Assistant Lecturer, Economics - 499973
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to the stable academic environment and opportunity to teach at the undergraduate level, but limited in terms of salary and advancement.
- Stable academic position at University of Toledo
- Engage with students both online and in person
- Moderate salary and career growth potential
- Ideal for candidates with a passion for teaching
Pros
- Engagement with diverse student populations
- Flexibility in teaching both in-person and online
- Opportunity to influence up-and-coming economists
Cons
- Lower academic salaries compared to industry roles
- Potentially limited future career mobility without a PhD
- High competition for academic positions
Who it's for
Early to Mid-Career • In-person / Hybrid
Good fit
- Individuals with a master's in Economics
- New educators seeking to build their teaching resume
- Professionals wanting to contribute to academia
Not recommended for
- Candidates looking for high salary positions
- Those unwilling to engage heavily in teaching
- People seeking rapid career advancement
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Title: Assistant Lecturer, Economics
Department Org: Economics - 101330
Employee Classification: F5
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The Department of Economics at the University of Toledo invites applications for a lecturer position beginning Fall 2026. The lecturer is expected to teach a mix of face-to-face and online courses during the Fall and Spring semesters. The successful candidate shall have a background in Economics or related field and shall teach principles of macroeconomics and microeconomics and upper-level undergraduate economics courses. The specific assignment of upper-level courses shall depend on the department needs in intermediate economic theory courses, applied economic courses and econometrics, as well as the candidate's training and teaching experience.
Please include a current CV and recent teaching evaluations.
For questions, please contact Dr. Onur Sapci, Onur.Sapci@UToledo.edu
For information about the department, please visit our website at https://www.utoledo.edu/jhc/economics/
Position open until filled.
Position starts on August 24, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications:
An MA in Economics or related field is required. Candidate must demonstrate the capacity for high-quality instruction and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience beyond the principles level preferred.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
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