Overview
Department of Sociology
In accordance with article 6.2.2 (Notification of Courses) of the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, applications are invited for the following courses, to be offered during the following sessions:
Fall 2026
SOC 129 Sociology of Gender and Society
WF 8:30 – 9:59
This course critically examines the ways gender informs the social world in which we live. It explores how we experience gender in the world around us; considers how we develop our gendered identities; explores the workings of the institutions that shape our gendered lives, and leads to an understanding the relationship between gender and the social structures.
SOC 219 Sociology of the Body
MW 17:30-18:59
Notions of the body as the cultural representation of our contemporary “embodied” selves will be explored. This course will uncover the strategies of social, political and economic forces as theses problematize the body and seek to control, manipulate, and alter behaviour.
SOC 322 Urban Sociology
MW 17:30-18:59h
Theories of urban growth and development; comparative analysis of cities and their problems. Prerequisites: SOC
101 and SOC 110
SOC 331 Deviance II
TUTH 8:30-9:59h
Selected topics such as drugs, homosexuality, prostitution and juvenile delinquency will be discussed. Prerequisite: SOC 208. SOC 230 recommended.
Winter 2027
SOC 110 Research Methodology
TBD
Sociological research will be dealt with in its quantitative and qualitative orientations. Students will be introduced to techniques of conceptualization, hypothesis formulation, and operationalization. This course is required of all Sociology Majors and Honours students.
SOC 245 Racialization and Ethnicity
TBD
The purpose of this course is to explore the ethnic and racial diversity of Canada’s plural and multicultural society. It critically assesses justifications of racism and of gendered racialization with knowledge of such processes and other harmful historical constructions.
The courses will be allotted in accordance with the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, including the applicable rules for seniority.
Contract faculty members who have seniority points may simply submit a letter of interest via e-mail. Other candidates should submit full applications by e-mail (covering letter, curriculum vitae, and any other materials required to demonstrate that they have the necessary expertise to teach the course) to socchair@ubishops.ca, by June 26, 2026.
Remuneration is $9560.92, with travel and marking expenses provided where appropriate.
Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Bishop’s University implements an equal access employment program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies and welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We will provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact humanresources@ubishops.ca.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Bishop’s University is located in the beautiful Eastern Townships just southeast of Montréal, on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. Meeting and working in this privileged location is a constant reminder of the need for continued conversations about the importance of decolonization and reconciliation, not just as abstract concepts, but as difficult ongoing processes to be worked on.
To apply for this job email your details to socchair@ubishops.ca.