Assistant Professor - Psychology

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose.

The Department of Social Sciences at the Augustana Faculty of the University of Alberta invites applications for a tenure-track position in Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in Psychology or be near completion by the start date of the appointment. They will also be expected to show a strong commitment to supporting the Augustana tradition of high-quality undergraduate teaching, research and service.

• The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong and sustainable research program and to provide meaningful opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in research. We welcome a range of experimental and quantitative approaches and particularly value research programs well suited to an undergraduate-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to Augustana’s culture of undergraduate research and mentorship and will have opportunities to develop interdisciplinary collaborations within Augustana Faculty and across the University of Alberta.
• The successful candidate will also contribute to the ongoing development of the Psychology curriculum, particularly the BSc in Psychology, and to Augustana’s commitment to high-quality and inclusive undergraduate education, including ongoing efforts to Indigenize and decolonize the curriculum and advance Access, Community + Belonging (ACB) in teaching, research, and mentorship.

• The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in Psychology or be near completion by the start date of the appointment.
• The successful candidate will be an emerging scholar whose research and teaching are grounded in cognitive science, behavioural, or any other major area of experimental psychology. Areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, learning and memory, attention, perception, language, decision-making, motivation, psychometrics and psychological measurement, or related areas in the scientific study of cognition and behaviour.
• We particularly welcome candidates whose expertise complements existing strengths in Psychology at Augustana and who can contribute to the development and delivery of upper-level courses within their area of expertise.
• An ability to teach senior-level research methods and/or statistics courses would also be considered an asset.

Application Instructions

Click “Apply Now” and submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• List of Publications
• Statement of Teaching Interests

The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, including a comprehensive benefits package.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule A of the collective agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

Located in Camrose on Treaty 6 territory, Augustana Campus offers a unique learning experience rooted in the liberal arts and embedded in rural Alberta. Home to approximately 900 students, the campus offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Augustana Faculty and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Augustana provides close-knit, supportive learning environments with extensive opportunities for student engagement in athletics, clubs, and campus life—delivering a small-campus experience with a world-class degree.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.