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Adjunct Instructor - Economics

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PAOlderPosted April 7, 2026via Duquesne University

The Department of Economics & Finance within the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate Economics courses on a rolling basis. We seek candidates with strong subject-matter expertise and a commitment to excellent teaching and student engagement. Adjunct faculty are expected to bring diverse perspectives and practical experience to the classroom, contributing to the School’s mission of developing sought-after business leaders who possess the ethical character, Spiritan mindset, and solutions-oriented skills needed to be global difference makers. 

Primary Responsibilities

·       Teach assigned courses in the School of Business curriculum (in-person, hybrid, and/or online as applicable).

·       Deliver high-quality instruction using innovative and inclusive pedagogical strategies.

·       Assess student performance through assignments, projects, and exams.

·       Collaborate with full-time faculty to ensure course content aligns with program goals and accreditation standards.

·       Maintain availability for student consultation and support outside of scheduled class time.

·       Be a good citizen of the University and promote the mission of the University.

Qualifications

Qualifications

·       Earned master’s degree in Economics or a closely related discipline.

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

·       Enthusiasm for working with students.

Preferred

·       Earned doctoral degree (PhD) in Economics or a closely related discipline.

·       Minimum of 2–3 years of college/university-level teaching experience.

·       Experience teaching hybrid and/or online courses (for graduate assignments).

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