The Psychology Department is still seeking Teaching Assistants for the following spring
courses. Preferred qualifications are teaching experience at the college level and a
background in psychology, neuroscience, human development, or related fields. Harvard
affiliation is not required. Please share with anyone who may be interested!
PSY 1 Introduction to Psychological Science, Professor Jason Mitchell - Mon/Wed/Fri
9:00-10:15 am
"Psychology 1 is not just an introduction to the field of psychology but an
owner's manual for the human mind - and an opportunity to explore some of the most
fascinating issues in intellectual life. After laying a foundation in concepts about the
brain, evolution, information, nature and nurture, and scientific approaches to
psychology, the course covers specific topics including perception, cognition, attention,
learning, memory, emotion, decision making, consciousness, development, language,
personality, individual differences, psychopathology, social cognition, cooperation and
conflict, and love and sex."
PSY 18 Psychopathology, Dr. Rebecca Shingleton - Tues/Thurs 12:00-1:15 pm
"Introduction to the study of psychological dysfunction. Focuses on abnormal behavior
as it relates to the definition, etiology, and treatment of major symptom domains. This
course will emphasize critical evaluation of the causes and mechanisms of mental illness,
with special attention paid to how these disorders present clinically."
General TA duties: Leading weekly discussion sections, holding office hours, grading
assignments and exams, attending lectures, and attending weekly teaching meetings. Related
duties as outlined by the course instructor. Note that all instruction is expected to take
place in person on the Cambridge campus. Harvard requires proof of COVID vaccination for
anyone with an on-campus presence.
Appointment dates: January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022 (classes run Jan 24-April 27; final
exams through May 14)
Expected time commitment: Average of 7-10 hours per week per section including teaching
time, prep work, grading, office hours
Compensation: Senior rate - $5,675 per section (for those with graduate degrees or 2+
years of graduate coursework); Junior rate - $5,058 per section
Interested candidates should email me
(alexandra_pagano@harvard.edu<mailto:alexandra_pagano@harvard.edu>) a copy of their
resume/CV and a short description of their interest and qualifications to be shared with
course instructors.
Thank you!
Allie
Allie Pagano
Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Psychology | Harvard University
alexandra_pagano@harvard.edu<mailto:alexandra_pagano@harvard.edu> | 617-495-3810
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