(Posted April 1, 2026)

The Department of Economics invites applications from suitably qualified candidates interested in teaching positions in the Summer term of 2026, the Fall term of 2026, and the Winter term of 2027. Candidates should be enrolled as Ph.D. students and have completed their comprehensive examinations. This is a tentative list of possible courses available for the above-mentioned semesters. Precisely which courses will depend on availability of full-time faculty members, availability of qualified candidates, and budgetary constraints.

Summer term appointments will be for the period May 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026, with classes in session from May 4, 2026 to July 28, 2026, followed by an examination period.

Fall term appointments will be for the period September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with classes in session from September 8, 2026, to December 8, 2026, followed by an examination period.

Winter term appointments will be for the period January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027, with classes in session from January 4, 2027, to April 5, 2027, followed by an examination period.

Available courses may include:

Enrollments in 100-level courses are usually well above 200; in 200-level courses are generally in the range of 60 to 140, in 300 level courses in the range of 40 to 90, and in 400-level courses in the range of 15 to 60.

For ASO Courses:

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

  • need to 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 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/Aboriginal 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.

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 the interview process, please contact: Morgan Wilson, econ.admin@queensu.ca, 613-533-6000 x75041.

Graduate Teaching Assistants and Teaching Fellows at Queen's University are governed by the Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the University. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, and appointments are subject to funding or enrollment criteria.

Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae, an unofficial copy of your transcript, a letter of reference from one (1) referee, and any other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration (e.g. letter of intent, teaching dossier, experience relevant to the courses, etc.). Please arrange to have applications and supporting letters sent directly to (preferably by email). When submitting your application package, please use the subject line: “2026–27 Teaching Fellow Application – [FULL NAME]”. This will help ensure that your materials are properly sorted and not overlooked.

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

Note: The letter of reference should be sent separately by a qualified referee who is familiar with the applicant's teaching experience.

Applications for Summer ASO courses will be received until April 14, 2026.

Applications for all other courses will be received until May 22, 2026.