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LA Salle University
Adjunct Faculty, Economics
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What they do
An Economics Professor teaches foundational economics ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the economics curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
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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. There may be 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.