CC499 VA3 - Contested Issues in the Justice System (Winter 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University; Alberta; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university seeks a Course Instructor for CC499 VA3 – Contested Issues in the Justice System, focusing on critical exploration of criminal justice controversies. Applicants should have a Master's Degree, preferably a PhD or ABD, with relevant teaching experience and expertise in criminology. The position is online and will run during Winter 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field required.
• PhD or ABD preferred, with teaching experience in criminology.
• Work experience in the field is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Explore historical and contemporary criminal justice controversies.
• Analyze competing perspectives and their societal implications.

Skills

Teaching experience

Work experience in criminology

Education

Master’s Degree

PhD or ABD

Job description

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Human & Social Sciences

Department: N/A

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10396

Position Title: Course Instructor: CC499 VA3 – Contested Issues in the Justice System

Term: Winter 2026 (Jan 1 - Apr 30)

Days/Times: ONLINE

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week / 36 total

Anticipated Class Size: 40

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: November 14, 2025

Posting ends: November 21, 2025

Position Summary

This course will critically explore both contemporary and historical examples of criminal justice controversies in Canada. Criminological issues often engender competing arguments including private, public and political debate. Controversies will be fully explored providing for an analysis of competing perspectives and their implications for society. Topics may include: criminalization of prostitution, drugs, gambling, corporate and environmental crime; powers of border security and police; the death penalty, gun control, and racial profiling.

Qualifications – Required

Master’s Degree

Qualifications – Other

MA in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a cognate discipline (e.g., sociology/psychology) that is clearly and directly connected to the course content, and with a focus on crime or deviance; PhD or ABD preferred. Work experience in the field is an asset, as is prior teaching experience. (MEd / EdD will not be considered to meet the minimum educational requirement).

Salary

$5554.87

Application Deadline

November 21, 2025

Submit with Application

Required for All Applicants:

• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF) – On the CAF, applicants must clearly outline only those qualifications which are relevant for each course for which they have applied and articulate how their work and academic experience enhances their ability to teach each course.

Required for External Applicants:

• Verification of highest degree – Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract. It is highly recommended that applicants include this verification with their application.
• Name and contact information for referees.

Optional:

• Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum of 25 pages in total, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application).

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. James Popham
Department of Criminology
Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, Ontario

To Apply

Apply online through the Wilfrid Laurier University careers portal. All application materials must be submitted electronically and received by 23:59 local time of the posting deadline.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity‑deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [e-mail]. Candidates from other equity‑deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [e-mail]. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.

Members of the designated groups must self‑identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system.

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part‑time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.