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University of Minnesota

2024-25 Lecturer/Teaching Specialist: Department of Economics

University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199


About the Job

The Department of Economics in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota occasionally needs lecturers to teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty or graduate students. Openings of this kind sometimes occur for teaching evening courses as well as day courses. The courses include introductory and survey courses, as well as upper-division courses. Courses to be taught depend on the department's teaching needs. These positions are temporary and part time.This does not constitute a posting for vacancies, but establishes a pool of applicants should openings occur during the 2024/25 academic year. Applicants will be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis during the academic year. Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.Job Duties

Teach undergraduate classes as determined by the department chair and the Director of Undergraduate studies. Oversee teaching assistants and course administration as needed. Provide service to the department as appropriate.Qualifications

LECTURER

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Economics or a closely-related field.Minimum two years' teaching experience at the undergraduate level.Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge in course content area.Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills.Specific teaching need within the department.TEACHING SPECIALIST

Required Qualifications

MA degree or BA/BS degree plus four years of post-baccalaureate education in an advanced degree program in Economics or a closely-related field.Minimum two years' teaching experience at the undergraduate level.Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge in course content area.Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills.Specific teaching need within the department.How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.Applicants must submit the following documents:Cover letter/letter of intentCV or resumeThis position will remain open until filled.To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

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