Lecturer of Economics (Spring 2026 semester)

Department

About the University

Established in 1965 Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later the University continues to serve over 16000 of Colorados extraordinary and diverse students providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado MSU Denver is a model university for todays college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable flexible and holistic education MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees and career and life success.

About the Department of Economics

The Department of Economics at MSU Denver provides students with a valuable economic education through diverse courses and opportunities. Our teaching-focused faculty are committed to meeting students interests and career goals through classroom instruction reading and discussion colloquia events and internships. While prioritizing teaching our faculty also actively engage in research publishing on a wide range of policy-relevant topics including immigration national defense foreign policy marijuana legalization environmental economics and institutional mechanisms to improve womens welfare.

Position Summary

The AACSB-accredited College of Business at Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position in the Department of Economics for the Spring 2026 semester only. Preferred candidates will have teaching interests and experiences in teaching Principles of Microeconomics and Principles of Macroeconomics

Qualified candidates who possess a commitment to excellence in teaching student advising professional development/scholarship intellectual contributions and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the position include a commitment to excellence in:

• Teaching: teaching assignments may include in person and/or online courses
• Student advising
• The successful candidate must have the ability to work with a diverse student body to increase student retention and success and perform duties related to student recruitment

Required Qualifications

PhD in Economics or ABD in Economics

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Economics with evidence of teaching excellence and a record of recent refereed publications
• Teaching interests and experiences in Principles of Microeconomics and Principles of Macroeconomics

Salary for Announcement

This position is for the spring 2026 semester only.

The annual salary range for this faculty position is $85000 - $92000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity education experience specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical dental retirement tuition benefit free RTD pass and more. For a brief overview of these options please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

To apply complete an application online through our career site and search for JR104782.

A complete application includes the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications and teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three references

Due to volume of applications received only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover letter section of the application. A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded; you may combine all documents into one pdf file if needed.

Deadline

Priority given to applications received through December 7 2025 at 11:59 PM MST. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Posting Representative Email

Benefits

The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.