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The Opportunity
The Department of Criminology at Saint Mary's University invites applications for an eight month contractually limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence September 1, 2020.
We are seeking a criminologist with a demonstrated capacity to teach courses in areas related to victimology/victims and criminal justice, sexual/gender-based violence, policing, restorative justice and/or quantitiative methods.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as outlined in the Saint Mary's University Collective Agreement: https://smu.ca/about/collective-agreements.html#d.en.45147
What you'll need
Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a PhD (or be ABD and close to the completion of a PhD) in Criminology or a related discipline. Candidates must provide evidence of a strong research record and show promise of a high standard of teaching.
A little bit about us
Saint Mary’s University
Saint Mary's University is one of Canada's top primarily undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada's best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary's provides our more than 6,400 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, Saint Mary's University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Mary's University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a World without limits.
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Applications must consist of the following items only: 1) a cover letter indicating potential teaching areas, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) copies of graduate school transcripts, and 4) the names and contact information for three referees. Please merge these documents into a single PDF file.
Applications are to be submitted online using the CareerBeacon application system. Applicants should visit www.smu.ca/employment, select the position for which they are applying, and click on the 'Apply Online Now' button.
The Department of Criminology will start reviewing applications on 30th April, 2020 and it will continue reviewing them until the position is filled.
Inquires may be directed to Dr. Diane Crocker, Chairperson, Department of Criminology, [email protected]
Saint Mary's University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary's University encourages applications from qualified women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities. All applicants will receive a self-identification form for confidential submission to our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office. In keeping with Citizenship and Immigration Canada requirements, all qualified persons are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The Search Committee encourages applicants to highlight any involvement in enhancing diversity and inclusion in their previous institutional environments.