Job ID

77476

Job Title

SESSIONAL FACULTY - Fall 2026 - PSYCH 3BA3 Positive Psychology

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/07/21

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

2026/08/04

Employee Group

CUPE Sessional Faculty

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Department

Psychology, Neuroscience and B

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job Code

001095

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

3.1 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

17.8

Job Description

NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty

Department of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-27 session.

Date of Posting: July 21, 2026
Department Contact: Emily Thomas
Course Name(s)/Number(s): PSYCH 3BA3 Positive Psychology
Term: Fall 2026
Number of Section(s) Available: 1
Number of Units per Section: 3
Location (on/off campus): On campus
Projected Enrollment: 250
Projected TA Support: 200hrs / 2 TAs
Wage Rate: $9,435.73
Start Time and Duration: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9:30 A.M.-10:20 P.M.

Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties
This course examines the scientific study of positive human functioning, including topics such as happiness, resilience, and meaning in life. Students will critically evaluate research, explore practical applications, and consider how positive psychology principles can be integrated into real-world and personal contexts.

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or near completion of PhD in Psychology or related discipline; or a combination of relevant education and teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in the instruction of similar course material. Research and teaching experience is preferred.

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.



The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.

- Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.

Application Procedure
Please submit the following by August 4, 2026:
1. A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
2. A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
3. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/
4. Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247) or Nina Bovair at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs.

Pay Transparency Statement

The starting salary will not be less than $17,845.36 per 6 units, or $8,922.68 per 3 units.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.





The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a robust commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to [email protected] or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.

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