Teaching Associate in Social Psychology

1000scholars; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Strathclyde invites applications for a full-time Teaching Associate in Psychology within the Department of Psychological Sciences and Health. The post is open-ended and contributes to teaching, scholarship, and citizenship.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Psychology or a related field and have experience teaching in a Higher Education context. Informal enquiries can be directed to Mario Parra Rodriguez. Closing date: 25 October 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology or a relevant area is essential.
• Experience of teaching within a Higher Education context is required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching, scholarship and citizenship.
• Join an internationally recognised academic group with research strengths in social psychology, cognition, health psychology, mental health and behaviour change.

Education

PhD in Psychology or relevant area

Job description

FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Teaching Associate in Psychology to join the Department of Psychological Sciences and Health at the University of Strathclyde. The post is open-ended. You will make a significant contribution to the Department through teaching, scholarship, and citizenship.

You will be joining an internationally recognised academic group with research expertise in social psychology, cognition, health psychology, mental health, and behaviour change. We also have a taught portfolio of popular UG and PGT courses (BA Psychology, BSc Psychology & Counselling, MSc Clinical Health Psychology, MSc Psychology Research Methods, MSc Psychology Conversion with specialisms in Business and Health).

A PhD in Psychology or a relevant area is essential. Applications are sought from Social Psychology, Undergraduate teaching enhancement, and Applied social psychology. Experience of teaching within a Higher Education context is required.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Mario Parra Rodriguez, Head of Department ([e-mail]).

Closing Date: 25 October 2026 at 23:59 (GMT)