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The Department of Psychology invites applications for a Tenure-Track position in Quantitative Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin January 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132-$92,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. We are seeking a colleague whose teaching and research interests focus on quantitative methods used in the analysis of human psychology, including frequentist and Bayesian statistics, secondary analyses of large-scale survey data and other complex databases, and/or any specific focus within data science. An interest in health-related issues pertinent to psychology would be advantageous. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. and the capacity to develop an active, externally funded research program in their area of specialty. The candidate will be expected to teach quantitative methods courses at a variety of levels including, but not limited to, undergraduate statistics and research methods, along with undergraduate (and potentially graduate) data science courses. We are seeking a candidate with the capability to engage and inspire undergraduate and graduate students in their academic work, and who can build productive collaborations with other faculty in the department.

Our Team:

The Department of Psychology has an enthusiastic group of faculty members with diverse and active research programs, whose focus ranges from various areas of experimental, social and forensic psychology, to social and cultural behaviour in non-human animals, and animal communication. The department has an established graduate program and a thriving undergraduate student culture, encouraged through faculty involvement.

Our University:

The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education where inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business. Together, these programs serve more than 8,500 students.

Our Values:

The university recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and our community and is fundamental to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. The university as a whole embraces equity as a core value to be truly inclusive of the communities of which we are a part, and this requires ongoing intentional and systemic action. Through recruitment and support of individuals who further enhance our diversity, the University strives to create a diverse and inclusive community where students, faculty and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive.

Our City:

Home to more than 100,000 people, Lethbridge is a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and active social calendar. We boast stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets that illuminate Alberta’s big sky. Lethbridge is only two hours from Calgary’s International Airport and a short drive to both Waterton Lakes National Park and the United States border.

Our Contact Information:

For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Louise Barrett, Chair, Department of Psychology, at louise.barrett@uleth.ca.

Our Application Process:

All applications must be submitted online, and include a letter of application, a curriculum-vitae, description of their research program, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, outlines of courses previously taught, teaching evaluations, and the contact information for three qualified references who can assess research and teaching. The references will be sent a link where they will be asked to upload a confidential letter of reference to your application.

The deadline for applications is September 25, 2023.

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.