Affiliated (Part-Time) Faculty | Cultural Economics | Marlboro Institute for Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies

Emerson College • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Emerson College's Marlboro Institute for Liberal Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies and the Department of Marketing Communication are seeking to fill one section of Cultural Economics (EC204) for the Fall 2026 semester, running from September 2 to December 17, 2026. This course is designed as an introduction to economic thinking for students without prior economics coursework, with a specific focus on its application to art and cultural goods. It satisfies the Social and Psychological Perspective requirement, contributes to the Economics minor, and is a prerequisite for the Business of Creative Enterprises B.A. program. The course meets twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 5:45 PM. The Social and Psychological Perspective component of the curriculum examines the social and/or psychological processes influencing human behavior, emphasizing both individual determinants (personality, values, motives) and social influences (situations, groups, institutions, communities, societies). Student learning outcomes include comparing and contrasting individual and social determinants of behavior, explaining and applying empirical evidence for theoretical frameworks, and applying knowledge of human behavior to self and others. Additionally, the course fulfills a requirement for the Business of Creative Enterprises B.A. degree, which aims to equip students with an understanding of the operating context for creative enterprises, critical and creative thinking skills, an appreciation for the aesthetic world, inclusiveness, the role of vision and innovation, business principles, data-driven decision-making, ethical practices, and professional communication.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• A Ph.D. in a relevant field is strongly preferred.
• Graduate students with ABD status will also be considered.
• Submission of a brief cover letter, a current CV, and teaching evaluations (if available).

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of Cultural Economics (EC204) for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Provide an introduction to economic thinking applied to art and cultural goods.
• Fulfill the Social and Psychological Perspective requirement for students.
• Contribute to the Economics minor.
• Serve as a requirement for the Business of Creative Enterprises B.A. program.
• Facilitate student learning outcomes related to understanding human behavior, theoretical frameworks, and real-world applications.
• Contribute to the Business of Creative Enterprises B.A. program's learning objectives, including understanding the operating context of creative enterprises, developing critical thinking and collaboration skills, appreciating the aesthetic world, practicing inclusiveness, recognizing the role of vision and innovation, demonstrating knowledge of business principles, using data-driven approaches, applying ethical practices, and communicating professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree