Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Economics
Date Available: January 6, 2025
FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)
Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)
Position Summary: The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty Member to teach the following courses:
Economics 101: Principles of MicroeconomicsEconomics 102: Principles of MacroeconomicsBoth courses are required for all business majors and economics majors. All courses are offered in-person. The ideal candidate will be based in the Chicagoland area to work with students in a face-to-face environment. The adjunct faculty member may work with senior economic faculty to examine current teaching materials, cases, and software specific to this course.
Responsibilities: Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:
Adhering to university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university officesAdministering student evaluations, timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluationsGrading weekly assignments, responding to student emails and phone calls promptly, and providing feedback in a timely mannerPreparing course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to subject matterMeeting with students in-person and hosting office hoursAdhering to the goals and objectives of the course, including delivery of assessments to the Department Chair and senior faculty in EconomicsRequired Qualifications: Minimum of a Master's degree in EconomicsPreferred Qualifications: PhD or ABD with an emphasis in EconomicsAt least 2 years of demonstrated teaching experience (experience with Canvas Learning Management System preferred)Excellent oral and written communication skillsTo Apply: Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement specific to economics.
Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary. Offers will be pending a background screening.
A background screening is required.
EEO Statement: Dominican University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to the goal of building an equity-centered faculty and staff committed to teaching, working, and learning in a multicultural environment. Dominican University believes that justice, equity, and inclusion are critical to our growth and development and seeks to recruit, develop, and retain from a diverse pool of applicants who bring varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. If you need accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at ******** for assistance.
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