CCPD426 VA1 - Qualitative Methods in Criminology (Spring 2026)

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

Job summary

A well-known Canadian University is looking for a Course Instructor for the online course CC/PD426 on Qualitative Methods in Criminology. This position will involve teaching students the essential qualitative research methodologies. A Master’s degree is required, with a preference for a PhD or ABD. Candidates with experience in Criminology or related fields and prior teaching experience will be considered favorably. Applications are required by February 14, 2026, for this Spring semester position.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is required.
• A background in qualitative research is necessary.
• Work experience in the field is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach qualitative research methodologies in Criminology.
• Assist students in developing critical thinking skills for research evaluation.

Education

Master’s Degree

PhD or ABD preferred

Job description

Position Information

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Human & Social Sciences

Department: N/A

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10557

Position Title: Course Instructor: CC/PD426 VA1 – Qualitative Methods in Criminology

Term: Spring 2026 (May 1 - Aug 31)

Days/Times: online

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

Anticipated Class Size: 40

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: January 30, 2026

Posting ends: February 14, 2026

Position Summary

This course examines qualitative research methodologies in Criminology. It is designed to introduce students to epistemological issues that distinguish qualitative from quantitative methodologies and to provide an overview of dimensions of qualitative research methodologies, including research ethics, grounded theorizing, sampling, data collection techniques, and qualitative analysis. The course will assist in the development of the necessary critical thinking skills for critiquing and evaluating existing research on crime and deviance. Topics may include interviews, participant observation, interpretive research, ethnomethodology, historical research, discourse analysis, and feminist methodologies. (Cross-listed as PD426).

Qualifications

Required: Master’s Degree

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 strong background in qualitative research; 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

Salary: $5,621.53

Application Deadline

Application Deadline: February 14, 2026

Application Materials

Submit with Application:

• 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 - Appendix I)
• 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 (Recommended):

• 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

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using the Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1 in the collective agreement. Candidates should review this document and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.

Additional Information

Note: The CAF is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for scoring details. CTF Members may submit a single application to multiple postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) Appendix G. The PCAF is submitted via Qualtrics and is due within 5 days of notification. For large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3. All applications must be submitted online by 23:59 local time of the posting date. Laurier encourages diverse applicants and provides contact information for accessibility and equity inquiries. All course offerings are contingent on adequate student registration and budgetary funding. For more information, visit www.wlu.ca/careers.