TEPHS - Cognitive and Psychological Foundations of Effective Leadership

Course information

Course number and title: TEP
442H1 S – Cognitive and Psychological Foundations of Effective Leadership

Course description:
This course investigates the cognitive and psychological foundations of effective leadership. Students will explore current theories driving effective leadership practice including models of leadership, neurophysiological correlates of leadership and psychodynamic approaches to leadership. Students will learn and apply skills including mental modeling, decision-making, teamwork and self-evaluation techniques. This course is aimed at helping Engineering students to gain practical skills that will enhance their impact as leaders throughout their careers.

Posting end date:
July 17, 2026

Number of positions (est):
One (1) position

Estimated TA support: TBA

Estimated course enrolment: 150 students

Class schedule: 1, 3-hour class per week, in person

Sessional dates of appointment:
January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

Hours:

1 HCE (up to a maximum of 230 hrs)

Salary: CUPE minimum salary rates for a half course (HCE), inclusive of vacation pay, are:
Sessional Lecturer 1 - $9,997.47;
Sessional Lecturer 1 Long Term - $10,699.22;
Sessional Lecturer 2 - $10,699.22;
Sessional Lecturer 2 Long Term - $10,953.96;
Sessional Lecturer 3 - $10,953.96 and Sessional Lecturer 3 Long Term - $11,212.15. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

• Delivery of course material in an integrated lecture-practical format
• Creation of content that leverages engineering thinking in teaching leadership
• Assessment, feedback, and evaluation of student capability and improvement
• Ability to convert to online duties if required

Applicants should submit:

• Unit 3 application form
• Application documents must be submitted via the link found in the application form in one (1) file

If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Chanelle Small-Reid at

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have extensive experience teaching both Psychology and Leadership. The applicant must have experience and knowledge of evidence-based research that links a variety of psychology concepts to leadership effectiveness and be able to connect those to engineering principles. Applicants should have a strong record of delivering engaging experiential lectures with an ability to explain concepts clearly and creatively as well as connect them effectively to the lived experience of the students.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching psychology, humanities and/or social sciences courses to engineering students. Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate degree in Psychology, Leadership or related fields.

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accessibility:
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and provides accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact