Course Lecturer – ECON 424-001 – Winter 2026

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

Job summary

A prominent university in Canada is seeking a course lecturer for ECON 424-001 International Payments in Winter 2026. Ideal candidates will hold a doctorate in Economics, demonstrate strong teaching abilities, and have specialization relevant to the course. The position offers a salary of $11,479 per course, emphasizing a commitment to equity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level study in Economics; PhD degree or completion of comprehensive examinations required.
• Evidence of highly effective teaching ability and potential for excellence.
• Experience as a teaching assistant is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach ECON 424-001 International Payments course.
• Engage students in topics like balance of payments and global capital markets.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Specialization in Economics

Education

Doctoral degree in Economics

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 424-001 International Payments (3 Credits - CAP 80)
A review of the theory and policy of international financial relations. Topics examined include: the balance of payments; exchange rates; global capital markets; the international monetary system.

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.

Friday 11:35 am-02:25 pm, January 5, 2026 – April 14, 2026. Location: RPHYS 118.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.