Instructor - Economics

Job Title

Instructor - Economics

Agency

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Department

Management & Economics - MGEC

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience ” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.) ” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents :

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

SUMMARY:

The Department of Management and Economics at Texas A&M University-Commerce invites applications for a non-tenure-track Instructor position in Economics for the 2024-2025 academic year. A Master’s degree in Economics or related field with a minimum of 18 graduate level hours in Economics is required. The successful applicant should have a strong interest or demonstrated experience in teaching economics.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate courses at different times, locations, and modalities (in person and online).
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students
• Ensure and stimulate student learning and engagement in and outside the classroom
• Assist students with networking and building relationships with industry professionals
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to implement departmental programs
• Provide service to the department, college, university, public schools, and community

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Master’s degree in Economics or a closely related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate level hours in Economics
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills; Commitment to high quality teaching; interpersonal skills to collaborate with a team of professionals

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• PhD. in Economics or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

DESIRED QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCES:

• Experience or high potential in and/or professional development
• Experience in online course delivery
• Experience or high potential in teaching in an active learning environment and with innovative teaching strategies
• Prior professional work experience in the field of economics
• Professional credentials
• Experience or high potential in mentoring and advising undergraduate students
• Experience or high potential in fostering a sense of belonging for all students, including traditionally underserved populations such as those in the northeast Texas region
• Experience or high potential in recruitment and/or retention of undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Collegiality, humility, and welcoming of feedback

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.