Adjunct, Economics
The School of Business at Elmhurst University invites applications to join the pool of part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach in the area of Economics,
Position Status: Exempt
Salary Range: The pay range is $3,800-$4,000 for a standard 1.0 credit (4 semester hour) course. New part-time faculty start at $3,800 (Adjunct Level 1).
Work Location: This position is ineligible for remote work.
Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities include Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, and/or upper-level economics courses. Adjunct responsibilities include course preparation, grading, and being available for students outside of the classroom. There is a maximum teaching load of six courses per year.
Other Responsibilities
- Supports the mission, vision, and values of Elmhurst University.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Two (2) years of college teaching experience or equivalent.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
- Master’s degree in economics or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- College-level teaching experience
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
The essential functions of this position are primarily performed in an indoor setting with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is often sedentary in nature and requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods. Required abilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtual communication, using close and distance vision when reading documents or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitive fine motor skills. Work may require occasional lifting, bending, carrying, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 15 pounds. Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations will be considered.
Benefits
An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here.
Instructions to Applicants
Please submit the following materials with application:
- Curriculum vitae;
- Cover letter addressing the listed qualifications;
- Teaching philosophy;
- A list of references including the names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses of two (2) or more professional references.