Adjunct Faculty, Economics at La Salle University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Position Overview

Position Title	Adjunct Faculty, Economics
Department	211410 - Economics

Position Description/Posting Details

Posting Number	A0166P
Position Summary	La Salle University’s Economics department has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. In Fall 2024, there is a need for an individual to teach Sports Economics. Courses generally taught by adjunct faculty may include: Introduction to Macroeconomics, Labor Economics, Political Economics, and International Economics. These courses are generally offered in person, in both the daytime/evenings. For more information about the Department of Economics, please visit https://www.lasalle.edu/programs/economics/.
Essential Duties	• Prepare meaningful lectures and class activities for the full duration of the published class time for each class period according to academic calendar. • Create a syllabus that meets the Provost’s Syllabus Checklist requirements. • Create assessment activities that support the stated learning outcomes for the course. • Address student questions in a timely and helpful manner. • Use Canvas and other technology to enhance student learning. • Support and follow University policies and procedures. • Attend faculty meetings. • Submit grades and materials for assessment projects on or before stated deadlines. • Communicate student concerns with personnel in the program.
Required Qualifications	• Master’s degree in Economics or closely related field. • Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
Preferred Qualifications	• Ph.D. in field. • Previous experience teaching at the collegiate level. • Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling. * Knowledge in Sports Economics, Entertainment Industry Economics, Healthcare Economics or Labor Economics
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours	• Some classes offered may be in the evenings, on weekends, or online.
Special Instructions to Applicant	La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.

Compensation Information

Position Classification	Part-Time, Semesterly Basis
FLSA Classification	Exempt
Pay Basis	Salary
Position Group	Faculty

Posting Information

Application Open Date	04/19/2024
Application Close Date
Application Open To	Internal and External Applicants

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