Part-Time Faculty, Economics and Finance

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University seeks Part-Time Faculty to teach economics and finance at the Richmond Campus. Courses may include Economic Reasoning and Issues and Essentials of Finance.

Candidates should hold a master's in economics or finance; a doctorate is preferred for graduate courses. Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours; applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application.

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in economics or finance from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching an undergraduate business course is desired.
• Doctoral degree for graduate level teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned at times and locations to meet EKU student needs.
• Prepare and present course materials, assess student work and provide feedback.

Skills

Economics

Finance

Teaching

Education

Master's degree in economics or finance

PhD preferred for graduate courses

Job description

Title: Part-Time Faculty, Economics and Finance

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 22R000 - College of Business

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Retirement: None

Contact Person: Jim Blair

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in economics and finance. Courses may include but are not limited to: Economic Reasoning and Issues and Essentials of Finance.

To be considered to teach graduate level courses, applicants should hold an earned a doctorate degree from an AACSB-accredited school or closely related field to economics and finance.

To be considered to teach undergraduate level courses, applicants should hold an earned a master’s degree or higher from an AACSB-accredited school or closely related field to economics and finance.

Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in economics or finance or related field from an accredited institution at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching an undergraduate business course is desired.

Job Duties

• 100% - Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions

• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 27 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 27 Jan 2027 Eastern Standard Time