Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (Tenure Track)

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (Tenure Track)

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRFA

Salary Grade

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

About the Faculty of Arts and the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies

The Faculty of Arts houses the following departments: Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies; English, Languages, and Cultures; General Education; Humanities; Interior Design; Psychology; Sociology and Anthropology; and Counselling.

The successful candidate will be a member of the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies (EJPS). The Department of EJPS currently offers a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (BACJ) and a Bachelor of Arts in Policy Studies, as well as minors in Political Science, Economics, International Business and Economics, Finance and Economics, and Law and Governance.

About The Role

Mount Royal University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice, to commence July 1, 2027. The Criminal Justice program at MRU is Alberta’s only four-year Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (BACJ) program; it combines theoretical and practical experience to expand student understanding of criminology as well as the nuances of crime and the criminal justice system.

The successful candidate will join the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor.

While applications for the Teaching-Service (TS) stream may be considered, preference will be given to candidates in the Teaching-Scholarship-Service (TSS) stream.

• TSS Stream (Preferred): Faculty in this stream maintain an active research program alongside teaching and service. The standard teaching load is six 3-credit hour courses per academic year (typically 3 courses in the Fall semester and 3 courses in the Winter semester). Class sizes average between 35–40 students. Research and service opportunities include the supervision of research assistants and Honours students.
• TS Stream: Faculty in this stream focus primarily on teaching excellence and service contributions (typically with an 8-course annual teaching load).
  
  

Qualifications

The successful candidate is expected to hold a credential in psychology, criminology, or a cognate discipline; a PhD or equivalent is preferred.

Core Expertise

• Expertise in mental health and addictions, with the ability to teach courses and build a dedicated research program in this area.
  
  

Assets & Preferences

• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience at the post-secondary level and/or practical experience working in the criminal justice field.
• Experience teaching quantitative methods, trauma-informed care, or youth justice is considered a strong asset.
• Applications are encouraged from candidates with lived experience as an Indigenous person, knowledge of Indigenous content relating to the criminal justice system, and/or those who incorporate Indigenous ways of knowing into their research, scholarship, and teaching.
  
  

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Kari Roberts, Chair of the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies, at kroberts@mtroyal.ca.

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit the following materials using the “Apply to the Job” link below:

• Cover Letter: Describing the candidate’s interest in the position, qualifications, and potential contributions to Mount Royal University.
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Research Portfolio (if applying for the Teaching-Scholarship-Service work pattern), including:
• Statement of research interests/expertise
• Proposed research plan for the upcoming 5-year period
• Sample publication (PDF only - maximum of 1 publication)
• Teaching Portfolio, including:
• Statement of teaching philosophy, interests, and accomplishments (maximum 1,000 words)
• Sample syllabi demonstrating teaching across junior and senior undergraduate levels
• Sample student evaluations and peer/chair teaching evaluations (if available)
  
  

Academic reference letters are not required at the time of application; however, as the competition progresses, candidates may be asked to provide three confidential references.

Closing Date: The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on January 5, 2027. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Please title your .pdf document as follows: (Last Name, First Name), (Requisition Number), (Application).pdf (example: Smith, John, 4143, Dossier.pdf). Ideally please submit ALL documents in one .pdf, or if size limitations require it two .pdf attachments.

Note: Faculty positions are not part of the hybrid work program.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.