Organization's Summary Statement:
The Department of Economics, within the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSOS), is a nationally recognized leader in economic research and education. Our faculty, staff, and students work together to advance scholarship, deliver outstanding instruction, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Description:
The Department of Economics at the University of Maryland, College Park, invites applications for a full-time Lecturer position beginning August 23, 2026. This is a full-time, nine-month (academic year) appointment with an initial one-year contract and the possibility of renewal for three- to five-year terms. The teaching load will be a maximum of three courses per semester. Approximately 90% of the Lecturer’s responsibilities will involve teaching undergraduate courses, with the remaining effort devoted to service activities.
The position will be dedicated to teaching within both the Department of Economics and the interdisciplinary Social Data Science major. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research methods and proficiency in programming languages such as R and Python. Social Data Science courses taught by this lecturer may include “Python Programming for Data Science,” “Data Science for Social Science,” or similar courses. Economics courses may include introductory courses such as “Principles of Microeconomics/Macroeconomics” or “Applied Economic Statistics,” as well as data-oriented courses such as “The Economics of Big Data,” “Using Big Data to Solve Social and Economic Problems,” or similar data-oriented courses developed by the instructor.
Salary is competitive, and there may be opportunities for additional compensation for teaching in winter and summer sessions.
All questions about this position may be addressed to Dr. Erin Moody ( [email protected] ), Director of Undergraduate Studies in Economics or Dr. Brian Kim ( [email protected] ), Director of the Undergraduate Major in Social Data Science.
Minimum Qualifications:
ABD (Ph.D. preferred) in Economics, Data Science, Information Science, or a closely related field and evidence of excellence in teaching, especially in undergraduate education.
Physical Demands:
Spend long hours sitting and using computers. Light lifting of materials and supplies. Walking to class and departmental meetings.
Preferences:
Ph.D. preferred in Economics, Data Science, Information Science, or a closely related field. We strongly encourage applications from those who have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to be effective teachers for our student population with its wide range of backgrounds and experiences, in alignment with the mission of our university.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Required Application Materials:
Application materials should include (a) a cover letter that addresses suitability for the position and summarizes relevant experience; (b) a curriculum vitae; (c) a teaching portfolio including a teaching philosophy statement, syllabi, and student evaluations; (d) names and contact information for three professional references to be contacted after the initial screening of applications.
Best Consideration Date: 03/20/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
