Job Information
Touro University Economics Adjunct – Lander College for Men in Kew Gardens, New York
Overview
Touro’s Lander College for Men is hiring an Adjunct faculty member who is passionate about teaching Economics to first- and second-year undergraduate students and who wishes to make a lasting impact on their futures. The Adjunct Professor is responsible for course preparation and instruction, the development of instructional materials, student advisement, grading, and assessment. S/he will report to the Chair of the Business Department. Classes are held on our central Queens campus (Kew Gardens Hills) on alternating afternoons.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Teaching undergraduate semester-long courses in Macro- and Micro-Economics, and in Money and Banking.
Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to consult with students concerning course feedback and examination assessment, and academic and career matters.
Preparing course materials including syllabi, examinations, homework assignments, and handouts.
Delivering lectures and creating a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning.
Keeping up-to-date with the numerous goings-on in the field, and integrating new knowledge into the curriculum.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
MS (Economics), M.B.A., or equivalent required.
Minimum 5 years in the field and prior teaching experience required.
Advanced background in Economics education and some real-world practice.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Deep knowledge of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Money and Banking
Ability to assess student performance objectively.
Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues.
Exceptional communication skills by effectively articulating complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point
Maximum Salary
USD $4,000.00/Course
Minimum Salary
USD $3,600.00/Course
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-Kew Gardens
ID 2024-11442
College TUNY - Lander College for Men
Position Type Part-Time
Schedule Shift Varies
Hours Per Week 7.5
Travel None
Category Faculty/Academic
FLSA Status Exempt
Location : Country US