Economics Adjunct Teaching Position Position Available In Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Economics Adjunct Teaching Position
Western Connecticut State University
in Danbury, CT
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Type:

Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary:

Salary competitive

Posted:

06/16/2025

Category:

Economics Western Connecticut State University Macricostas School of Arts & Sciences Economics Adjunct Teaching Position Fall 2025, Spring 2026 & Future Semesters Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for part-time adjunct teaching position in the Economics department for in-person courses for the 2025-2026 academic year. WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community. The Macricostas School of Arts and Sciences is home to ten (10) departments, 17 undergraduate majors and four (4) graduate programs and offers a variety of ways for students to further their education. The Department of Economics offers a B.A. in Economics, as well as a Minor in Economics. Detailed information on the department may be found on www.wcsu.edu/economics/.

Course Descriptions:

The ability to teach Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO 211) and Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 213) is required. Experience in teaching those courses, as well as statistics and upper-division economics courses, is strongly preferred. Course descriptions can be found in https://catalogs.wcsu.edu/ugrad/sas/.

Course Modality:

Candidates must be able to teach in person at the WCSU Westside Campus and Midtown Campus in Danbury, CT.

Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a master’s degree or higher in economics. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in and the ability to teach both macroeconomic and microeconomic principles. Preference will be given to candidates capable of teaching statistics and upper-division economics courses. Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level is strongly preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as evidenced through professional activity and application materials, are required.

Salary & Benefits:

The current minimum starting salary is $2,026 per load credit (or a minimum of $6,078 for a single 3-credit course). Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/. Part-time faculty at WCSU are represented by the American Association of University Professors. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, and a criminal history record check.

Application Process:

Complete applications include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/résumé with references. Applicants with teaching experience are encouraged to submit past syllabi as well. All materials should be sent to Dr. Rotua Lumbantobing, Economics Department Chair, at lumbantobingr@wcsu.edu. In the subject line, please reference “Adjunct Economics.” The application process will remain open until the positions are filled. Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer Western is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Educator/Employer. Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.
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