Visiting Instructor of Decision SciencesEconomics

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The Department of Decision Sciences and Economics at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) invites applications for a full-time 9-month non-tenure track Visiting Instructor of Decision Sciences/Economics beginning Fall 2026. This is a teaching-focused appointment with a meaningful opportunity to contribute to applied economic research and regional engagement through the South Texas Economic Development Center (STEDC). The successful candidate will support undergraduate and/or graduate instruction in Business Economics or related business disciplines while contributing to policy-relevant community-centered research aligned with the Colleges mission. This position will be located at the Corpus Christi campus.

We seek a candidate who holds a masters degree or higher in Economics Business Administration Public Administration or a closely related field and who demonstrates both teaching ability and strong organizational and communication skills. The standard teaching load is 2 courses per semester reflecting a course release of up to 3 courses per semester to support STEDC activities contingent on assigned responsibilities and available funding. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses and may involve a combination of in-person online and hybrid course delivery.

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Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation renowned faculty and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus nearby natural wetlands a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Business Economics or related business disciplines maintaining high-quality instruction and active student engagement.

• Support STEDC applied economic research including economic impact analysis project coordination preparation of reports and presentations and engagement with regional partners and stakeholders.

• Assist with project budgeting purchasing documentation grant and contract-related activities and outreach and dissemination of research findings.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Economics Business Administration Public Administration or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) institution.

• Advanced ABD candidates will be considered; the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching ability or instructional experience along with strong organizational and written communication skills.

• Experience with institutional budgeting processes grant and contract administration or applied research support.

• Experience in project management program coordination or operational support in an academic government or nonprofit setting.

• Experience with data analysis visualization or reporting tools (e.g. Excel Tableau Python or R).

• Familiarity with economic modeling tools such as IMPLAN or willingness to learn.

TO APPLY: required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position

A completed application will include:

• Cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in both the teaching and STEDC support dimensions of the position.

• Curriculum Vitae.

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness if available (e.g. course evaluations sample syllabi or a brief teaching statement).

• Three professional references including name address title telephone number and email addresses.

• Unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework.

Up to $7222.23 Approx. Monthly (Up to $65000 Approximately annual)

Application deadline: Sunday June 7th 2026

Position start date: Fall 2026

For questions about the position Dr. Ahmed Kamara Department Chair Decision Sciences and Economics Department at

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27 2026.

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