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The Department of Economics at Augsburg University invites applications for present and future adjunct teaching positions. In general, our most frequent needs are for instructors for Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO 112) and Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 113). Classes are offered in the fall and spring semesters, during the day and in person.Responsibilities include grading and teaching the class, regular email access for students, and office hours as needed.

This is a union position, covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU. Pay starts at $4,750 per course.

Augsburg's Economics Department stresses active, experiential learning and is now housed in our newest building, the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion.

Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in economics.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in economics or related field. Experience teaching undergraduates preferred.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts

To apply for this position, upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), and transcripts. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. CVs will be kept on file for possible future openings.

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers:the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work.

Augsburg's commitment to diversity is reflected in the student body: for the past four years, students of color comprised nearly 40 percent of the incoming first-year class. With approximately 1,000 students living on campus, Augsburg engages students in a wide range of co-curricular activities, including NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics. At both undergraduate and graduate levels, students actively engage in international travel and intercultural experiences that broaden their view of the world and deepen their engagement in it.

Augsburg's main campus is located in the vibrant Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, one of the most diverse areas in the Twin Cities. The University of Minnesota West Bank campus and one of the city's largest medical complexes are adjacent to Augsburg; the Mississippi River and the Seven Corners Theatre district are just a few blocks away. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a vibrant branch campus in Rochester, the fastest-growing city in Minnesota, and the headquarters of the Mayo Health System. In addition to these locations, Augsburg owns and operates international sites in Mexico, Guatemala, and Namibia.

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.