Online Course Content Creator - Criminal Law

This position has an initial appointment of 8 months.

Location - This position is mostly remote, but in person meetings may be required

The University of Alberta Faculty of Law is seeking a legally qualified individual to lead the content development for an asynchronous online criminal law course. This course is an important part of a new undergraduate certificate program in Law; the audience is non-JD undergraduate students enrolled at the University of Alberta and those enrolled in the undergraduate certificate program. The course will be a polished, for-credit, optional course that students can complete online with little to no assistance. Course content should remain relevant for a three to five year period.

With the assistance of TAs, the course developer will compile and create all substantive content for the course, including micro-lecture videos, readings, assignments, and quizzes. No graphic design or web design experience is required, as the drafted course content will be provided to a design team to convert into a high quality online format.

This part-time position can be held in conjunction with another professional practice and/or position. The start and end dates for this appointment, and the schedule for weekly hours are negotiable, but the goal is to have the course fully drafted and ready for the design team by the end of June 2027.

Founded in 1912, the Faculty of Law is Western Canada’s oldest law school and a national leader in legal education and scholarship. With approximately 525 JD students and a robust graduate program, it is home to four research groups that provide critical insight and policy expertise: the Wahkohtowin Law Governance Lodge, Health Law Institute, Centre for Constitutional Studies, and Alberta Law Reform Institute.

• Creating all course content, providing it to the online course builders, and working collaboratively to ensure high quality.
• Creating all course assignments and assessments.
• Providing guidance and oversight to teaching assistants (TA’s) who will aid in the content creation.

• The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Hold a JD or LLB degree
• Experience and knowledge in the area of criminal law.
• Experience in any of the following areas will be considered an asset:
• Explaining legal concepts to a layperson audience
• Creating and/or presenting legal or other educational materials
• Developing and/or teaching a course in any discipline
• Working with digital or asynchronous information delivery

Application Instructions

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Law and any graduate transcripts

LAW 205 - Criminal Law will be part of the growing catalogue of online undergraduate (non-JD) courses available through the Faculty of Law. There may be further opportunities for development of additional courses in areas such as Workplace, Corporate, Immigration, Environmental or Intellectual Property law, if the candidate has relevant experience.

For earliest consideration, please submit materials no later than September 10, 2026. Applications should include a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; law and any graduate transcripts. Supplementary materials may be requested from candidates selected for interviews.

Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with Schedule D of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.