Sessional Instructors - Department of Economics - Faculty of Arts - Winter 2025

Competition Number:
102SI24
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Economics - Faculty of Arts
Position:
Sessional Instructors
Contract:
Winter 2025

The Department of Economics has openings for Sessional Instructors to teach the following courses in the Winter Semester of 2025:

2030 INTERMEDIATE MICROECONOMICS I (Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30-9:45am)
The theories of consumer and producer behaviour developed in Economics 1010 are elaborated upon through the application of classical utility and indifference curve and production isoquant approaches. Choice under uncertainty and competitive market outcomes are also examined.

2040 INTERMEDIATE MACROECONOMICS I (Tuesday, 6-8:50pm)
This course explores the national economy in terms of the determination of national output, the general price level, the rate of interest, and employment. It then analyzes the effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policy in achieving specific goals and combination of goals.

These courses are planned for in person teaching but may be converted to online if no suitable candidate is available for in person teaching.

These positions are subject to final budgetary approval. Please note that candidates on the UPEI sessional roster will be considered first.

Candidates should hold a Graduate Degree in Economics or a related discipline. Applications should submit an updated curriculum vitae and the names of two references, electronically, to: 

Dr. Jason Stevens

Chair, Department of Economics

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown PE C1A 4P3

jmstevens@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is November 14, 2024. 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.