Assistant Professor - Department of Psychology - Social Psychology

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Position Description:
The Department of Psychology of McGill University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment in SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, though exceptional candidates at higher rank may be considered, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

Job Duties:
Candidates are expected to demonstrate the potential to establish a record of significant, externally funded research. Candidates are also expected to demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and supervision/mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate levels. We are particularly interested in applicants who complement our existing expertise in identity and social relations, as well as those who use interdisciplinary and/or innovative technological approaches, but applicants from all research areas within social psychology will be considered .

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
The successful candidate must hold a PhD by August 1, 2027.

Faculty/Department/Unit:
Faculty of Science, Department of Psychology, Social Psychology

Job Type:
Tenure-track

Rank:
Assistant Professor

Salary:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Posting Period:
Please submit your application within 35 days of the publication of this advertisement.

Required Documents:
The following supporting documents are required:

• cover letter and curriculum vitae
• statement of research (past, current, and future directions, no more than three pages)
• statement of teaching (no more than 2 pages)
• diversity, equity, and inclusion statement describing how your scholarship, teaching and mentoring, and/or service and engagement demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• copies of at least 3 representative publications
• names and contact information of three referees for confidential letters of recommendation
   

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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.