Department of Psychology

Date of Posting:                               November 9, 2016    

Course Title:                                     PSYC 2301 ADE: Personality Psychology (1.0 FCE)

Session:                                             Summer 2017 term: July 4, 2016 – August 15, 2017

Method of Delivery:                          Online 

Course Description:                         This course will survey a variety of topics in contemporary personality psychology, including personality assessment, behavioural consistency, behavioural genetics, motives, the unconscious, personal efficacy, the five-factor model, the self-concept, self-esteem, self-consciousness, self-fulfilling prophecies, stress and illness, personality and relationships, moral character, sex and gender, and emotion. There will also be coverage of some traditional personality theories.

Preferred Qualifications:                 Expertise, background and experience in General Psychology are required. Previous teaching of the respective course is considered an asset. Applicants must have a M.A. in Psychology, although a Ph.D. in Psychology is preferred.

Applications should include:         Application packages should include: Cover letter, current CV, and the names of three (3) references.

Send Applications to:                      Dr. Mirella Stroink

                                                           Chair, Department of Psychology

                                                            Email: mirella.stroink@lakeheadu.ca

                                                            Please note that email is the preferred method of application.

Closing Date:                                    Thursday, November 30, 2016

                                                            Position is subject to budgetary approval.

 Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.