Faculty Opening

University of the Fraser Valley
School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Abbotsford, BC, Canada

Posting          2011.151
Position         Faculty, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Status            Three (3) Faculty Positions, 100% full time, Permanent
Start              August 1, 2012
Review Date  November 30, 2011

Located in beautiful Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada (just outside of Vancouver), the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice invites applications for three (3) full-time faculty positions to begin August 1, 2012 (subject to budgetary approval). The three positions are in Criminological Theory, a Student Success Specialist, and a Generalist.

Located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, the University of the Fraser Valley, with over 16,000 students pursuing more than 100 programs, including two master’s degrees, 15 bachelor’s degrees, majors, minors and extended minors in more than 30 subject areas, and more than a dozen trades and technology programs, is committed to teaching excellence. UFV is a multi-campus institution and according to the Globe and Mail’s annual Canadian University Report was at the top of the list in the small universities category, earning an A grade in most satisfied students, quality of education, and teaching, and an A+ in student-faculty interaction and class size. UFV is also committed to indigenization of the institution.

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice has approximately 400 program students and offers a B.A. degree in Criminal Justice and Canada’s only Master of Arts in Criminal Justice.

Criminological Theory
A PhD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline is preferred, but ABD by the starting date is required. Evidence of quality teaching and research, and a demonstrated ability to teach core curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor and supervise students, and help fulfil a broad range of school and university commitments are also required. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated expertise in teaching both introductory and advanced courses in criminological theory.

Student Success Specialist
A PhD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline is preferred, but applicants with an MA will be considered. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated record of excellent teaching at the undergraduate university level, with experience in teaching academic and professional development and problem management courses, the ability to mentor and supervise students, promote University engagement and student success, and help fulfil a broad range of school and university service commitments. The successful candidate will be required to teach Crim 129: Academic and Professional Development and Crim 265: Problem Management Skills for Criminal Justice Interventions in addition to other undergraduate courses across the curriculum.

Generalist
A PhD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline is preferred, but ABD by the starting date is required. Evidence of quality teaching and research, and a demonstrated ability to teach core curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise and supervise students, and help fulfil a broad range of school and university commitments are also required. The area(s) of specialization are open.

Candidates should submit curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy; research agenda; official transcripts of all graduate level work, and three letters of reference. Applications, citing Posting 2011.151, should be sent to:

Employee Services
University of the Fraser Valley
33844 King Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 7M8
Tel: (604) 854-4554
Fax: (604) 854-1538
Website: www.ufv.ca
Email resumes to: erinfo@ufv.ca

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on November 30, 2011; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Please visit the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice’s website at http://www.ufv.ca/criminology for information about the School, our program, faculty and staff, and research centres.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.