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Department of Economics
Faculty of Arts
McGill University
Winter 2026 Course Lecturer Position
Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2025
The Department of Economics is inviting applications for a course lecturer position to teach in Winter 2026. 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 225-001 Economics of the Environment (3 Credits - CAP 300)
A study of the application of economic theory to questions of environmental policy. Particular attention will be given to the measurement and regulation of pollution, congestion and waste and other environmental aspects of specific economies.
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.
Wednesday and Friday 10:05 am-11:25 am, January 5, 2026 - April 14, 2026. Location: STBIO S1/4.
Salary: $11,479 per course.
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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: Economics of the Environment
Subject Code: ECON 225 001
Location: STBIO S1/4
Schedule: Wednesday and Friday 10:05 am-11:25 am
Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-15
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