FPPart-time Faculty, Economics, Online

Adjunct Instructor – Economics

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor – Economics

Work Schedule:

Part-Time, Adjunct (Per Course Appointment)

Work Location:

Online

Reports To:

Department Chair, Accounting and Finance

Position Summary

The Adjunct Instructor of Economics is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction at the undergraduate level and will teach economics courses at the principles level. Adjunct faculty reports to the Department Chair and performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate instruction in Principles level Economics
• Develop and implement course content aligned with established curriculum, student learning outcomes, and assurance of learning (AoL) standards
• Assess and evaluate student performance in a timely and constructive manner
• Maintain accurate academic records in compliance with university policies and procedures
• Support institutional initiatives related to student success, retention, and academic quality
• Participate, as appropriate, in program-level assessment and continuous improvement efforts consistent with college expectations
• Maintain regular and meaningful communication with students and department leadership

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement
• Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Master's degree in economics is minimally required for this position but candidates possessing a Ph.D. will be given preference
• Candidates that have a master's degree with significant professional or academic experience will be given preference

Physical Demands

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and/or via electronic platforms
• Ability to perform essential instructional functions in classroom and/or online environments

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit:

• Apply online to the Northeastern State University Human Resources Employment Website.
• Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or professional resume
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)
• Contact information for three professional references

Institutional Statement

Northeastern State University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Strategic Alignment Note (Internal Use / Optional Posting Language)

• Advancement toward AACSB accreditation
• Strengthening applied and experiential learning opportunities
• Enhancing workforce-aligned education
• Supporting student success and career readiness

Salary $800.00 per credit hour

Anticipated hire date: 8/3/2026

Applications will be accepted until: 6/28/2026

Note:

Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.

Notice to Applicants

It is Northeastern State University's policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Northeastern State University approves alternate work states for Adjunct employees in the following:
Michigan, Texas, Missouri, Georgia, Arkansas and Florida.