Offer summary

Qualifications:

A master’s degree in sociology or a closely related field., Relevant post-secondary teaching experience is required., Strong communication skills to engage with students effectively., Familiarity with university policies and procedures is essential..

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the assigned course portion.

Available to meet with students outside of official classroom time.

Complete mandatory training requirements as per university guidelines.

Review and adhere to Nipissing University's policies and procedures.

Job description

Course Instructor (Distance) – Sociology 25FW

Date Posted: Monday May 5, 2025

Closing Date: Monday May 19, 2025 (Open Until Filled)

Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Sociology

Salary Range: $6,818.58 CAD + vacation pay per three-credit course

The Faculty of Arts and Science at Nipissing University invites applications from qualified instructors to teach Sociology courses during the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in sociology or closely related field
Relevant post-secondary teaching experience

Duties

Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures

Courses Available

We are hiring for multiple courses, including:

Fall 2025

(September 2, 2025, to December 1, 2025)

SOCI-2006 – The Child and Society
SOCI-2236 – Love, Sex and Intimacy
SOCI-3057 – Population and Society

Winter 2026

(January 5, 2026, to April 7, 2026)

SOCI-2007 – The Adolescent and Society
SOCI-2037 – Sociology of the Family
SOCI-2237 – Human Sexual Behaviour
SOCI-3026 – Work, Employment and Society

View full course list in the academic calendar

How To Apply

Complete the application form and submit the following in a single PDF to as_jobs@nipissingu.ca

📌 Cover letter

📌 Curriculum vitae

📌 Proof of highest level of education

📌 Proof Of Other Qualifications (if Applicable)

📌 Professional letter of reference

📌 Work permit (if applicable)

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.

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