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The Opportunity

Halifax, NS
Education and Training
Experienced
Contract

We are seeking Criminologists with a demonstrated capacity to teach at least one of the following core courses: Introduction to Criminology, Canadian Criminal Justice System, Exploring Criminology, Criminological Theory, Qualitative Methods, or Quantitative Methods. We prefer candidates who can also teach an elective course in one of the following substantive areas: restorative justice, prisons and punishment, policing, youth crime, victims, media and crime, critical criminology, criminal justice policy, or issues relating to gender-based violence.

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.

We're looking for

Core Skills

High standard Research University Teaching PhD

A little bit about us

Saint Mary’s University

Saint Mary's University is one of Canada's top primary 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 7,000 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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Are you interested?

Work With Us

Saint Mary's is a public university with over 7,000 students, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. Our university is committed to serving the local, regional, national and international communities, and integrating such activity as part of the learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Saint Mary's is located in the historic and affordable port city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, a vibrant, urban community of over 350,000 people. Halifax is a major educational centre for Atlantic Canada and is home to five universities. It is conveniently located near to recreational areas and to other major urban centres in Canada and the Northeastern United States.

Applications must consist of the following 8 items only: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching dossier including evidence of teaching effectiveness, 4) a sample syllabus for one core course listed above, 5) a sample syllabus for one elective course in a substantive area listed above, 6) a sample of recent scholarly writing, 7) copies of graduate school transcripts, and 8) the names and contact information for three referees. Please merge these documents into a single PDF file. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2019.

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.

Inquires may be directed to Dr. Jamie Livingston, Acting Chairperson, Department of Criminology: [email protected]