The Department of Economics at Queen’s University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates interested in teaching a course in:

As these courses are being offered online, successful candidates will also:

  • have regular access to high-speed internet and a computer that meets current specifications
  • be willing to take an active role in delivering the course and communicating regularly with students
  • be open to learning how to use the new technologies in order to be effective in the virtual environment
  • be flexible in terms of availability, which may include offering online office hours via the web at times outside of the regular 9-5 work week
  • be willing to provide students with timely and constructive feedback on OnQ
  • be comfortable with working in a partnership with Arts and Science Online in the delivery of the course.

The online course is already developed, so teaching duties would primarily consist of assisting in updating those materials, engaging students throughout the course to facilitate their learning and providing effective feedback. Support from Arts and Science Online will be provided to assist in the management of course activities.

Candidates for any of these positions should have a doctorate in Economics and teaching experience at the university level, or equivalent experience, in the appropriate fields. Summer term appointments will be for the period May 1, 2025, to August 31, 2025, with classes in session from May 5, 2025, to July 27, 2025, followed by an examination period.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.  Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool. In order to support your employment at Queen’s, we require you to indicate whether or not you will need a work permit. 

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during this process, please contact: Morgan Wilson, econ.admin@queensu.ca, 613-533-6000 x75041.

The academic staff at Queen's University are governed by the Collective Agreement between the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at Collective Agreements/LoU’s/MoA’s.

Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae, letters of reference from two (2) referees, and any other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration such as a letter of intent, teaching dossier, etc.  Please arrange to have applications and supporting letters emailed directly to:

Morgan Wilson, Department Manager
Department of Economics
Dunning Hall
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario, Canada K7L 3N6
econ.admin@queensu.ca 

Applications will be received until April 23, 2025. Review of applications will commence shortly thereafter, and the final appointment is subject to budgetary approval. Additional information about the Department of Economics can be found at http://www.econ.queensu.ca/.

 

Course Description:  
ECON 111/3.0 Introductory Macroeconomics
An introduction to microeconomic analysis of a modern mixed economy. The course analyzes the behaviour of individual consumers and producers, the determination of market prices for commodities and resources, and the role of government policy in the functioning of the market system.

Exclusions: ECON 110

 

Course Description:  
ECON 223/3.0 Macroeconomic Policy
Current topics in macroeconomic policy which may include: unemployment and policies to reduce it, government budget deficits, supply-side controversies, financial deregulation, policy coordination, and management of exchange rates. Comparison of policies in Canada, the United States, and other OECD countries.
Prerequisites: ECON 110 or ECON 112 or (COMM 171 and COMM 172)