opportunities.
Workplace health and safety management services.

In order to apply, please register with our online portal here and upload the following documents (until January 6, 2026):

Motivation letter
CV (including publication list)
List of courses, course evaluations (if available)
Copies of certificates
Brief description of previous research projects
Three key publications.

We support your career development.

At ZPID, we strive to increase the opportunities for women in research and to also increase the percentage of women in positions where they are currently underrepresented. Therefore, in the event of equal qualifications, women are given priority.

ZPID is highly committed to the employment of people with disabilities. Severely disabled applicants are given preferential consideration provided they are qualified for the position. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, age, or sexual orientation and identity.

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When applying for a position at ZPID, you will submit personal data. Please refer to our data protection statement in accordance with Art. 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regarding the collection and processing of personal data as part of your online application at our website. With the submission of your application, you are acknowledging that you have reviewed ZPID's data protection statement. For more information on the processing of your personal data at Trier University, please refer to the data protection policy for application procedures in accordance with Article 13 GDPR on our homepage.

For further information, please contact career@leibniz-psychology.org

Please note that online applications will only be accepted until 01/06/2026 via the following URL:

https://leibniz-psychology.onlyfy.jobs/application/en/apply/l0x76iqukobpjym024dwanb16ml8hij