Assistant Professor (Limited Term) - Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Trent University Durham GTA invites applications for a one-year (12-month) full-time limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment commences August 15th, 2026 and will end August 14th, 2027. There will be an expectation to teach during the summer term in addition to teaching in the regular academic sessions. Please note that 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.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses in Psychology in the following content areas: research methods, social and personality, health, and learning and behaviour. The successful candidate should expect to teach classes in person, take part in campus life, and serve on department committees.

Trent University is one of the top-ranked primarily undergraduate university in Ontario, Canada with a record of excellence in both teaching and research. Located in the Greater Toronto Area, in the city of Oshawa, Trent University Durham GTA offers a learning experience that is the perfect blend of urban life and a closely knit-campus community.

Information about Trent and the Psychology department can be found on our website at: www.trentu.ca/durham.

Candidates must demonstrate a record of teaching and research excellence, and should have completed their Ph.D. by the start of the appointment. Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications in a single PDF document to Dr. Nancie Im-Bolter, Chair, Department of Psychology-Durham GTA at psychologyjobsdurham@trentu.ca. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including confirmation to legally work in Canada), examples of published work, a teaching dossier with: (i) a statement of teaching philosophy (1 – 2 paragraphs), (ii) a sample of instructional materials, (iii) a summary of teaching evaluations (1-2 pages) and, if possible, (iv) peer-review teaching evaluations, and the names and contact info of three referees who may be contacted to support the application, and any other supporting materials. Applicants may also submit a self-identification form as part of their application package. Applications will be accepted in electronic form only, until the position is filled.

The review of applications will begin May 21, 2026.

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 top 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 Dr. Nancie Im-Bolter, nimbolter@trentu.ca.