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Sessional Instructor - Department of Psychology - Faulty of Arts (Fall 2018)

Competition Number:
66SI18
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Psychology - Faculty of Arts
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2018

The Department of Psychology at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer for the 2018 Fall Semester. We are seeking an instructor to teach the following course in the Department of Psychology. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

PSY-3310 - CREATIVITY
This course examines the nature of creativity as viewed from the psychoanalytic, cognitive problem solving, and humanistic existential perspectives. Topics include personality correlates of creative people, criteria and methods for judging creativity, the creative process, and the facilitation of creative potential. Small group participation is required. Three hours a week

Qualifications: 
Successful applicants will have a graduate degree in psychology, preferably at the doctoral level.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster in the academic unit. 

Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a letter of application, an updated C.V., and the names of three referees to:
Dr. Jason Doiron, Professor and Chair
Department of Psychology,
University of Prince Edward Island,
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
jpdoiron@upei.ca
Tel:  (902) 566-0519
Fax: (902) 628-4359

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Closing date for applications is July 24, 2018

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.