Sessional Instructors, Department of Psychology

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 6,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary invites applications for sessional instructors to teach Winter 2027 courses in person in Calgary.

Qualifications include a PhD in Psychology and university-level teaching experience; evidence of teaching effectiveness is preferred. Applications require a letter indicating preferred course(s) and session(s), along with CV and references.

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology required.
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses at a university level.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Education

PhD in Psychology

Job description

Description

The Department of Psychology invites applications for sessional instructors to teach the following courses:

Winter 2027 (Monday, January 4, 2027 - Friday, April 30, 2027)

Courses of Instruction:

PSYC 203 - LEC 02 - Psychology for Everyday Life:
TR 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (In Person)

PSYC 400.05 - LAB 01 - Applied Methods in Developmental Psychology:
MWF 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM (In Person)

PSYC 412 - LEC 01 - Multiple Regression in Psychological Research:
TR 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM (In Person)

PSYC 439 - LEC 01 - Psychology of Gender:
R 5:00 PM - 7:45 PM (In Person)

PSYC 493 - LEC 01 - Psychology and Law:
TR 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (In Person)

PSYC 630 - LEC 01 - Advanced Topics in Social and Theoretical Psychology:
M 1:00 PM - 3:45 PM (In Person)

Position Requirements:

• PhD in Psychology
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses at a university level

For course descriptions, please refer to https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/courses. Please note that the courses are tentative, pending sufficient enrollments.

For salary information, please refer to TUCFA's Collective Agreement, Schedule B. As per the Collective Agreement, the Faculty of Arts adheres to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.

Application Process:
All Applicants must provide a letter specifying the course(s) and session(s) of interest (in order of preference), outlining your qualifications to teach each course. Applicants who have taught in the Department within the past two years need not provide anything further.

More information may be requested later in the selection process.

New Applicants Must Submit:

• A current CV containing relevant teaching experience. (e.g., courses taught, textbooks used, where and when taught)
• Names and contact information for 3 potential referees; and
• Teaching evaluations (if available)

The application deadline is October 20, 2026.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([e-mail]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([e-mail]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Facultyof Arts, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world'scleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - inbusiness, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit froma growing number of world-class dining and cultural eventsand enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.