The Department of Psychology at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a sessional instructor during the forthcoming Winter 2027 semester. All positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person

PSY-4320 Clinical Psychology and Indigenous Mental Wellness

This seminar explores clinical psychology through Indigenous mental wellness frameworks. The course follows Indigenous knowledge systems, community-defined wellness, and lived experience while critically examining the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism within psychology and mental health systems. Rather than positioning Indigenous Peoples as clinical “populations,” the course emphasizes relational accountability, cultural safety, and ethical responsibility. Students engage with Indigenous-authored scholarship and decolonizing critiques of clinical practice, research, and intervention. Learning is accomplished through dialogue and reflexivity, and is grounded in respect for Indigenous sovereignty and self-determination.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants should hold a Graduate degree, preferably a Doctoral degree, in Psychology. Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, an updated C.V., and the names of three references to:

Dr. Philip Smith
 Professor and Acting Chair, Department of Psychology
 University of Prince Edward Island
 Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
 📧 psychadmin@upei.ca

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.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is May 14th, 2026.