Introductory Macroeconomics

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer position for ECON 1100 Introductory Macroeconomics. The assignment is in-person for Winter 2027 with one unit available and the right of first refusal for qualified prior instructors.

The duties include orientation, office hours, student consultations, grading, invigilating exams, and coordination meetings. Masters is required, PhD in progress preferred; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Masters degree related to Economics or a closely related field.
• PhD in progress related to the field is preferred.
• No teaching experience required.
• Strong communication and familiarity with ECON 1100 content.

Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training for new TAs.
• Office hours to assist students.
• Course preparation and planning.
• Student consultation and guidance.
• TA coordination meetings.
• Invigilating exams.
• Grading assignments and exams.

Skills

Communication skills

Familiar with ECON 1100 content

Education

Masters related to field

PhD in progress related to field

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

SL399270-Winter 2027-ECON*1100*03 Introductory Macroeconomics

Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2

Academic Unit

Economics

Semester(s) of Assignment(s)

Winter 2027

Number of Available Work Assignment(s)/Sections

1

Level of Work Assignment(s)

1

Right of First Refusal (RoFR)

A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?

A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course

Yes

Number of Assignments that Carry the Right of First Refusal

1

Course Number

ECON*1100*03

Course Name

Introductory Macroeconomics

Course Format

In-Person

Course Description

See Course Calendar

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• TA Coordination Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Degree

Masters related to field

Prior Teaching Experience

No teaching experience required

Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content

Strong Communication skills. Familiar with ECON 1100 course content.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree

PhD in progress related to field

Research Experience

Quality and or Recent Research activity in related field demonstrating knowledge of current developments in course content.

Quality and or Recent Research activity in areas relevant to the course demonstrating knowledge of current developments in course content.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required

• M: 7:00-9:50 PM

Period of the Work Agreement (Start Date and End Date)

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Friday, October 23, 2026

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus. SL work assignments are unionized with CUPE3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 2 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]). All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.