Contract Faculty – Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Douglas College

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Contract Faculty – Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Company

Douglas College

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITYPosition InformationLocation Hybrid / New Westminster Campus / Coquitlam Campus
Salary RangeHourly: $52.41 to $114.65 per hour Per Three Credit Course: $7,716.
Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.
The OpportunityYou’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an
environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established
professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative
and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to
inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your
role, you’re doing what you love too!Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us as the
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and shape an educational
journey that inspires our students to find their passion.WHO WE AREDo what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFERWe 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
  • Competitive salaries
  • 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

For more benefits information, !
WHAT IT TAKESThe Department of Criminology, Faculty of Humanities and Social
Sciences, is seeking a contract instructor(s) to teach beginning the
Fall 2025 semester. The department also invites applicants for
placement on a contract list of instructors.The successful applicant(s) must be qualified to teach (QTT) a variety of
courses which must include one or more of the following:

  • CRIM 3390 Crime and Intelligence Analysis
  • LGST 3330 Indigenous Peoples and the Law

Applicants must be available to teach at both the New Westminster and
Coquitlam campuses.Workload is assigned each year based on available sections.Applicants should have demonstrated experience in, and commitment to,
undergraduate teaching.You will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student
progress in College courses. You will plan, organize and manage learning
activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and
maintain quality learner-centered instruction.Applicants will meet the following criteria:Applications of those who seek appointment to teach Criminology courses
(apart from law courses) will be evaluated using the following criteria:

  • 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;

  • Extensive work related experience in the Criminal Justice field is

preferred;

  • Applicants will also demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate

courses across the Criminology curriculum (apart from law courses).

  • Specific to teaching CRIM 3390 – The CRIM 3390 curriculum specifies

the utilization of “computer software for statistical and geographic
analysis of crime patterns”. As a result, faculty teaching the course
must have specific training in both of these areas. This could include,
training in common statistical/database software applications (e.g.,
SPSS or Excel). It must also include training in geographic analysis,
using geographic information system (GIS) software (e.g., ArcGIS).
Evidence of formal GIS training and/or experience is required in order
to be qualified to teach this course.Demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate courses in Criminology.Additional InformationThe Criminology and Legal Studies Department at Douglas College invites applicants for placement on a contract list of instructors.
Posting Number 00688F
Position Type Faculty – Contract
Position Title Contract Faculty – Criminology and Legal Studies Department
Anticipated Start Date 09/01/2025
End Date
Needs a Criminal Records Check NoHow To ApplyOpen Date 05/01/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Important NoteQualified internal applicants must apply by May 15, 2025 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
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EQUITY STATEMENTDouglas 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, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

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Location

New Westminster, BC

Job date

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:35:40 GMT

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