Instructional Assistant Professor or Lecturer - Economics - Creating a Pool

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver benefits

Paid time off

Retirement planning

Job summary

Illinois State University in Normal, IL invites applications for a pool of qualified individuals for non-tenure-track teaching positions in Economics for the 2025-2026 academic year and summer sessions. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses such as principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and introductory statistics, with opportunities to teach applied microeconomics.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree; Ph.D. or ABD in Economics is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or related field required.
• Teaching experience required.
• Demonstrable oral proficiency in English as per state law.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in economics (microeconomics, macroeconomics, introductory statistics, and related applied microeconomics).
• Engage and excite students to major or minor in Economics.
• Non-tenure-track teaching appointments; pool used for anticipated openings.

Skills

Teaching experience

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Economics or related field

Ph.D. or ABD in Economics

Job description

Title: Instructional Assistant Professor or Lecturer - Economics - Creating a Pool Employee Classification: Division Name: Academic Affairs College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Economics Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Department of Economics invites a pool of qualified persons interested in non-tenure-track teaching positions in anticipation of possible openings throughout the 2025-2026 academic year and summer sessions.

The Department emphasizes excellence in innovative instruction and seeks energetic instructors who will excite students to major or minor in Economics.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in various areas, such as principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, introductory statistics, and related applied microeconomics courses. Applicants with expertise and experience in these subdisciplines are encouraged to apply.

Applications are accepted continuously for non-tenure-track positions and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
• Retirementand supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefitsavailable to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paidbenefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Illinois State University: Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Terminal degree (Ph.D.): Starting at $7,000 per month for a full-time appointment (1.0 FTE) commensurate with experience and qualifications; Non-terminal degree (M.A., M.S.): Starting at $5,000 per month for a full time appointment (1.0 FTE) commensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications

1. 1. Master's degree in Economics or related field.
2. 2. Teaching experience.
3. 3. State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

1. 1. Ph.D. or ABD in Economics or a related field.

Work Hours

TBD

Proposed Starting Date

8/16/26

Required Applicant Documents

1. 1. Cover letter summarizing qualifications, teaching interests, and research interests
2. 2. Curriculum vitae including a list of courses taught
3. 3. Reference list (at least three professional references and contact information)
4. 4. A statement of teaching philosophy
5. 5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

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