Criminology jobs in Canada

This position will remain open until filled. Applicants must submit the following items on-line:

1. Cover letter
2. CV/Resume
3. References with contact information
4. Official transcripts and/or original credentials are required at time of interview.

This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of February 1, 2025. Douglas College is committed to being a workplace that is free of discrimination, that values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.

Position Title: Regular Probationary Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Posting Number: 00665F

Location: Douglas College

Grade or Pay Level: In accordance with the current Collective Agreement

Salary Range: In accordance with the current Collective Agreement

Position Type: Faculty - Regular

Posting Type: Internal/External

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Posting Category: Faculty

Start Date: 08/16/2025

Equity Statement: Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity.

The Criminology and Legal Studies Department at Douglas College invites applicants to apply for full-time Regular Probationary Faculty position(s) for Criminology and for Legal Studies courses. Workload is assigned each academic year based on available sections. This position may involve teaching on two campuses and may involve evening teaching.

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

• Applicants should have demonstrated experience in, and commitment to, undergraduate teaching.
• The successful candidate will instruct students, facilitate learning, and evaluate student progress in College courses.
• The successful candidate will plan, organize, and manage learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners, and provide learner-centered instruction.
• The successful candidate will participate in Department meetings, committees, and other department initiatives.

For Criminology courses:

• an MA in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with thesis) from a Canadian university, or an MA in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with thesis) and demonstrated experience or research/publication in the Canadian criminal justice system is required
• PhD in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with dissertation) from a Canadian university, or a PhD in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with dissertation) and demonstrated experience or research/publication in the Canadian criminal justice system is preferred
• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in relevant field, with an anticipated completion date no later than the end of the 2-year probationary period.
• Relevant work related experience in the Criminal Justice field is preferred.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate courses across the Criminology curriculum (apart from law courses).

For Legal Studies courses:

• an LLB /JD degree from a Canadian, American or other Commonwealth university common law program is required
• current or past membership in a Canadian Law Society is required
• legal practice experience is required
• demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate Criminology and/or Legal Studies courses is preferred
• relevant professional experience in or relating to the Canadian criminal justice system is preferred
• an LLM (with thesis) or Doctorate (with dissertation) in Law from a Canadian, American or other Commonwealth university common law program is preferred.
• Applicants should specifically and clearly note in their applications how they meet each of the listed criteria.

Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

Open Date: 12/19/2024

Close Date: 01/09/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

This position will remain open until filled. Applicants must submit the following items on-line:

1. Cover letter
2. CV/Resume
3. References with contact information
4. Official transcripts and/or original credentials are required at time of interview.

This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of February 1, 2025. Douglas College is committed to being a workplace that is free of discrimination, that values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.