Tutorial Instructors in Psychology

Overview

The Department of Psychology at Harvard University is accepting applications to teach in the Sophomore Tutorial program. Tutor positions are open to advanced graduate students and postdocs/PhD-level early career instructors with prior teaching experience. Sophomore Tutorial (PSY 971 and 975) is the centerpiece of the undergraduate psychology experience. These small (~8 students) discussion-based seminars are designed to engage students in reading and discussing empirical papers, understanding experimental logic, and developing scientific writing skills.

Sections meet two hours a week, with additional individual student meetings, and there are regular group meetings for all tutors. These positions are a great fit for individuals looking for mentorship on teaching and experience running their own course.

Position

Description:

The tutor will contribute to teaching in the Sophomore Tutorial program and may be assigned responsibilities related to facilitating discussion, guiding reading and analysis of empirical papers, and supporting students in developing scientific writing skills. The course emphasizes thinking like a psychological scientist and provides an opportunity to gain teaching experience and mentorship.

• Basic Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of graduate-level training in Psychology or a closely related field (e.g., Cognitive Science, Statistics, EdD in Human Development).
• Additional Qualifications:
  
  Strong background in teaching and research; commitment to equitable and inclusive teaching. PhD or equivalent graduate degree holders and current graduate students are preferred.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed twice per year, in advance of the Fall (August through December) and Spring (January through May) semesters. Tutors may apply for one or both semesters within an academic year.

Katherine Powers, PhD
Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies
Department of Psychology
Harvard University
220 William James Hall
33 Kirkland Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Contact [email protected]

The per-section salary for this course is $11,720-$13,150 (Jr./Sr. rates; exact rate to be determined under the relevant contract guidelines).

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Highest education completed?
  • Doctoral degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
• Are you authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please indicate the area in which you feel MOST comfortable teaching undergraduate courses. (must choose one)
  • Social Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Clinical Science/Abnormal Psychology
  • Cognitive Psychology/Behavioral Psychology/Neuroscience
  • Statistics/Research Methods

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Course Evaluation

Optional Documents

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research
• Other
• Mentor Agreement Form