At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students in the Socio-Cultural Foundations of Learning Sciences.
- Company: Join McGill University, a leader in education and research.
- Benefits: Engage with diverse communities and contribute to transformative education.
- Other info: In-person classes on Thursdays, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
- Why this job: Shape future educators while exploring cutting-edge learning theories.
- Qualifications: PhD or ABD in relevant fields and teaching experience required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology
Course Number-Section and Title (CRN): EDPE 555-001/002/003 Socio-Cultural Foundations of Learning Sciences (CRNs: 3001/3002/3003)
Course Description: Examination of foundational theories of the Learning Sciences including contributions by social constructivist theories. Implications of theory on methodologies for the Learning Sciences in general, and for educational and instructional contexts in particular.
Posting Dates: August 14 - 17, 2026
Application Deadline: August 17, 2026 (11:59 PM)
CL Credits: 3 (This course is not team-taught)
Number of Positions Available: 1
Term / Schedule: Fall 2026 / Thur 06:05-08:55 p.m.
Location: EDUC 613 (Location subject to change)
Teaching Qualification Requirements
- Education: PhD holders or candidates (ABD) in Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Applied Psychology, or equivalent.
- Experience required: Experience as a course instructor or TA for courses at a similar level. Demonstrated knowledge of modern and seminal social-cultural theories underpinning Learning Science as evidenced by completed courses, research output, TA work, or course instruction. Scholarship in the Learning Sciences an asset. Knowledge of modern and seminal methods common to the Learning Sciences an asset.
Other requirements
- If the applicant has taught this course exactly once previously, she/he must have had satisfactory teaching evaluations in this course that meet the Department’s expectations. This requirement does not apply to applicants who have taught the course at least twice.
- If the applicant has not taught this course previously, but has taught in the hiring unit previously, she/he must have had satisfactory teaching evaluations that meet the Department’s expectations.
- Adherence to evolving program requirements concerning course content and program-developed competencies; course content and references must reflect the most current advances in the field.
Effective dates of appointment are August 24, 2026 to December 18, 2026. This course will be offered in-person on campus at McGill. Please contact ecp@mcgill.ca with any questions you may have.
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English Language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
Hiring Unit: Educational & Counselling Psychology
Course Title: Introduction to Learning Sciences
Subject Code: EDPE 555 001/002/003
Schedule: Thursday: 06:05 pm - 08:55 pm
Deadline to Apply: 2026-08-17
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
Course Lecturer EDPE 555 ECP F26 employer: McGill University
McGill University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant academic environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the fields of health and sustainability. With a commitment to employee growth, faculty members benefit from access to strong research clusters and interdisciplinary programs, ensuring meaningful contributions to pressing global challenges. Located in the culturally rich city of Montreal, McGill provides a unique opportunity to engage with diverse communities while advancing impactful research.
