Psychology - Assistant Professor, 9-month Term

Date Posted: January 21, 2025
Posting Deadline: Until position is filled
Department: Psychology
Type of Employment: 9-month Limited Term Appointment, Full-Time
Group Affiliation: SMUFU, Rank of Assistant Professor
Preferred Start Date:  August 1, 2025

We invite applications for a 9-month Limited Term Appointment position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Cognitive Psychology/Research Methods. At Saint Mary’s University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of everyone’s contribution and growth in the University’s success.

The successful applicant will join the 24-member Department of Psychology, which offers major and honours degrees (B.Sc. and B.A.), MSc. programs in Applied Psychology (Industrial/Organizational Psychology stream; Forensic Psychology stream), a Ph.D. program in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, a certificate program in Human Resource Management, and a certificate program in Forensic Psychology; the department also participates in the interdisciplinary MSc Applied Science and Master of Applied Health Services Research programs. The applicant will be expected to teach five one-semester courses or equivalent. Additional contracted teaching assignments (overload teaching) may be possible. Faculty members in the Department have access to supportive department assistants, graduate teaching assistants, IT support, the Patrick Power Library (including a large array of in-print and electronic holdings), up-to-date statistical and survey applications (e.g., SPSS, Mplus, Qualtrics, Gorilla Experiment Builder) and office space.

For additional information about the University and the Department, please see our website at: https://www.smu.ca/psychology/index.html.

Job Information and Responsibilities
As Assistant Professor, the successful applicant will:

• Have a strong desire to help create excellent student learning experiences through curriculum development and delivery of undergraduate teaching, primarily in the areas of cognitive psychology and research methods (e.g., Cognitive Psychology, Thinking & Reasoning, Sensation & Perception, Research Methods).
• Opportunities to contribute to administrative service activities within the Department, the Faculty of Science, and the University exist (e.g., supervision of honours students research, student conference participation, teaching and learning development activities).

Experience and Education Requirements
To be the successful applicant you will have:

• PhD (or close to completion) in Cognitive Psychology (or a closely related field).
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in university teaching.

Application Details
Send complete applications by email to: Cognitive Psychology LTA Hiring Committee, Email: [email protected]

Applicants should provide a single pdf file containing:

• Cover letter (including a clear statement of status as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident)
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching dossier including a statement on teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, EDIA considerations, statement on courses in Cognitive Science & Research Methods qualified to teach, and details on experiences in training students/HQP (Highly Qualified Personnel).
• Names and contact information for three academic referees.

The Selection Committee will begin considering applications as they arrive. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest. Because of the volume of applications, we will confirm receipt of your application, but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by the selection committee. Thanks for your understanding.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

About Saint Mary’s University
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