Department of Economics

Faculty of Arts

McGill University

Winter 2027 Course Lecturer Position

Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2026

The Department of Economics is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach in Winter 2027. Please include your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae and if applicable a copy of your Study/Work Permit. A brief course outline is optional.

ECON 326-001 Ecological Economics (3 Credits CAP 73)

Macroeconomic and structural aspects of the ecological crisis. A course in which subjects discussed include the conflict between economic growth and the laws of thermodynamics; the search for alternative economic indicators; the fossil fuels crisis; and "green'' fiscal policy.

Teaching Qualification 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;
The candidate's area of specialization should be as close as possible to that of the course being offered;
Experience as a teaching assistant for a course is an asset.

Monday and Wednesday 11:35 am-12:55 pm, January 5, 2027 April 14, 2027. Location: RPHYS 114.

Salary:

$11,824 per course.

For any questions, please contact Judy Dear, Area Manager, Human Resources & Operations.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit:

Department of Economics

Course Title:

Ecological Economics

Subject Code:

ECON 326 001

Location:

RPHYS 114

Schedule:

Monday and Wednesday 11:35 am-12:55 pm

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-15

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .