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Psychology

Prospective faculty

Join us at one of Canada’s leading research universities.

The Department of Psychology is recognized for its strengths in both research and teaching.

Home to more than 50 research laboratories, our department is a bustling community of faculty and student researchers leading the field of psychology to new and important discoveries.

All faculty members have active research programs and publish regularly. They have made important contributions locally, regionally and internationally.

Current openings

There are no faculty openings at this time.

Sessional lecturers

The Department of Psychology invites your expression of interest in delivering one or more Psychology course sections here during Summer 2026.

In keeping with Article 14.03 of the Agreement between UVic and CUPE 4163 (Component 3), expressions of interest are hereby sought from graduate students*, adjunct faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and sessional instructors in the department as well as from other interested parties. 

Please submit your expression(s) of interest here: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/F3SHPZR.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, March 6, 2026.

Offers of sessional employment will be made from the pool of qualified individuals who express their interest in teaching one or more of the above course sections. Positions are subject to availability of funding and attainment of minimum course enrollment numbers.  It is anticipated that applicants will be contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date or sooner. The University reserves the right to fill additional teaching assignments from the pool of applicants for this posting.

*Graduate Students: With the approval of their supervisor, graduate students, who have successfully completed their candidacy exams by the start date of the relevant position, may apply. Interested students must discuss with their supervisors the trade-offs among teaching experience, additional income, and progress toward their degree.

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UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and working environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. The University’s full equity statement also provides additional information.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca.  Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.