Criminological Theory

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph invites applications for Teaching Assistants, Graduate Service Assistants and Sessional Lecturers for Winter 2027 in Sociological Theory (SOC*2700). The posting outlines in-person duties, multiple load levels, and expectations for grading and student interaction.

Applicants must be enrolled in a master's or doctoral program and hold a BA in Sociology or Criminology or a related field. These appointments are unionized under CUPE 3913 Unit 1, with duties including orientation,

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program.
• BA in Sociology or Criminology or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orientation and Training.
• Office Hours.
• Preparation and grading of assignments.
• Student consultation and meetings.
• Invigilating exams.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain professional communication with instructor and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD student

BA in Sociology/Criminology or related field

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA400197- Winter 2027-SOC*2700 Criminological Theory

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Sociology and Anthropology

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period:

Yes

Course Number:

SOC*2700

Course Name:

Criminological Theory

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

330

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

Yes

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:

2

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available:

2

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

Orientation-Training

Office Hours

Preparation

Student Consultation

Meetings

Invigilating Exams

Grading

Other Duties Described:

Accurate and consistent grading of written work to be completed within 2 weeks, with constructive feedback as needed.Prompt and professional communication with instructor and students.Respond to student queries as required.Monitor online discussion board according to schedule determined by course instructor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program, must have completed a BA in Sociology, Criminology or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Completed a BA in Criminology or a related field.Genuine enthusiasm for theory and theorizing.Interpersonal and/or communication skills.Providing timely and accurate evaluation of student assignments aligning with marking rubric/scheme.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

See WebAdvisor.

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

Hiring Contact Information:

Graduate Program AssistantDepartment of Sociology and Anthropology

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.

Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).

The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.