PS​/HEVA- Psychology

PS389/HE305VA
1-Positive Psychology (Spring 2026)

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Science

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition : 10542

Position Title: PS389/HE305VA
1 Positive Psychology - Instructor

Term: Spring 2026 (May 1 – August 31)

Type of Course: Online

Anticipated Class Size: 80

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: 28 January 2026

Posting ends: 12 February 2026

Position Summary: An introduction to the science and practice of well‑being, including topics such as happiness, optimism, gratitude, mindfulness, positive mental health, character strengths, and positive relationships, with a focus on evidence‑based strategies for optimizing individual and community functioning. Students will develop the skills to understand the theoretical and empirical underpinnings of positive psychology.

Qualifications –

Required:

Master’s Degree or minimum two years progress in doctoral program.

Qualifications – Discipline: Psychology

Qualifications – Areas of Specialization: Positive Psychology

Qualifications – Other: Refereed publications in the area of positive psychology required. Previous university teaching experience preferred.

Final date to receive applications: 12 February 2026

Submit with Application:

Required for All Applicants

• CV (Maximum 10 pages. Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application)
• Names and Contact Information for three Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching.
• Verification of highest degree

Optional

• Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum 25 pages in total. Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application).
• Sample Course Outline (2‑pages maximum)

Address Applications to:

PTAC Hiring Committee
Department of Psychology
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario

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