Visiting Lecturer of Economics at MARYVILLE COLLEGE

Maryville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Economics, Quantitative Literacy, Statistics, Development Economics, International Trade, Finance, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Data Science, Research Supervision, Curriculum Development, Liberal Arts Education, Graduate Coursework, Undergraduate Teaching, Commitment to Excellence

Industry

Description

Job Details Job Location: Maryville College - Maryville, TN 37804 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree ANNOUNCEMENT OF FACULTY VACANCY Visiting Lecturer of Economics, 2-Year Position The Division of Social Sciences at Maryville College, a selective four-year liberal arts college committed to superior teaching, invites applications for a full-time Visiting Lecturer of Economics position beginning in August 2026. Qualified candidates will have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting, and previous teaching experience is preferred. An M.A. or Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field is required; ABD in the final stages of completion will also be considered. Graduate coursework in math-related fields and experience teaching undergraduate courses is preferred. Teaching responsibilities may include Principles of Economics (combined Macro and Micro), Development Economics, International Trade and Finance, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Quantitative Literacy, and Introductory Statistics. Teaching in Data Science is also a possibility. Supervision of undergraduate senior research projects is expected. Founded in Maryville, Tenn., in 1819, Maryville College is one of the oldest baccalaureate-granting institutions of higher learning in the South. Consistently ranked in the top tier of regional colleges and universities, it offers a curriculum notable for its strong liberal arts core program, undergraduate research requirement and emphasis on career preparation. The Economics program consistently contributes to the Business majors including Management, Finance/Accounting, and Marketing. The College maintains an affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and encourages students, faculty, and staff to grow in wisdom and work for justice. Maryville is ideally situated between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Knoxville, the state’s third largest city, and is within minutes of the major research facilities of Oak Ridge Associated Universities (MC holds associate membership), the University of Tennessee, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The College is also an institutional member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Its historic, 263-acre campus includes a 140-acre multi-use forest. Review of applications will begin on December 10 and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials including a letter of interest addressed to Professor Sharon May, Chair, Social Sciences Division; graduate transcripts (all official transcripts will be required upon hire); a curriculum vitae; and a statement of teaching philosophy should be sent to the email address below. Additionally, three letters of reference (two of which should address teaching experience and/or potential) should be submitted by referees to economics.search@maryvillecollege.edu. Non-Discrimination Statement: Maryville College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a learning community, our members include persons with a variety of interests, backgrounds, beliefs and nationalities which enriches the experience for all. The College embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment free from harassment and discrimination. Maryville College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or political beliefs in the provision of educational opportunities, employment practices or benefits. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Visiting Lecturer will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Economics, including Principles of Economics, Development Economics, and more. Additionally, supervision of undergraduate senior research projects is expected.