Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Economics (25-26)

Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Economics (25-26)

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Posting Details

Job ID : 168022

Rank : Instructor / Professional Lecturer

College / School : Chicago, IL - Driehaus College of Business

Position Description :

The Department of Economics at DePaul University invites applications for one non-renewable, six-month, non-tenure track faculty position beginning January 2026. This full-time six-month appointment will be from January - June 2026.

We seek candidates with a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate courses, particularly in introductory macroeconomics and business analytics.

Responsibilities include teaching three in-person 10-week classes in both the winter and spring quarters, holding regular office hours, and participating in general department activities.

Located in the center of Chicago's downtown, DePaul's Driehaus College of Business immerses students in one of the world's great business centers to provide transformative, hands-on educational experiences. Enrolling over 5,400 students, Driehaus's undergraduate and graduate programs are highly ranked and nationally recognized. Founded in 1912, Driehaus was among the first 10 business colleges in the United States and the first at an American Catholic university. The Driehaus mission is to empower students to become socially responsible leaders who make an impact in their communities. Guided by our Catholic and Vincentian values and aided by our deep roots in the City of Chicago, we deliver a cutting-edge business education, generate pathbreaking research, and collaborate closely with our community and industry partners to drive positive social outcomes. Visit https : / / business.depaul.edu / Pages / default.aspx

Qualifications :

• A PhD in economics is preferred, but candidates with master's degrees will be considered.
• Candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching will be given priority.
• Industry experience is a plus.

Application Instructions :

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of past teaching performance. We will be evaluating applicants on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

General Compensation / Benefits Statement

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here : https : / / offices.depaul.edu / human-resources / benefits / Pages / default.aspx.

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information : The salary range for this 10-month position is $72,700 - $112,750, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

C.V.(1)

Cover Letter(1)

Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)

Student evaluations(1)