Instructor, Psychology

Job title:

Instructor, Psychology

Company

Vancouver Island University

Job description

Duties:We invite applications from accomplished university educators seeking to join a collegial department where teaching innovation and student success are highly valued. We seek applicants who share our passion for high quality undergraduate education and can skillfully infuse their teaching with their scholarly work.The teaching responsibilities of the successful candidate(s) will include one or more courses in a number of areas. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are able to offer the following course(s) face to face at the Nanaimo campus at the indicated times for PSYC 205 Intro to Biological Psychology, PSYC 300B Statistical Methods in Psychology II, PSYC 305 Intro to Biological Psychology II, PSYC 326 Learning Theory and Behavioural Change. If an instructor cannot be found to deliver these courses face to face then online delivery will be considered.Spring 2025 – Spring classes start January 6, 2025PSYC 205 Intro to Biological Psychology I
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
M 17:30-20:30
Nanaimo CampusPYSC 300B Statistical Methods in Psychology II
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
T 11:30-13:00 with lab R 2:30-4
Nanaimo CampusPSYC 305 Intro to Biological Psychology II
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
TR 14:30-16:00
Nanaimo CampusPSYC 326 Learning Theory and Behavioural Change
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
TR 16:00-17:30
Nanaimo CampusSee the about the Psychology Department.Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.Required Qualifications:

• A PhD in psychology from an APA or CPA accredited institution.
• Recent experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle.
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology relevant to the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in teaching small classes in an inclusive institutional environment.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

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Expected salary

Location

Nanaimo, BC

Job date

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:21:33 GMT

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