Fall 2025 Term, Course-Based Contract Opportunity, Department of Psychology – Faculty of Science

The Department of Psychology is seeking Contract Academic Staff to teach the following course at Brandon University for the 2025 – 2026 academic year. This course may be delivered in an online synchronous format, but preference will be given to qualified candidates who will teach in-person.

Qualifications:

A PhD in Psychology is preferred; Masters’ Degree in Psychology is required. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Master’s degree and are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee at the address below on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.
Applicants must have successful teaching experience and relevant expertise in the specified area.
Knowledge and experience with Instructional Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, D2L) would be an asset.

Salary: $7857.00 per 3 credit hour course

Application deadline: A review of applications will begin June 1st, 2025, and the posting will remain open until positions are filled.

82:160 Introduction to Psychology, Section A04, 3 credit hours
Students will be given an insight into the foundations of psychology through an examination of the following topics: history and research in psychology, biological and genetic foundations of behaviour, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, and memory. This course is a prerequisite for all students taking further courses in psychology. 3 lecture hours per week, Fall term (September – December)
Currently scheduled in Slot 12: Tuesdays from 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM AND Thursdays from 11:40 AM – 1:30 PM

Applications should be submitted via e-mail as a single, reasonably sized PDF file. The application should include the following: a letter of application, citizenship or Canadian immigration status, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, the names and contact information of three references, and a clear indication of which of the above-listed courses the applicant is applying to teach. Please send the application to:

Dr. Christophe LeMoine
Dean of Science
Brandon University
Brandon, MB R7A 6A+
science@brandonu.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Issued April 16, 2025

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all ****** orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.