Course Lecturer – ECON 316-001– Fall 2026

McGill University•Montreal, QC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Economics is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach ECON 316-001, The Underground Economy (3 Credits – CAP 100), in Fall 2026. This course covers the origins, structure, and operation of the "underground" sectors of modern economies worldwide, including topics such as the causes of black marketeering in Western economies, international contraband trade in guns and drugs, and money laundering through the world financial system. The schedule for the course is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08:35 am to 09:55 am, running from August 31, 2026, to December 4, 2026. The location is SADB 1/12. McGill University is an English-language university requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. McGill hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community, welcoming applications from diverse groups and encouraging self-identification. Persons with disabilities can contact [email protected] for accommodations.

Requirements

Doctoral level study in Economics, including completed comprehensive examinations for the PhD, or completed PhD degree in Economics.
Evidence of highly effective teaching ability or of superior communications skills and potential for teaching excellence.
Candidate's area of specialization should be as close as possible to that of the course being offered.
Must be authorized to work in Canada.
Must be willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based/located.
Proficiency in English communication, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a teaching assistant for a course is an asset.

Responsibilities

Teach ECON 316-001, The Underground Economy, in Fall 2026.
Deliver lectures on the origins, structure, and operation of underground economies.
Cover topics including causes of black marketeering, international contraband trade, and money laundering.