Course Lecturer – Socio-Cultural Foundations of Learning Sciences

About the role

The Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University seeks a qualified Course Lecturer to teach EDPE 555 – Socio-Cultural Foundations of Learning Sciences during the Fall 2026 term. This is a fixed‑term, unionized appointment focused on delivering high‑quality instruction and fostering student engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver three weekly lecture sessions (Thursdays, 6:05‑8:55 p.m.) for a 3‑credit course.
• Prepare and update course materials, readings, and assessments in line with current Learning Sciences research.
• Assess student performance through assignments, exams, and participation.
• Maintain office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Ensure course content reflects evolving program competencies and scholarly advances.

Required profile

• PhD holder or ABD in Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Prior experience as a course instructor or teaching assistant at the university level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of modern and seminal socio‑cultural theories underpinning Learning Sciences.
• Satisfactory teaching evaluations for previously taught courses, as defined by the department.
• Scholarship and methodological expertise in Learning Sciences are considered assets.

Required skills

• In‑depth understanding of socio‑cultural learning theories.
• Familiarity with research methods common to Learning Sciences.
• Ability to design and deliver effective university‑level instruction.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term appointment from August 24 2026 to December 18 2026.
• Opportunity to teach a specialized, interdisciplinary course on campus.
• Access to McGill’s academic resources and professional development support.