Lecturer of Economics
Lecturer of Economics
- 512507
- Denton, Texas, United States
- Faculty
Title: Lecturer of Economics
Employee Classification: Lecturer (Continuing)
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci
Department: UNT-Economics-121500
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.00
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Department of Economics at UNT is located in Denton Texas, 30 miles north of Dallas, Texas, with a population of 158,000. The department is home to multiple baccalaureate degrees (BA, BS, and BBA) and a master's (MS) program. The department is actively involved in educational and research activities designed to produce graduates with the economic background and quantitative skills necessary to succeed in today’s labor market or Ph.D. programs in economics and related subjects. Employers in business, industry, education, and government are in need of employees that can analyze and interpret data. Our graduates are well prepared to meet these needs, and the demand for our students is growing.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The department is seeking to hire an undergraduate teaching lecturer in the department of Economics who will teach 4:4 load and will contribute service to promote the departments mission during the 2026-2027 academic year.
The faculty member with this position will be expected primarily to teach large sections (80-140 students) of principles of microeconomics and principles of macroeconomics. Other teaching assignments will depend on departmental needs and consultation with the faculty member regarding their interests, skills, and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualification is a Master's in economics.
Previous experience teaching principles of economics.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
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