Hybrid Visiting Professor of Economics
About The Position
DeVry University is seeking an industry professional to teach economics and share professional knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks at the San Diego Campus. Face-to-face instruction is blended with technology, including online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with University requirements, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques that support course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development. DeVry University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to University needs and discretion.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree and 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
- Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
- Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
- Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.
- Requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.
Responsibilities
- Develop and provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus using the local campus template and including terminal course objectives.
- Organize, prepare, regularly revise, and update course materials.
- Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare courses and make them accessible to students.
- Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves learning.
- Set clear course expectations by publishing terminal objectives, assignment and examination dates, and the weighting of evaluation categories.
- Ensure exam content and difficulty correspond to course terminal objectives.
- Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide timely feedback to students.
- Integrate the responsible use of AI technologies in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning.
- Recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) and Roth Plan
- Paid Tuition Program
- Remote and Flex Work Options
- Paid Sick Time
- Technology Stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
