Psychology - Assistant Professor, 1-year Term

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations, and within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement.

Position Description:
The Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour at McMaster University invites applications for a one-year Contractually Limited Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Psychology. The anticipated starting date for this position is August 1, 2026. The teaching commitment for this position will be six undergraduate courses per year, with the possibility of teaching in the spring/summer session.  The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology with expertise in cognition and science communication, and preference will be given to candidates with a proven record of successful teaching at the university level. 

The Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour currently has 31 full-time faculty members and approximately 110 graduate students and 8 postdoctoral fellows. The Department supports approximately 1200 in-program students across more than a dozen undergraduate programs, and teaches many more students from programs across the University. More information about the Department can be found at: www.pnb.mcmaster.ca.

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being. Our focus on collaboratively exchanging ideas and approaches makes us uniquely positioned to pioneer ground-breaking solutions to real-world problems leading to a Brighter World. The Faculty of Science works to create global impact by advancing scientific discovery and knowledge and promoting greater understanding. Our innovative, interdisciplinary approach generates new methods and insights, results, and lasting change.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence:
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of racialized communities (“visible minorities”), persons with disabilities, women, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

We invite all applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey, which takes approximately two minutes to complete, through McMaster’s application submission portal. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. All information collected is confidential and will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the applicant pool and to promote a fair, equitable and inclusive talent acquisition process.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science at [email protected] to communicate accommodation needs.

How to Apply:
Complete applications must be made online at https://hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/current-opportunities/ (Faculty Positions, Job 76542) by the deadline to the attention of Dr. Ayesha Khan, Associate Professor & Associate Chair, Undergraduate Studies, Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4K1.

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter (including a statement regarding whether the applicant has Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status (see below))
• a current Curriculum Vitae
• a statement on teaching interests and philosophy (including evidence of teaching effectiveness)
• a statement of experience and plans for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in post-secondary education, community-based or other professional settings (2-page maximum)
• three (3) letters of reference which should ideally be submitted through or sent directly by your referees to Ayesha Khan, Associate Chair, Undergraduate Studies ([email protected]).

McMaster University recognizes the potential impact that career interruptions and personal circumstances (e.g., pregnancy, early childcare, eldercare, illness, etc.) can have on an applicant’s record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their applications the impact that career interruptions, or other issues, may have had.

Review of complete applications will begin in late June and continue until the position is filled.  All applicants will receive an on-line, system-generated confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Progressive policies are in place to assist faculty members achieve a work-life balance. The starting salary will not be less than $97,025, and will be determined based on rank, discipline, experience, and qualifications. Salaries for faculty members progress through a Career Progress/Merit Plan; average salaries by rank and Faculty for previous academic years can be found here. Please be advised that any full-time, permanent faculty member of the Department can request confidential access to the application materials, including the reference letters.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications need to include the following statement in their application package: I am/am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.