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Unlock Your Potential at Capilano University’s Faculty of Arts & Science.

At Capilano University’s Faculty of Arts, we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and creating a dynamic community of educators. Joining our team means being part of a vibrant and forward-thinking academic environment that is deeply rooted in our core values of excellence, creativity, and respect.

We’re redefining the academic model to provide an education that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. Our vision is centered on learning by doing, seamlessly integrating theory and practice, fostering a strong connection with the environment, nurturing collaborative leadership, and embracing a synergistic model of education with a student-centered approach. We take pride in our commitment to scholarly teaching.

As we look ahead to our exciting journey of Envisioning 2030, we are redefining what it means to work and thrive in academia. Our vision is to empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Here, you will experience a workplace that encourages you to push the boundaries of your capabilities, all while embracing our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

The Department of Sociology and Criminology seeks to fill at least two Non-Regular Part-Time positions for our July-August condensed 7-week semester. The successful candidate will be able to teach one or two of the following courses:

This is a condensed semester starting July 2 and ending August 20. Classes meet twice a week for three hours at a time (six hours a week total). Each class is capped at 35 students. As this is a condensed semester we are looking for candidates to teach one or two of the three courses listed, though applications for all courses are welcome.

As a member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences in the School of Social Sciences, you will be instrumental in helping learners to approach issues of crime, deviance, and social control from a critical perspective. The successful candidates will show a strong commitment to mentoring students from a wide range of backgrounds.

Successful applicants will be passionate about teaching and will help us continue to build exceptional experiences for our student community. Opportunities for research are growing as we expand support under the office of Creative Activity, Research, and Scholarship. You will work with a team of talented faculty members, an engaged community and an impactful executive team.

Minimum:

Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Criminology or equivalent

Preferred:

Applicants with a PhD in Criminology or equivalent is preferred

We are a joint Sociology and Criminology Department, and as such we are always looking for instructors who have the potential to teach in both disciplines.

We are committed to diversifying and supporting our teaching faculty. Letters of application should address the candidate’s philosophy of undergraduate teaching as well as their ability to foster an equitable and inclusive community within the University. We actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as any of the following: Indigenous, racialized, and/or Black.