Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology (12-month limited term)

Trent University (Peterborough campus) invites applications for a 12-month limited term position in Cognitive Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting August 1st, 2026. This position is subject to budgetary approval. The applicable salary scale can be found in the Trent University Faculty Association Collective Agreement and will be determined closer to the start date, in accordance with the Agreement.

Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in Psychology (or a related discipline). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Department of Psychology, such as Learning, Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Memory, and Motivation and Emotion. The successful candidate will be expected to teach classes in person, take part in campus life, and serve on department committees.

Candidates should have completed their Ph.D. by the start of the appointment. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae (with confirmation of legal eligibility to work in Canada), examples of published work, a teaching dossier with (a) a statement of teaching philosophy, (b) a sample of instructional materials, and (c) copies of teaching evaluations, the names of three referees, and any other supporting materials to Dr. Geoff Navara, Chair, Department of Psychology, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 7B8; psychologyjobs@trentu.ca.

The review of applications will begin May 26, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.

Applicants may also submit a self-identification form as part of their application package.

Information about the Department may be found at our website: https://www.trentu.ca/psychology

Trent University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Preference will be given to candidates from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous People (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities or racialized groups and LGBTQ2+ people.

Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact psychologyjobs@trentu.ca.