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How to stay positive and resilient while working from home
Psychology professor Lara Aknin, who researches prosocial behaviour, well-being, happiness and social relationships at Simon Fraser University, shares some advice and recommendations on how to maintain resilience and remain happy during these challenging times. learn more →
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Psychology student Shina Kaur creates social impact through student engagement
Shina Kaur didn’t come to Simon Fraser University to find herself; she came to create herself. learn more →
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Heather Thom counsels volunteering and lighter class load for successful job path
After graduating with distinction in 2018, Heather Thom landed a job as an academic advisor with Student Services. She credits her success in this current position to the time she spent volunteering at SFU plus her previous counselling knowledge and experience. learn more →
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Volunteering leads to friendship and work opportunities for behavioural neuroscience student Stephanie U
Stephanie U didn’t know how she could ever choose between biology and psychology. Fortunately, she discovered SFU’s Behavioural Neuroscience program, a unique joint major that combines both of her loves. learn more →
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Golf captain hits the sweet spot with psychology
As a Fair Trade ambassador, a varsity athlete, a learning coach and a full-time student, the greatest asset that Scott Kerr has gained at Simon Fraser University (SFU) is the ability to manage his time. learn more →
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PhD graduate Andrea Smit explores industrialization and sleep in tropical paradise
In 2017, PhD graduate Andrea Smit traveled to Vanuatu to conduct research on the effects of industrialization and artificial lighting on sleeping patterns. Her research has recently been published in Scientific Reports. learn more →
Department of Psychology
RCB 5246
Phone: 778-782-3354
Fax: 778-782-3427
Email: psycrec@sfu.ca
The Department of Psychology offers programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level. At the undergraduate studies level, we offer B.A and B.A. Honours in Psychology, as well as joint major, minor and extended minor for students pursuing a degree in another discipline. At the graduate studies level, we offer both M.A. and Ph.D. degree programs in our six core areas of Psychology. We also offer a professional Ph.D. training program in Clinical Psychology.
The Department of Psychology acknowledges the Squamish, Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, Katzie, and Kwikwetlem peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser’s three campuses stand.
Positions
Sessional Instructor (SI) Positions REPOSTED - Fall 2020 - CLOSED
- PSYC 367 Psychological Perspectives on Human Sexuality - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 371 Intervention: Process and Outcome - Burnaby Campus
Duration: September 1, 2020 to December 24, 2020 (Fall 2020)
Deadline to apply: Friday, March 20, 2020
Teaching Assistant Positions in Psychology and Cognitive Science - Summer 2020 - CLOSED
Duration: May 4, 2020 to August 31, 2020
Semester: May 11, 2020 to August 10, 2020 (Final Exam Period: August 12 - 22, 2020)
Intersession: May 11, 2020 to June 22, 2020 (Exam period ends June 29, 2020)
Deadline to apply: March 16, 2020
Sessional Instructor (SI) Positions - Fall 2020 - CLOSED
- PSYC 102 Intro to Psychology II - Surrey Campus
- PSYC 250 Intro to Developmental Psychology - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 250 Intro to Developmental Psychology - Harbour Centre NOW Program
- PSYC 363 Intergroup Relations - Harbour Centre NOW Program
- PSYC 367 Psychological Perspectives on Human Sexuality - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 371 Intervention: Process and Outcome - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 382 Cognitive Neuroscience - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 383 Psychopharmacology - Burnaby Campus
- PSYC 391 Intro to Clinical Psychology - Burnaby Campus
Duration: September 1, 2020 to December 24, 2020 (Fall 2020)
Deadline to apply: Friday, March 13, 2020
CRC (Tier 2) Tenure-Track Position in Behavioural Neuroscience
Earliest start date: October 1, 2020
Deadline to apply: January 1, 2020
Continuing Faculty Position – Lecturer in Psychology
Earliest start date: July 1, 2020
Priority given to applications received by December 15, 2019
Tenure-Track Position in Clinical Child Neuropsychology or Clinical Child Psychology
Earliest start date: July 1, 2020
Priority given to applications received by December 16, 2019