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With more than 18,000 faculty and staff, UBC is one of British Columbia’s largest workforces. We are also one of the most progressive, consistently recognized as one of BC’s best employers.

Faculty and Staff

We value our faculty and staff members and are always looking for talented people to join our thriving team. Excellent benefits, diverse career opportunities, and a true community spirit are just some of the reasons you should consider joining our team of talented, dynamic faculty and staff. For a full list of current openings, visit UBC’s Staff & Faculty Careers page.

SESSIONAL LECTURER POSTINGS

We also hire faculty into term appointments for a specified period of time for courses taught in the Department of Psychology. Sessional lecturers teach and/or perform related duties, including course coordination or lab supervision, for a period of less than 12 months.

CURRENT POSTINGS

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at UBC, Okanagan campus, requires a sessional instructor to teach the following course during the 2026 summer term 1 academic year (May 11, 2026 – June 18, 2026):

PSYO 357-001 – Community Psychology

Introduction to the historical, theoretical, and empirical underpinnings of community psychology. Examines the application of psychological principles to social issues that affect communities. Special emphasis on community mental health, prevention of illness and promotion of wellness, and the community practitioner as an agent of social change.

*Please note: This course is offered in-person and is scheduled for Mondays and Thursdays, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM PST. The course is capped at 20 students.

Applicants with a PhD in the discipline or a related discipline, and relevant research and post-secondary teaching experience are preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vita (including but not limited to previous teaching experience), recent teaching evaluations (if available), and the name of three referees who would be willing to provide a reference letter (if requested).

Deadline for receipt of applications is February 28, 2026. Please send application documents in electronic format using word or PDF files to psychology.okanagan@ubc.ca, attention: Marla MacDonald. The minimum compensation rate per credit per period for the department is $3186.37 equaling $9559.11 per 3-credit course.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All positions are subject to funding and enrolment numbers and are governed by the Collective Agreement between the University of British Columbia and The Faculty Association of the University of British Columbia.

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at UBC, Okanagan campus, requires a sessional instructor to teach the following course during the 2026 winter terms 1 & 2, and 2027 summer term 1 (September 7, 2026 – June 18, 2027):

PSYO 630I– Problematic Substance Use and Addictions Practicum

The Problematic Substance Use (PSU) Service provides students with specialized experience in individual treatment for adult and adolescent substance use disorders, as well as structured clinical interviewing geared toward the assessment of substance use and related problems. Treatment is based in Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT, and uses empirically driven protocols. Clients will be referred through the Psychology Clinic at UBCO, from community providers and from IH funded residential treatment facilities. Under supervision, students will conduct intake assessments and, if deemed appropriate, will provide time-limited psychotherapy to clients seeking assistance in reducing harm related to their use of alcohol, stimulants, opioids, and other psychoactive substances. Although the focus of this practicum is the assessment and treatment of problematic substance use, additional training will be provided to address co-morbid conditions on a case-by-case basis. Students will engage in both group and individual supervision.

*Please note: This course is offered in-person and is scheduled to run from September to June, with regularly scheduled group supervision and individual supervision every week; the time of these meetings will be determined in negotiation with the instructor. The course is capped at 10 students.

Applicants with a PhD in Clinical Psychology, with completed clinical training from a CPA- or APA-accredited program, a completed CPA- or APA-accredited residency/internship, and must be registered with the Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. Applicants with relevant research and post-secondary teaching experience are preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vita (including but not limited to previous teaching experience), recent teaching evaluations (if available), and the name of three referees who would be willing to provide a reference letter (if requested).

Deadline for receipt of applications is February 28, 2026. Please send application documents in electronic format using word or PDF files to psychology.okanagan@ubc.ca, attention: Marla MacDonald. The minimum compensation rate per credit per period for the department is $3186.37 equaling $9559.11 per 3-credit course.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All positions are subject to funding and enrolment numbers and are governed by the Collective Agreement between the University of British Columbia and The Faculty Association of the University of British Columbia.

Students

Graduate Teaching Assistants

The GTA Application window for the 2026 Summer Terms is Now Open!

To apply, please complete an application found at:https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CZFoCRZF8t42Nw by March 31st, 2026.

Please note: This application must be completed to be considered for a position.

UBC Okanagan hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, visible minority group members, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. However, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.