Sessional Lecturers
The Law and Society Minor program at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) is accepting applications for a part-time sessional lecturer to teach the following courses:
Winter 2024 Courses, Term 1 & 2:
(September 2024-April 2025)
| Course / Section | Title | Term | Credits | Schedule |
| LASO 204 |
Introduction to Law and Society | 1 | 3 | Tue, Thu 3:30-4:30pm Tutorials are scheduled on Fridays |
| LASO 204 |
Introduction to Law and Society | 2 | 3 | Mon, Wed 1:00-2:00pm Tutorials are scheduled on Fridays |
| LASO 309 |
Against the Law | 2 | 3 | Tue, Thu 3:30-5:00pm |
Course Descriptions
Introduction to Law and Society (LASO 204)
This course is intended to introduce students to ideas, concepts and frameworks for thinking about the nature of law and legal processes in a global and historical—as well as a Canadian–context. The course examines the connections and relationships of law and society using an interdisciplinary approach that draws from scholarship in law, sociology, history, anthropology and political science. The course considers the locus and nature of legal authority, the purpose of law in society, why people should or do obey the law, the relationship of law to morality and between law and society, and differing historical, geographical, and conceptual approaches to law and legality.
Against the Law (LASO 309)
This course covers competing approaches to law and legal authority that shape social inequalities, both historically and in the present. Topics include law as coercion, resistance through the law, and legal forms of redress and restorative justice.
For questions regarding these courses, please contact Dr. Carole Blackburn, blcarole@mail.ubc.ca
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. in related fields in the social sciences and legal studies, and experience in teaching at the college or university level, but applicants without a Ph.D. who are ABD will also be considered. An excellent teaching record based on relevant experience in the subject matter or related courses is required.
Returning Applicants
Those who have taught for the program in the last three years can upload an updated curriculum vitae, course outline, and any available course evaluation summaries.
New Applicants
Applications must include the following documents:
- Brief cover letter outlining your experience for the position
- Curriculum Vitae, which includes a record of experience and a detailed list of all postsecondary courses taught (course name and number, length, credit value, dates, and teaching responsibilities)
- a sample outline for this course (maximum 1 page)
- evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., teaching evaluations, if available)
- names and contact emails of two referees
Applications must be submitted online by May 31, 2024. Please submit all application materials online as pdf files and follow the instructions provided on the application webpage: https://fyip.air.arts.ubc.ca/2024w-sessional-laso/.
All positions are subject to availability of funds and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Lecturers.” The current minimum salary is $ $$ $9,559 per 3-credit course.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Posted on May 3, 2024
Teaching Assistants
The Law and Society Program is accepting applications for teaching assistant positions in Term 1 (September – December 2024) and in Term 2 (January – April 2025):
| Course / Section | Title | Cr. | Schedule |
| LASO 204 101 | Introduction to Law and Society | 3 | Term 1 – Tue/The 3:30 – 4:30pm; tutorials are scheduled on Thursdays/Fridays |
| LASO 204 201 | Introduction to Law and Society | 3 | Term 2 – Mon/Wed/Fri 1:00 – 2:00pm; tutorials are scheduled on Fridays |
| LASO 309 201 | Against the Law | 3 | Term 2 – Tue/Thu 3:30 – 5:00pm |
| LASO 350A 101 | Topics in Law and Society* | 3 | Term 1 – Thur 4:00 – 7:00pm |
The course description can be found at https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/course-descriptions/subject/laso
* “Unruly Oceans: Law, Violence, and Sovereignty at Sea” (2024W)
For questions regarding the course, please contact Dr. Carole Blackburn, Program Chair at blcarole@mail.ubc.ca.
Eligibility
Students must be registered full-time during the term(s) they will serve as teaching assistant and be legally entitled to work in Canada. This course is designated as “in person”; all successful applicants must physically reside in British Columbia for the duration of their appointment as teaching assistant (including during the exam period).
Qualifications:
Advanced course work in social and legal studies related fields.
Responsibilities:
The graduate Teaching Assistant(s) duties may include, attending lectures, leading tutorials, keeping class records, holding regular office hours, marking assignments and exams, assisting in exam invigilation, attending orientation meetings as well as follow-up sessions, where applicable. Duties may also involve preparation and involvement in lectures and tutorials. TAs will work with a faculty member on the course.
All positions are subject to enrollment and funding.
Current salary:
Salary will be in accordance with current negotiated CUPE 2278 rates (as of September 2023):
| Graduate Teaching Assistant I: | $38.99/hour |
| Graduate Teaching Assistant II: | $37.53/hour |
A full-time TA is 192 hours per term
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted online at https://fyip.air.arts.ubc.ca/24w-laso-ta-application/. The application should include:
- A cover letter outlining your preferred courses, academic expertise and relevant experience in the course(s) subject matter (maxim 1 page);
- Current curriculum vitae;
- (If available) sample of teaching evaluations;
- Names and contact information for 2 academic referees
Deadline for applications: Friday, May 31, 2024
All positions are subject to enrolment and funding and are governed by the collective agreement between UBC and CUPE 2278.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Posted on May 3, 2024