CC240 VA - Introduction to Cybercrime F26

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Human & Social Sciences 

Department: N/A 

Campus: Other 

Employee Group: WLUFA 

Requisition ID: 10981 

Position Title: Course Instructor: CC240 VA – Introduction to Cybercrime

Term: Fall 2026 (September 7 – December 31)

Days/Times: N/A

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week/36 total

Mode of Delivery: Virtual Asynchronous

Type of Delivery: 

Anticipated Class Size: 100

Additional Course Requirements: None

This course has an in-person exam; the instructor will need to be present for the exam during the exam period.

All virtual asynchronous courses have been pre-developed with course content and syllabi. Scheduled final examinations are expected to be held in-person, and the instructor is required to be present for the administration and proctoring of the exam. Any questions about the in-person examination policy can be directed to the Department Chair.

Posted on: May 22, 2026

Posting ends: June 5, 2026

Position Summary:

This course examines the changing nature of deviance in the online world. Central to its design is the assumption that the internet, particularly the worldwide web, has opened up new realms of social possibility including opportunities for harm and victimization. Students will be introduced to functional definitions of cybercrime, the growing typology of cybercrimes, and socio-legal responses that have developed through the 21st century. Topics will include "traditional" cybercrimes such as spamming, phishing, and fraud as well as the contemporary blurring of the divide between digital and physical crimes, including topics like revenge pornography, cyberbullying, and hacktivism. The course will also critically assess the use of classical and opportunity-based theories of crime as frameworks for interpreting cybercrimes and cybercriminals. This course does not require detailed knowledge about internet technologies.

Qualifications – Required: Master’s Degree

Qualifications - Other: MA in Criminology or a cognate discipline (e.g. sociology/psychology) with a focus on crime or deviance. Work experience in the field is an asset, as is prior teaching experience. MEd/EdD will not be considered to meet the minimum educational requirement without specialized graduate training in crime/deviance. PhD or ABD preferred.

Salary: $10,212.40

Application Deadline: June 5, 2026

Submit with Application:

Required for All Applicants:

• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF - Appendix I)
  • On the CAF, applicants must clearly outline only those qualifications which are relevant for each course for which they have applied and articulate how their work and academic experience enhances their ability to teach each course.

Required for External Applicants:

• Verification of highest degree - Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract. It is highly recommended that applicants include this verification with their application.

• Name and contact information for referees.

Optional:

• Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum of 25 pages in total, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered in the committee’s evaluation of the application).

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. James Popham

Department of Criminology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Brantford, Ontario

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent.  All applicants are assessed using the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement. Candidates should review this document and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application. 

Please Note:

Assessment of your application will be based primarily on the Candidate Application Form (CAF). The Part-time Appointment Committee is only required to review the CAF, Curriculum Vitae, and any specifically referenced pages in a supplemental document(s) to ensure fair assessment of each candidate.

Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.

For Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance, see Article 28.2, and coordination of large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contract Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posted in an alternative format, please contact Faculty Relations at FacultyRelations@wlu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Members of the equity-deserving groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online.

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