CC/PD426 BR3 - Qualitative Methods in Criminology W27

Wilfrid Laurier University • Brantford, ON

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This course examines qualitative research methodologies in Criminology. It is designed to introduce students to epistemological issues that distinguish qualitative from quantitative methodologies and to provide an overview of dimensions of qualitative research methodologies, including research ethics, grounded theorizing, sampling, data collection techniques, and qualitative analysis. The course will assist in the development of the necessary critical thinking skills for critiquing and evaluating existing research on crime and deviance. Topics may include interviews, participant observation, interpretive research, ethnomethodology, historical research, discourse analysis, and feminist methodologies. (Cross-listed as PD426.)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree
• MA in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a cognate discipline (e.g. sociology / psychology) that is clearly and directly connected to the course content.
• Strong background in qualitative research.
• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins).
• Candidate Application Form (CAF - Appendix I).
• Verification of highest degree (for external applicants).
• Name and contact information for referees (for external applicants).

Nice To Haves

• PhD preferred.
• Work experience in the field is an asset.
• Prior teaching experience.
• Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum of 25 pages in total, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins).

Responsibilities

• Teach Qualitative Methods in Criminology course.
• Develop and deliver lectures.
• Assist students in developing critical thinking skills for critiquing and evaluating research.
• Grade assignments and provide feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level