Vanderbilt University

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The Department of Economics at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Senior Lecturer position to begin August 16, 2026. A successful candidate will have a PhD. in Economics awarded no later than August 1, 2026, and a strong desire to teach undergraduate courses in core areas of economics as well as the ability to offer elective courses in their fields of interest. The standard course load will be six courses per year and would likely include multiple sections of some courses. The initial term of appointment will be for one to three years with the possibility of renewal contingent upon performance review and curricular need. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Vanderbilt stresses excellence in teaching for non-tenure-track faculty in its undergraduate programs. The position will remain open until filled.

To apply, please submit CV, sample research paper, statement of teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, including student course evaluations, if available, and three confidential letters of recommendation. Interested applicants should submit their applications via Interfolio at this link https://apply.interfolio.com/175161 We will commence reviewing applications on a rolling basis starting January 1, 2026.

Vanderbilt University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.