Senior Assistant Professor in Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies

Faculty of Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies
Restorative Justice (Legal Studies)
Competition # UOIT08-92

    We invite you to consider joining the University Of Ontario Institute Of Technology’s (UOIT) globally trained faculty as we further our reputation as a leading learning environment that delivers innovative research.

    The Faculty of Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies is accepting applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of senior assistant professor commencing July 1, 2009. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in a relevant social science area, an established record of publication and research grants, and the potential to develop a distinctive research record, teaching experience, and willing to provide service for a developing Faculty and University. Applicants with expertise in the areas of Restorative Justice, Mediation; Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Conflict Resolution, are encouraged to apply. This position is pending budgetary approval.

    UOIT is committed to a technology-enhanced Mobile Learning environment in which every student uses a laptop computer and all faculty members teach using a laptop computer.

    The Faculty of Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies offers an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Justice Studies, Legal Studies, Public and Social Policy and a Masters of Art (MA) in Criminology beginning in 2009. Candidates are encouraged to refer to www.criminologyandjustice.uoit.ca

    Our educational philosophy has a 21st-century vision of teaching and learning that challenges, encourages innovation, and connects faculty, students and community, while respecting the best practices and traditions of Canada’s established universities.

    The members of the Faculty have distinguished national and international reputations as researchers committed to high-quality research. They conduct collaborative research within the faculty, with other faculties, and with other universities and in the local and greater Toronto communities.

    Review of applications will begin on November 1st and will continue until the position is filled. Send electronically a formal letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, an outline of present and future research agenda, and the names of three referees to: careers@uoit.ca. Arrangements to meet candidates in upcoming conferences -including the upcoming American Society of Criminology, in St Louis, Missouri- can be made.

    UOIT is located in a region experiencing one of the highest growth rates both in Canada and globally. UOIT also offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live near one of the most diverse cities in the world, Toronto.

    UOIT is strongly committed to diversity within its community, and welcomes applications from qualified visible minority group members, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further the diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.