Lecturer in Economics

Position Title

Lecturer in Economics

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

The Department of Economics invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Economics within the H-E-B School of Business and Administration. This faculty position will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated discipline as needed during the  academic year.

This position is not benefits eligible.

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to deliver instruction primarily in-person with ability to teach online as needed;
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach evening sections as needed;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

• Master’s Degree in Economics or Master’s Degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in economics is required to teach undergraduate classes.
• Doctorate Degree in Economics is required to teach graduate courses.

One (1) year professional experience within the field of economics, finance or business.

Teaching experience in this field in higher education.

None specified.

Based on course assignment.

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

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Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Faculty

Desired Start Date

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Dean,

Salary Dean, H.E.B. School of Business and Administration

Open Date

08/27/2026

Close Date

03/30/2027

Open Until Filled

No

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated discipline as needed during the  academic year.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to…