Lecturer in Economics-SPS

Position Title Lecturer in Economics-SPS

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Economics. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for 2026-2027 academic year. Note that part-time faculty are assigned for one term at a time.

Benefits

• This position is not benefits eligible.

• Essential Functions

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.

• Design and update course content as needed.

• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

• Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or virtually).

• Adhere to UIW Faculty policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.

• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.

• Maintain contact with the academic affairs team and participate in meetings upon request.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver all instruction online.

• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.

• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

• Required Education

• Graduate Instruction: Doctorate in Economics or closely related field, or Doctorate in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Economics or closely related field.

• Undergraduate Instruction: Master’s Degree in Economics or closely related field, or Master’s Degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Economics or closely related field.

• Required Work Experience

• One (1) year of experience teaching economics or closely related field in a college or university setting. Note that one (1) year of relevant training/teaching experience of adult learners in other settings or one (1) year of relevant industry experience in this field will be considered in lieu of required experience.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the collegiate level.

• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• None specified.

• Work Hours

• Based on course assignment.

• Physical Demands

• Typical for faculty in this discipline.

• Posting Details

• Posting Details

• Posting Number

• UN1067PO

• Number of Vacancies

• 3

• Job Type

• Part Time

• Job Category

• Faculty

• Desired Start Date

• 11/02/2026

• Multi-Hire Pool

• Yes

• Position End Date (if temporary)

• Reports to

• Dean SPS

Salary

$1,250 - $3,500 (based on student count)

Open Date 10/12/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UIW Website

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Indeed

• LinkedIn

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• BlackJobCenter.com

• WomensJobCenter.com

• VeteransConnect.com

• Personal Referral

• Employee Referral

• Other

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(Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have at least a Master’s Degree in Economics or a Master’s Degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in economics?
• No
• Yes, Master’s Degree in Economics
• Yes, Master’s Degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in Economics

This position requires one year of experience teaching economics or closely related field in a college or university setting. Note that one year of relevant training/teaching experience of adult learners in other settings or one year of relevant industry experience in this field will be considered in lieu of required experience. Do you have at least one of the following?

• No
• Yes, 1 year of experience teaching economics or closely related field in college/university setting
• Yes, 1 year of relevant training/teaching experience of adult learners in other settings
• Yes, 1 year of relevant industry experience in this field

How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

• None
• 1 semester
• 1 academic year
• 2 academic years
• 3 academic years
• 4 academic years
• 5 or more academic years