"Faculty Position in Psychoeducation"

Vibrant, multidisciplinary and innovative, the Faculty of Arts and Science is one of Université de Montréal’s largest faculties. Through its 28 departments, schools, centres and one institute, it offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, some of which are unique in Quebec. It is also home to some 30 interdisciplinary research centres and groups. Every day, its 650 faculty members are helping shape a better tomorrow by advancing knowledge and encouraging the convergence of perspectives.

Established in 1972, the School of Psychoeducation was the first to offer university training in psychoeducation in Quebec. With its 22 career professors, it plays a leading role in research and in the training of undergraduate and graduate students.

Day-to-day responsibilities

Through your undergraduate and graduate-level teaching, and your research activities, you will contribute to the faculty’s pursuit of excellence. Furthermore, you will promote your discipline and actively participate in the daily activities of a renowned institution. As such, you will:

• Teach at all levels;
• Develop an innovative, independent research program in the assessment and/or intervention with individuals at risk or facing adjustment difficulties, as well as with families, groups, communities, and/or organizations;
• Supervise graduate students;
• Participate in the discipline's outreach activities (publications, conferences, scientific, and other activities);
• Contribute to the institution's operations through participation in committees and working groups.

Qualifications

• Hold a Ph.D. in Psychoeducation or in a relevant discipline;
• Demonstrate skills in providing high quality university teaching;
• Have research expertise in a field relevant to the position;
• Have an excellent publication record demonstrating scientific and academic excellence;
• Have adequate proficiency of the French language or be committed to learning it once hired, through the Université de Montréal’s French language support program, in accordance with the Université de Montréal language policy.

Potential assets for this position

• Have postdoctoral training
• Have relevant clinical experience;
• Possess or be eligible for a right to practice from the Ordre des psychoéducateurs et psychoéducatrices du Québec (OPPQ);

Additional information about the position

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits
• Expected start date: June 1 2026
• Located at the Montreal campus

How to submit your application

Submit your application through our online recruitment system before January 15, 2026. Your application must include the following documents:

• A cover letter;
• A curriculum vitae;
• Copies of, or links to, three recent publications or research papers;
• A statement outlining your teaching and mentoring experience and approach;
• A research program proposal;
• Three letters of recommendation submitted directly by the referees to the department.

Contact information

François Cooren, Chair

School of Psychoeducation

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

psyced.direction@umontreal.ca