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Department of Psychology

In accordance with article 6.2.2 (Notification of Courses) of the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, applications are invited for the following courses, to be offered during the following sessions:

Fall 2025

PMA353 Psychometrics and Psychological Testing

T/Th 17 h 30--19 h


The course covers the development process and psychometric properties of typical psychological measurement tools, including norms, reliability, validity, and factor analysis. Critical examination of these properties for selected instruments and different research scenarios will be involved, and students will practice developing their own measurement tool.

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology I: Basic processes

MW 17 h 30--18 h 59


An introduction to the functioning and development of the basic cognitive processes: perception, learning, memory, thinking, intelligence and consciousness. Approaches and methods will also be discussed.

PSY293 Multicultural Psychology

MW 16 h--17 h 30


The place of culture in the evolution of psychology. Cultural similarities and differences in behaviour, thoughts, emotions, attitudes, motivations, mental and physical health, etc. Understanding that psychological principles can range from being universal to culture specific.

Winter 2026

PBI 327 Psychology of Nutrition

T/Th 10 h--11 h 30


This course explores the many physiological, psychological and sociocultural factors that influence children and adults' food choice and preferences. The activity of eating is understood in its relation to physical and psychological health, body size and dissatisfaction, dieting, obesity, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

PMA 360 Advanced Psychological Statistics

M/W 17 h 30--19 h


Advanced inferential statistics developed from a conceptual perspective. Topics include one and two-way analysis of variance, repeated measures ANOVA, fixed and random designs, post-hoc and a priori tests. Explorations will also include correlation, regression and their relationship to ANOVA and use of jamovi and/or SPSS in analysis.

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology I: Basic processes

MW 19 h--20 h 30


An introduction to the functioning and development of the basic cognitive processes: perception, learning, memory, thinking, intelligence and consciousness. Approaches and methods will also be discussed.

PSY 203 Cognition and Motivation in Sport: Performance enhancement

T/Th 10 h--11 h 30


A systematic review of how individual factors influence and optimize sports performance. Major topics include introduction and research methods, personality, mood, motivation, learning and cognition. Both theory and application will be emphasized

PSY 213 Research Methods

T/Th 13 h--14 h 30


Scientific bases of psychological theory; experimental and non-experimental research methods; data analysis; report writing; critical analysis of published articles. Class projects are conducted, statistically analyzed, and written up.

PSY246 Applications of Social Psychology

T/Th 10 h-11 h 30


This course is a survey of applied topics in social psychology, including the application of social psychological principles to the understanding of attraction and close relationships, aggression, altruism, prejudice, morality, conflict, and political discourse.

PSY 266 Adult Development and Aging

T/Th 8 h 30--10 h


An examination of psychological development during adulthood and old age. Research findings on age related changes in memory, health issues, adjustment, coping styles, and stress will be covered. Case studies will be used to explore various applications in society.



The course will be allotted in accordance with the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, including the applicable rules for seniority.



Contract faculty members who have seniority points may simply submit a letter of interest via e-mail. Other candidates should submit full applications by e-mail (covering letter, curriculum vitae, and any other materials required to demonstrate that they have the necessary expertise to teach the course) to

PSYChair@ubishops.ca

, by Friday, July 18, 2025 at 17 h.

Remuneration is $9560.92, with travel and marking expenses provided where appropriate.



Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.



Bishop's University implements an equal access employment program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies and welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.



We will provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact humanresources@ubishops.ca.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Bishop's University is located in the beautiful Eastern Townships just southeast of Montreal, on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. Meeting and working in this privileged location is a constant reminder of the need for continued conversations about the importance of decolonization and reconciliation, not just as abstract concepts, but as difficult ongoing processes to be worked on.