Faculty Opening

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

Re-Posting     2010.105
Position         Faculty, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Status            Faculty, 100% full time, Permanent
Start              August 1, 2011 (subject to budgetary approval)
Review Date  April 1, 2011

Located in beautiful Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada (just outside of Vancouver), the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice invites applications for one full-time faculty position to begin August 1, 2011.

The University of the Fraser Valley is the school of choice for 16,000 students annually pursuing more than 80 degree, diploma and certificate programs. Our commitment to teaching excellence is supported by small class sizes, support for active research and scholarship, and a friendly supportive environment open to collaboration and innovation. According to the Globe and Mail’s 2010 Canadian University Report, UFV is 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.

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.

A PhD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline 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 fulfill a broad range of school and university commitments are also required. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated expertise in Crime Prevention and/or Aboriginal/multi-cultural issues.

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 Re-Posting 2010.105, 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

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on April 1, 2011; however, the position will remain open until filled.

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.