Department of Psychology

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for a Contract Lecturer in the Department of Psychology. Applications are requested to teach:

PSYC 3010WA Psychological Disorders in Childhood (on campus)
A critical examination of concepts related to the understanding of child psychopathology. The focus is on symptomatology, assessment, diagnosis, etiology, and treatment of a variety of disorders including neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disorder), behavioural disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – Jan 10 to April 8, 2022
                                     Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 to 5:30pm (tentative)

PSYC 3016WDE Personality Psychology (web)
Examines topics in traditional and contemporary personality psychology. Focuses on personality assessment, motivation, biological and genetic influences, sex and gender, traits, the self-concept, and the evolutionary function of personality. Additionally, the association between personality and relationships, health outcomes, morality, and beliefs will be covered.

Start Date/Duration:   Date - Jan 10 to April 8, 2022
                                     N/A WEB course

PSYC 4111FA Statistics for Psychology 3 (on campus or Zoom)
For the aspiring researcher in Psychology, newer and specialized statistical procedures will be the focus. Prepares students to plan, analyze, and interpret the results of their honours thesis.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – September 7 to December 6, 2021
                                     Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30am to 10:00am (tentative)
                                     Lab Fridays 12:30 to 1:30pm

PSYC 4611WDE History of Psychology (Zoom)
The historical and theoretical foundations of psychology from its philosophical and scientific antecedents to the early studies of the nervous system will be reviewed. Main currents in psychological thought such as the emergence of experimental psychology and the development of clinical psychology will be emphasized.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – January 10 to April 8, 2022
                                     Mondays and Wednesdays 7:00 to 8:30pm 

PSYC 4151WDE Advanced Studies in the Psychology of Aging (web)
An in-depth examination of selected topics in normal aging, with emphasis on both research methodology and the practical utilization of findings. Measurement and research design issues associated with the use of primary versus secondary data (e.g., survey data and administrative data) will be explored. The topics included will range from physical performance through cognition to psychosocial well-being, with the main theoretical perspective being on the promotion of a higher quality of life in older people.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – January 10 to April 8, 2022
                                     N/A WEB course

PSYC 5151WA Multivariate Statistics (on campus)
This course will focus on various advanced statistical techniques that can be used in psychological research. Topics will include multiple regression, factor analysis, cluster analysis, structural modeling, discriminant function analysis, multivariate analysis of variance, meta-analysis, canonical correlation, sequential analyses, and loglinear modeling.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – January 10 to April 8, 2022
                                     Mondays and Wednesdays 7:00 to 8:30pm (tentative)

PSYC 5201 YA Clinical Assessment (on campus)
Designed to familiarize students with the full spectrum of psychological tests and assessment techniques that are currently used in the practice of Clinical Psychology. Students will be taught the relationships between various assessment protocols and clinical diagnoses with emphasis given to relevant ethical and legal guidelines. Students will have practica that involve proficiency development in the administration, scoring, interpretation, and report writing of selected tests. Finally, the research literature and psychometrics on frequently used test batteries coupled with diagnoses will be reviewed from a scientist-practitioner perspective.

Start Date/Duration:   Date – September 7, 2021 to April 8, 2022
                                     Tuesdays 7:00pm to 10:00pm (tentative)

Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired. 

Qualifications Preferred: PhD in Psychology and teaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred, with relevant expertise in Psychology. Candidates lacking the specific degree qualification (e.g., ABD doctoral students), but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications are also encouraged to apply. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired. 

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. With campuses located in Thunder Bay and Orillia, Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff.  With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its ten faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (West Campus) and Ontario’s newest Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Admin.psych@lakeheadu.ca Detailed information on the Lakehead Psychology Department and our programs is available at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/psychology.

Review of applications will begin on Thursday June 3, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) should include: a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests and/or evidence of teaching effectiveness. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package.  We encourage applicants with the Right of First Refusal (as outlined in article 19.03.02 of the LUFA/LU Collective Agreement) to indicate their status in their application.

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Send Applications to:

Department of Psychology
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1
Attn: Dr. Mirella Stroink, Chair
E-mail:  Admin.psych@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.