Sessional Instructor - Applied Social Psychology

About the University of Niagara Falls Canada

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Officially opening its doors in 2024, the University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is an innovative and digitally oriented institution that prepares graduates for leadership in the digital world. We believe in delivering programs that provide a direct pathway to meaningful careers in high-demand industries. UNF is part of the Global University Systems Canada group of institutions and Global University Systems, an international network of higher education institutions.

Our location

Our campus is located in historic downtown Niagara Falls. Beyond being Canada’s #1 travel destination, Niagara Falls is a small vibrant city that offers up a slice of metropolitan living at a different pace. From world-class dining and entertainment options to luxury shopping and cultural experiences. Our location offers the amenities of a large urban centre within a comfortable, liveable community.

About the program

The Master of Arts in Applied Social Psychology is designed to provide an integrated, comprehensive curriculum to prepare graduates for careers requiring extensive knowledge and expertise in the complex interplay between social factors and human behavior. This program examines how social influences, social perception, and social interaction influence the mental health and well-being of individuals, groups and communities.

Sessional Instructor:

We build a candidate sessional pool. Once we finalize a candidate through the interview process, we issue them a one-year agreement. This doesn’t mean we’ll need you for the upcoming term. It lets us build a talent pool for the year, so if a role opens up in your subject matter expertise, you’re already in our system and we can quickly offer you a course contract!

Per course rate: $7,200 (paid in installments)

The program of Master of Arts in Applied Social Psychology has the following Sessional Instructional positions available for the academic terms 2 and 3 and invites applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Course titles:

• MASP520 Social Identity
• MASP530 Social Influences on Health

Mode of Delivery: Online & In Person ( 1 online and in person for each course title above)

Sessional Instructors will perform the following duties:

• Lecturing & Teaching: Deliver engaging lectures and instructional content across multiple delivery modes (in-person, online, or hybrid) to create an inclusive, dynamic learning environment.
• Course Materials: Prepare, update, and maintain course materials, including assignments, quizzes, and exams. Ensure materials are accessible and relevant to students’ learning.
• Student Engagement: Offer regular office hours to meet with students, address inquiries, and provide academic support.
• Assessment & Grading: Design and grade assignments, tests, and exams in a timely and consistent manner. Provide meaningful feedback to students on their progress.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate on curriculum development to ensure course content is aligned with industry standards and trends.
• Technology Integration: Use internal software to manage grades, track progress, and update students on course material.

The successful candidate will have the following education and experience:

• PhD in Social Psychology, Applied Social Psychology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in applied social psychology, such as attitudes and persuasion, group dynamics, prejudice and discrimination, and community or organizational interventions.
• Strong understanding of research methods and statistics, including experimental and survey design, and proficiency with tools such as SPSS, R, or JASP.
• Ability to apply social psychological theory to real-world settings, including program evaluation, workplace behaviour, and social issues.
• Prior teaching experience at the post-secondary level is considered an asset.
• Professional or applied experience in a relevant field, such as organizational consulting, community-based research, or policy, is preferred.

Application process

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application, using ONE document that includes a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae (CV) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, and teaching portfolio (if applicable), as well as the names of three references. A single PDF document is preferred. Note: file maximum of 5MB per attached upload. Late applications will not be considered.

Use of AI Disclosure
University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF), UNF is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. While AI tools assist us in identifying and communicating with candidates, applications are reviewed by our dedicated Talent Acquisition team to ensure a thorough evaluation of all candidates.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity

UNF is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.

We recognize that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, UNF will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, please advise [email protected] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are situated on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Hatiwendaronk and Anishinaabe peoples. We also acknowledge the many other First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who call this region home.

We commit to building relationships based on respect, reciprocity, and reconciliation as we work, learn, and gather on this land. Furthermore, we acknowledge that the Niagara Region is situated on treaty land, and we stand with all Indigenous peoples, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live.

Learn more about the University of Niagara Falls Canada at our website.