Regular Probationary Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department

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Position Information

Position Title Regular Probationary Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department Posting Number 00665F Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus 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 End Date 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, 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.
Work Arrangements
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.
What Douglas Offers
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
•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

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The Role
The Criminology and Legal Studies Department at Douglas College is seeking applicants for regular full-time probationary faculty position(s) for Criminology and Legal studies courses for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Responsibilities

•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.
To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need
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:

•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 OR;
•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;
•applicants will also demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate courses across the Criminology curriculum (apart from law courses).
•Demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate courses in Criminology .

Applications of those who seek appointment to teach Legal Studies courses (apart from law courses) will be evaluated using the following criteria:

•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.

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Posting Detail Information

Open Date 12/19/2024 Close Date 01/09/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
This position will remain open until filled. Applicants must submit the following items on-line: - Cover letter - CV/Resume -References with contact information - 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.
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