Course Lecturer – ECON 219-001 – Winter 2026

McGill University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recognized academic institution is seeking a course lecturer for ECON 219-001 Current Economic Problems starting in Winter 2026. The ideal candidate must have a PhD or doctoral level study in Economics and demonstrate effective teaching ability. Salary for the position is $11,479 per course. Applications are encouraged from diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• Completed comprehensive examinations for the PhD.
• Experience as a teaching assistant is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach ECON 219-001 Current Economic Problems.
• Prepare course material and assessments.

Skills

Highly effective teaching ability

Superior communication skills

Specialization in Economics

Education

Doctoral level study in Economics or PhD

Job description

The Department of Economics is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach in Winter 2026. Please include your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae and if applicable a copy of your Study/Work Permit. A brief course outline is optional.

ECON 219-001 Current Economic Problems: Topics (3 Credits - CAP 330)
This course will deal with topical issues of importance to the Canadian economy.

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

• Doctoral level study in Economics, including completed comprehensive examinations for the PhD, or completed PhD degree in Economics;

• Evidence of highly effective teaching ability or of superior communications skills and potential for teaching excellence;

• The candidate's area of specialization should be as close as possible to that of the course being offered;

• Experience as a teaching assistant for a course is an asset.

Tuesday and Thursday 10:05 am-11:25 am, January 5, 2026 – April 14, 2026. Location: STBIO S1/4.

Salary: $11,479 per course.

For any questions, please contact Judy Dear, Area Manager, Human Resources & Operations.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit: Department of Economics

Course Title: Current Economic Problems: Topics

Subject Code: ECON 219 001

Location: STBIO S1/4

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 10:05 am-11:25 am

Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-15

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].