Sessional - Faculty -SOCI 2100 & SOCI 3620 in Kamloops, British Columbia at Thompson Rivers University

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Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 0C8, Canada
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Job Description

Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external
Job Type:
Faculty (Sessional)
Posting In effect from
6/11/2026

Closing Application Date:
20/11/2026

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type
Academic/Career(max 24 credits)
Anticipated Start Date
11/1/2027
Position End Date (If Applicable)
28/4/2027
DUTIES

The Department of Environment, Culture and Society (ECS) invites applications for the position of sessional instructor for the winter 2027 semester (Classes from January 11 – April 13), to teach two courses that will be offered at the Kamloops campus. Applicants are invited to apply for both courses or one single course.
• SOCI 2100 Canadian Social Issues
Students engage in a descriptive and analytic survey of features in Canadian society as a basis for understanding current social issues. These features may include demographic characteristics, class structure, race and ethnicity, social policy, regionalism, or other relevant aspects of Canadian society. This course is scheduled Thursdays from 11:30 am to 2:20 pm on campus.
• SOCI 3620 ***Special Topics in Social Problems
This upper-level special topics course offers the opportunity for students to engage in an in-depth examination of a selected area within the discipline of sociology. The specific area will vary according to faculty expertise. Candidates who are invited for an interview for this course, are required to choose and state a specific topic within their area of expertise that allows for an in-depth examination of that topic from a sociological perspective. Some examples of special topics courses that have been taught in the past are: “Sociology of Food,” “Sociology of Punishment,” “Women and Gender Politics,” “Sociology of Risk,” “Relational Sociology,” “Victimology,” “Sociology of Education.” This course is scheduled Wednesdays from 2:30 pm to 5:20 pm on campus.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in Sociology or a related discipline, or applicants with a Masters degree in Sociology and either substantial teaching or relevant professional experience in the course subject area.
In addition, we seek candidates with significant recent academic and/or professional experience in the discipline, a demonstrated commitment to student success, and evidence of excellence in teaching and supporting students in achieving their academic goals.
Preferred candidates will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working with Moodle Learning Management System would be an asset.

Pay Band
$2,732.34 - $2,732.34 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )
Location:
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed:
2

Organizational Unit:
Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Arts -> Environment, Culture & Society

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.

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