Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology

University of Regina; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Regina invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Developmental Psychology. The appointment begins July 1, 2025, contingent on candidate availability.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise honours and graduate theses, contribute to departmental activities, and develop an independent research program in developmental psychology with potential Tri‑Council and CF I funding.

Qualifications

• The PhD in psychology is required.
• Experience teaching undergrad and grad courses.
• Ability to develop an independent research program and obtain Tri‑Council funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology.
• Supervise honours and graduate theses.
• Participate in departmental activities and administrative service.
• Develop an independent research program eligible for Tri‑Council and CF I funding.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Developmental psychology

Quantitative psychology

Cognitive psychology

Education

PhD in psychology

Job description

Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20250495A/S. Position Title Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology. Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts; Unit Arts-Psychology. Employee Group URFA Collective Agreement Consideration. Open to the Public. CUPE 5791. Job Family N/A. Category Academic. Number of Vacancies 1.

Position Summary The Department of Psychology at the University of Regina is seeking applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with expertise in developmental psychology. The anticipated date of commencement is July 1, 2025, depending on the availability of the successful candidate.

• Duties: teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, honours and graduate thesis supervision, participation in departmental activities, and administrative service within the department.
• Develop an independent program of research in developmental psychology eligible for Tri‑Council and/or Canada Foundation for Innovation funding.

The University of Regina’s Strategic Plan 2020‑2025 (kahkiyaw kiwâhkômâkaninawak – All Our Relations) emphasizes Well‑being and Belonging as a strategic priority, which includes prioritizing and supporting research in mental health. The Department of Psychology has been recognized as #1 in Canada and #2 in the world in research quality, and is frequently ranked among the top psychology departments in Canada. The Department offers two graduate programs, including the Experimental and Applied Psychology Graduate Program and the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program. The latter is accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association and has an on‑site state‑of‑the‑art Psychology Training Clinic. The Department maintains good relations with a number of health care, policing, research, and other educational facilities both within Regina and throughout the province.

Position Requirements

Applicants must have a PhD in psychology. The successful candidate should also show clear promise of excellence in research and teaching and should be willing and able to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in developmental psychology and research methods. The ability to teach courses related to quantitative psychology and/or cognitive psychology at the undergraduate and graduate level is an asset.

Documents Required

• Cover letter describing how the applicant meets the criteria for the position.
• Up‑to‑date curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Statement of research interests, accomplishments, and future directions.
• Unofficial transcripts from all post‑secondary institutions attended (official transcripts will be required upon interview).

To apply, applicants must electronically submit the above documents via the online Human Resources portal https://urcareers.uregina.ca/. Those candidates contacted for an interview will be asked to have original transcripts and letters of reference sent directly to Dean, Faculty of Arts, University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina SK, S4S 0A2, or to [e-mail].

Contact Information

Please direct inquiries to Dr. Gordon Asmundson, Head of Psychology, [e-mail].

All candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants representing designated diversity groups are encouraged to self‑identify on their application. The University will work to achieve a reasonable accommodation for candidates under the University of Regina’s Workplace Accommodation Policy: https://www.uregina.ca/policy/browse-policy/policy-EMP-080-005.html. The University is committed to ensuring accommodation requests are considered on an individual basis, and reasonable accommodation plans are developed taking into account (i) the Bona Fide Occupational Requirements associated with the position, (ii) the restrictions and/or proposed accommodations based on current and relevant medical documentation, and (iii) undue hardship. Candidates may contact the Healthy Workplace Advisory at [e-mail] if they feel they may require accommodation.

Employment Details

Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Assistant Professor Salary Range As Per URFA Collective Agreement. Status Tenure‑Track. Work Hours Duration (if Term/Temporary). Full‑Time/Part‑Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference. Target Posting Not Targeted.

Job Open Date 02/27/2025. Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes. Special Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2025.

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.