Winter Term 2025/26, Half Term Position – Sociology, Crime and Community St

at  Brandon University

The Department of Sociology at Brandon University invites applications for a half term position in Sociology, in the Crime and Community Stream, for the six-month period of January 1 to June 30, 2026.

The successful candidate shall provide evidence of teaching competence in Sociology, with a concentration in Criminology and/or Criminal Justice. They will be responsible for delivering a total of three courses, ranging from one large first-year introductory course, and two upper-level courses, selected from this list:

• 90.154 Introduction to Sociology
• 90.155 Social Processes and Social Institutions
• 90:256 Restorative Justice
• 56/90:258 Corrections
• 90:264 Police Organization
• 90:279 Community Policing in Canada
• 36/56/90:353 Women in the Criminal Justice System
• 90:358 Social Constructionism and Social Problems
• 56/90:359 Crime, Law and Media
• 56/90:367 Law & Society
• It is expected that these courses will be taught in person. In addition, the successful candidate must have an active research and publishing program, with a concentration in Criminology and/or Criminal Justice.

Qualifications: The preferred qualification for this position is a PhD in Sociology. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the doctorate and are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. ABD applicants nearing completion prior to the start date of the appointment may also be considered.
Start Date: 1 January 2026, or upon the availability of the successful candidate.
Rank and Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application deadline: March 15, 2025, or until the position is filled.

Interested candidates should submit an application package as one single pdf document containing:

• Letter of Application (to include details about candidate’s area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of teaching and research (including course outlines for the three courses selected, and at least one sample publication relevant to this position)
• Name and contact information for three references
• Citizenship/Canadian Immigration Status

Priority consideration will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please submit applications to:
Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Dean of Arts, at SociologySearch@brandonu.ca.
Issued Jan. 24, 2025
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request

• 90.154 Introduction to Sociology
• 90.155 Social Processes and Social Institutions
• 90:256 Restorative Justice
• 56/90:258 Corrections
• 90:264 Police Organization
• 90:279 Community Policing in Canada
• 36/56/90:353 Women in the Criminal Justice System
• 90:358 Social Constructionism and Social Problems
• 56/90:359 Crime, Law and Media
• 56/90:367 Law & Society
• It is expected that these courses will be taught in person. In addition, the successful candidate must have an active research and publishing program, with a concentration in Criminology and/or Criminal Justice