Finance and Economics, Department of Finance and Economics - Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty Finance and Economics

Location:

Minot Air Force Base, ND

Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 201):
An introductory study of the macroeconomy. The objective is to apply select macroeconomic theories to real-world situations. Discussion covers economic growth, technological innovation, unemployment, inflation, and the roles of monetary policy and fiscal policy in determining macroeconomic performance.

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

• Master’s degree in Finance or Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Economics / Finance or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• This position is specifically to teach on-site at Minot Air Force Base, ND.

• Terminal degree in Finance or Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Certified Management Accountant certification.

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter, highly preferred.
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.

New faculty members must complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, Fac Dev 411, as a condition of hire.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Hiring Range by Rank and Degree:

• Instructor:
  No Terminal Degree:
  Step 1 $ 806 - Step 11 $ 1,050 per credit hour
• Assistant Adjunct Professor:
  No Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 877 - Step 11 $ 1,127 per credit hour
• Assistant Adjunct Professor:
  Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 1,023 - Step 11 $ 1,288 per credit hour
• Associate Adjunct Professor:
  No Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 947 - Step 11 $ 1,205 per credit hour
• Associate Adjunct Professor:
  Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 1,202 - Step 11 $ 1,483 per credit hour
• Adjunct Professor:
  No Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 1,023 - Step 11 $ 1,288 per credit hour
• Adjunct Professor:
  Terminal Degree Step 1 $ 1,347 - Step 11 $ 1,645 per credit hour

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
  
  Note:
  
  Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

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