Jens B. Asendorpf

Prof. Dr. Jens B. Asendorpf is a retired Professor of Psychology at Humboldt University Berlin, where he served as Head of the Department of Psychology (2008-2010). He holds a habilitation and doctoral degree in psychology, with prior roles including Senior Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Psychological Research (1982-1994). His academic career spans over three decades, focusing on personality psychology, developmental psychology, and cultural influences on behavior. Asendorpf has held editorial positions for journals such as European Journal of Personality and Journal of Individual Differences, and is a member of prominent associations like the European Association of Personality Psychology (EAPP) and International Association of Relationship Research (IARR). His research explores topics like acculturation processes, peer relationships, personality stability, and longitudinal development. He has served as a reviewer for multiple international funding bodies, including the German Research Foundation (DFG) and National Science Foundation (NSF).

• Education:
  • Ph.D. and habilitation in Psychology, Humboldt University Berlin
  • Graduate studies at Yale University and University of Giessen
  • Undergraduate studies in Mathematics/Computer Science (University of Kiel) and Psychology (Universities of Marburg & Giessen)
• Research Interests:
  • Personality dynamics and measurement
  • Developmental trajectories of immigrant youth
  • Social and cultural influences on behavior
  • Peer relationships and adaptation
• Editorial Roles:
  • Editor, European Journal of Personality (2005-2008)
  • Associate Editor, Diagnostica (1996-2002)
  • Editorial Board member for multiple journals including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology

His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understanding personality-environment transactions, particularly in diverse cultural and social contexts. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive editorial and advisory roles highlight his scholarly impact. Asendorpf's research continues to influence theoretical and methodological advancements in personality and developmental psychology.