"Tenure-Track Position in Sociology (Crime and Community)"

The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position. The successful applicant will support the Crime and Community stream of our program and must be prepared to teach from the first-year level (e.g. Intro to Crime and Community) to senior undergraduate seminars.

The essential qualification is a PhD in Sociology and/or Criminology, and applicants who are ABD and close to completion may also be considered. Applicants seeking to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the doctorate degree are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee for more information on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. Applicants must demonstrate the expertise to teach in this field and must have an active research agenda. Specific expertise in Critical Race Theory, Queer Theory, and Restorative or Transformative Justice would be considered an asset.

The successful candidate will join a department with supportive colleagues that are actively working towards equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization in their research and teaching programs. The candidate will have opportunities to develop their career and have access to a Professional Development Allowance. Additionally, multiple professional mentorship opportunities are available to the successful candidate. Willingness to participate collegially in service to the department, university, and the community that it serves will be expected.

Expected Start Date: 1 August, 2026.

Rank and Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience Application deadline: 31 January, 2026 or until the position is filled Interested candidates should submit an application package as one single pdf document containing:

• Letter of Application (to include details about candidate’s area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of teaching and research (including course outlines and at least one sample publication relevant to this position)
• Name and contact information for three references
• Citizenship/Canadian Immigration Status

Priority consideration will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please submit applications to Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Dean of Arts, at SociologySearch@brandonu.ca.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.