Contractually Limited Appointment

3 weeks ago


Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time
Posting Details

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

McMaster University’s Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications for a 12-month full-time, contractually limited position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Social Psychology Program, located on the main university campus, for the period covering July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025.

Applicants must have an area of specialization in social psychology, psychology, or a related field that complements or enhances the Social Psychology Program, including (but not limited to) the social psychology of mental health and well-being, close relationships, and industrial and organizational psychology.

The successful applicant must have or be very near completion of a PhD in social psychology, psychology, or a related discipline by the time of the appointment. The applicant must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching and a willingness and ability to contribute to the Program’s collegial and collaborative intellectual community as well as university-wide inclusive excellence goals and priorities. Experience supervising undergraduate research projects and previous engagement in service are assets. 

The successful applicant will teach seven 3-unit undergraduate-level courses in the Social Psychology Program, such as Psychology of Well-Being (SOCPSY 2B03), Psychology of Close Relationships (2F03), Industrial/Organizational Psychology (SOCPSY 3H03), or Mental Health (SOCPSY 3A03). Four of the candidate’s courses (12 units) will be allocated to teaching the Program’s Level 4 Social Psychology Research Project (Capstone) course (SOCPSY 4ZZ6). The Capstone course requires familiarity with institutional ethics review processes and an ability to review, approve, supervise, and monitor approximately 20 group-based research projects, both qualitative and quantitative, from September 2024-April 2025. If desired, candidates will be offered additional opportunities to supervise and mentor undergraduate student research projects.

An example of the teaching schedule is listed below, with anticipated enrolment in parentheses. Some courses may be offered online/hybrid, whereas others require in-person teaching at McMaster’s main campus. Final courses and format will be determined in conjunction with the Program Director.

FALL 2024
SOCPSY 2B03 (115; 3 units; in person/hybrid): Psychology of Well-Being
SOCPSY 4ZZ6 (120; 6 units; 2 sections; in-person/hybrid): Social Psychology Research Project (Capstone)

WINTER 2025
SOCPSY 3A03 (100; 3 units; in-person/hybrid): Mental Health
SOCPSY 4ZZ6 (120; 6 units; 2 sections; in-person/hybrid): Social Psychology Research Project (Capstone)

SPRING 2025
SOCPSY 3H03 (75; 3 units; online): Industrial/Organizational Psychology

The Social Psychology Program is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that allows students to explore the relationship between individuals and society through courses in a broad range of disciplines. We have been experiencing an exciting period of growth over the past few years and would welcome a CLA who can bring diverse and innovative perspectives to our Program. Please see our website for more information:

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being. McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation and excellence as a student-centred, research-intensive university. McMaster’s Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 130 faculty members advancing education and research in collaboration with one or more of the Faculty’s 13 schools, departments and program areas. Its disciplines are preparing societal leaders to respond to economic, political and cultural shifts in Canada and abroad. Discover more about the Faculty of Social Sciences and the City of Hamilton.



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