ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary:

Colorado Mesa University is seeking applications for a part-time in-person Lecturer of Economics. The ideal candidates would have experience teaching Economics principles courses.

Part-time faculty at CMU are part-time employees who are hired on an as-needed basis. This job ad is to collect applications for qualified lecturers but communication to applicants may be delayed as faculty needs fluctuate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

This position will consist of teaching one to two 3-credit hour courses per semester, starting fall 2026 (mid-August). Courses taught will be primarily the 200-level Principles of Microeconomics and/or Principles of Macroeconomics courses the first semester with options to teach upper-level economics courses in the future depending on experience. In addition, the Lecturer must hold a minimum of two office hours weekly for one course, plus a minimum of one office hour for each additional course, up to a maximum of five office hours per week.

Salary:

$600.00 - $850.00 per credit hour. Adjunct faculty are pair on a per credit hour basis, commensurate with education ad experience.

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Minimum Qualifications Required: 

• Masters degree in Economics or closely-related discipline with at least 18 graduate level credit hours in Economics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD preferred but not required.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

•  Cover letter
•  Resume
•  Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor.  Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
•  Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

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Direct Inquiries Contact: Suzanne Owens-Ott; [email protected]

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.