Criminology Instructor

Vancouver Island University

VIU’s Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications for temporary employment in the Criminology department. We seek an experienced lecturer to teach one section of CRIM 220 (Research Methods in Criminology) in the Spring semester.

Instruction includes the preparation and delivery of lectures, assessment and evaluation of students, facilitation of students learning, and provision of student support during office hours. The successful candidate will also be expected to apply departmental norms for evaluating student learning in Criminology.

For course descriptions and more information about the Criminology Department

Course details are as follows:
CRIM 220 S25N01 Research Methods in Criminology
Spring 2025 (January-April Term) on Tuesday/Thursday 13:00 – 14:30
Deliver mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo campus

Required Qualifications:

  • A doctoral degree in Criminology (or a related discipline) from an accredited university.
  • Experience teaching research methods courses using innovative teaching practices and technologies.
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence at the undergraduate level.
  • Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle.
Salary Information:
$8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours.

Note:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vancouver Island University is a comprehensive teaching university with over 12,000 students across three campuses. VIU proudly fosters student success, strong community connections and meaningful collaborations by providing access to a wide range of programs, from academic undergraduate and master’s to industry-responsive trades and vocational training.

VIU is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan that takes the worry out of retirement. As part of the VIU campus community, you will work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities. 

The VIU community acknowledges and thanks the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nation on whose traditional lands we teach, learn, research, live and share knowledge.

Join us in making a difference at VIU! Apply today and help shape the future of our students.