"Assistant Professor of Psychology"

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: Applications are invited for a tenure track (research or teaching stream) position in psychology. The successful candidate will have a background in cognitive psychology and/or neuropsychology and must be able to teach courses in introductory psychology and supervise honours students. Along with courses in the candidate’s area of expertise they should be able to teach amongst the following: Cognitive Psychology (Psyc 365), Brain & Behaviour (Psyc 375), Sensation & Perception (Psyc 369), Language Development (Psyc 465), and Human Neuropsychology (Psyc 475). Course descriptions may be found online at https://stmu.ca/academics/academic-calendar/.

Main responsibilities for this position include:

• Instruction and assessment of students in the relevant course content, adhering to learning outcomes
• Maintain excellent communication with students, staff, faculty, and Area Chair
• Supervise Honours students
• Meeting the requirements for teaching, research, and service

APPOINTMENT START DATE: July 1, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD in psychology (must have by date of appointment)
• Previous teaching experience
• Record of research and publication or strong potential (if applying for research-stream)
• Police information check may be required

VALUES & ATTRIBUTES:

• Alignment with institution values and strategic plan pillars
• Upholding core competencies associated with the institution’s four pillars
• Ability to promote, or at least respect, the institution’s Catholic mission and identity
• Ability to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as Truth and Reconciliation

WHAT WE OFFER: As a part of the St. Mary’s University community, eligible employees received a comprehensive compensation and total rewards package that includes, but is not limited to, a group benefits package, health spending account, RRSP matching, and generous paid time off. For more information on our offerings visit https://stmu.ca/careers/.

APPLICATIONS: Please email application packages to Human Resources at careers@stmu.ca in one .pdf formatted document with the Subject Line of: “Assistant Professor of Psychology”. All applicants must submit a cover letter (stating their preferred stream), CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research (if applicable), and the contact information of three references. Applications will begin to be considered after November 15, 2025.