黑料老司机

The Department of Psychology at the 黑料老司机 has openings for sessional instructors during the forthcoming Winter 2026 semester. All positions are subject to final budgetary approval. 

Please note: the courses offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course. 

PSY 2630-01 - Psychology of Music 

 
The course introduces fundamental and exciting developments in the growing field of the psychology of music. Taking a cognitive psychological approach, topics in the course  include memory for popular music, the distinctive sounds of musical instruments, music  and the brain, rhythmic behaviour in humans and animals, absolute pitch, music and  expectancy, the unheard melodies of film music, music and emotion, musical  performance, musical creativity, musical intelligence, musical development, cross cultural perspectives and world music, music appreciation and personality, music and  well-being, and the historical context. Students will explore complexities underlying research findings and will aim to relate this understanding to music in their lives as well as to other areas in psychology.  

PSY 2730-01 - Qualitative Methods  

This course introduces qualitative research methods and analysis in psychology, with a consideration of ontology, epistemology, and methodology. Qualitative methods emphasize how psychological concepts have various meanings across culture and time and include observations and interviews as well as analytical techniques to create meaning from the research. Key concepts include interviews, focus groups, naturalistic observation, grounded theory, and phenomenology. The course includes communication of research findings using APA format and consideration of research ethics in qualitative research.

PSY 3090-01 - Adult Development 

The purpose of this course is to better understand adult development by focusing on themes of change and stability from young adulthood through to older adulthood. Students use analytical and descriptive theories of adult development to explore how adults negotiate physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of development. Lectures, in class assignments, and research projects are designed to encourage students to evaluate critically the contemporary research in adult development and to apply their understanding of adult development to a wide array of contexts and policy environments.  

PSY 3910-01 - Psychology of Women 

This course will focus on women's development throughout the life span. Topics will include views of the nature of women, biological influences, the socialization process and its consequences at the individual, interpersonal relationship, and societal levels, as well as recent alternative views of the psychology of women.  

Qualifications:  

Successful applicants should hold a Graduate degree or a Doctoral degree in Psychology.  Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the 黑料老司机 Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, an updated C.V., and the names of three
references to:  
Dr. Annabel Cohen 
Professor and Chair, Department of Psychology 
黑料老司机 
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3 
psychadmin@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 黑料老司机 is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

黑料老司机 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 

黑料老司机 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is August 6th, 2025.