Lecturer In Economics

Lecturer In Economics

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Department
Economics

Position Summary

The AACSB-accredited College of Business at Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a full-time non tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Economics to begin Fall 2026.

Preferred candidates will have teaching interests and experience in several of the following areas: Macroeconomics, Money and Banking, Business and Economic Forecasting, Econometrics, U.S. Economic History, and Public Finance. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience teaching macroeconomics, money and banking, and/or business and economic forecasting, including online delivery.

Qualified candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, student advising, professional development, intellectual contributions, and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate economics courses, including possible online and hybrid assignments.
• Advise and support students in ways that promote retention, engagement, and academic success.
• Contribute positively to the department, the College of Business, and the broader university community.
• Perform other duties consistent with the role.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in working with a diverse student body and supporting student success in undergraduate economics education.

Required Qualifications

• MA/MS in Economics or a closely related field
• Teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: Macroeconomics, Money and Banking, Business and Economic Forecasting, Econometrics, U.S. Economic History, and Public Finance

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or a closely related field
• Evidence of teaching excellence and ongoing scholarly or professional engagement
• Teaching interests and experience in several of the following areas: Macroeconomics, Money and Banking, Business and Economic Forecasting, Econometrics, U.S. Economic History, and Public Finance
• Experience developing and teaching Macroeconomics, Business and Economic Forecasting, Econometrics, and/or related courses in online or hybrid formats, ideally using software such as STATA, R, and/or Python

Salary for Announcement

The annual salary range for this faculty position is $85,000 - $92,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more.

Instructions to Apply

To apply, complete an application online through our career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR105121.

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please attach the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications and teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three references

Due to volume of applications received, only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.

Deadline

Applications accepted until position is filled; priority given to applications received through April 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST.

Closing Date
Open Until Filled