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LIMITED-TERM POSITION, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY, 25/26

Brandon University

Publiée: June 11, 2025

Brandon University is a leader in providing high quality education in arts, sciences, education, music, and health studies. Based in southwestern Manitoba, Brandon University also offers pre-professional and Masters programs, as well as innovative and award-winning outreach programs in a personalized learning environment.

LIMITED-TERM POSITION, SOCIOLOGY, 25/26

The Department of Sociology invites applications for a 12-month limited-term position to begin on August 15, 2025. The successful applicant will teach five courses in the Crime and Community Stream, for a total of 15 credit hours, including:
• 90.156, Fall Term (Introduction to Crime and Community)
• 90.257, Fall Term (Sociology of Deviant Behaviour)
• 90.367/467, Winter Term (Theories of Deviant Behaviour)
Plus
• One course at the 300 level in deviance and crime (Winter 2026)
• One course at the 400 level in deviance and crime (Fall 2025) in the candidate’s expertise (any of 487 Critical Sociology, or 491 Advanced Theory or Methods, or 499 Special Topics): calendar.fm

The essential qualification is a PhD in Sociology or Criminology, and applicants who are ABD may also be considered. Applicants seeking to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the doctorate degree are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee for more information on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. Applicants must demonstrate the expertise to teach in Deviance and Crime, and teaching experience in the area of Deviance and Crime, as well as Theories of Deviant Behaviour will be considered an asset.

The successful candidate will join a department with supportive colleagues that are actively working towards equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization in their research and teaching programs. The candidate will have opportunities to develop their career and have access to a Professional Development Allowance. Additionally, multiple professional mentorship opportunities are available to the successful candidate. Willingness to participate collegially in service to the department, university, and the community that it serves will be expected.

Start Date: 15 August, 2025 or upon the availability of the successful candidate.
Rank and Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application deadline: 4 July, 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 and at least one sample publication relevant to this position)
• Syllabi for 90.156 (Introduction to Crime and Community); 90.257 (Sociology of Deviant Behaviour), and 90.367/467 (Theories of Deviant Behaviour)
• Name and contact information for three references
• Citizenship/Canadian Immigration Status

Internal Applicants: Qualified internal applicants are invited to apply. Internal applicants are current full-time or part-time Brandon University Faculty Association (BUFA) Members, Contract Academic Staff who hold RFR in one (1) or more courses in the Department of Sociology, or the spouse/partner of a current full-time or part-time BUFA Member on a regular appointment. Internal applicants are required to identify as such in their letter of application.

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.


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. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation 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.