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Economic Empowerment Specialist

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IRC's Economic Empowerment programming focuses on connecting individuals to employment ... Coordinate and lead job readiness workshops aligned with LEP/ES program expectations. * Identify ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for economic psychology in the United States is $53,568.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is economic psychology?

An Economic Psychology job involves studying how psychological factors influence economic decisions, such as consumer behavior, financial decision-making, and market trends. Professionals in this field apply psychological theories to understand spending habits, saving behaviors, and decision-making biases. They often work in academia, market research, financial institutions, or government agencies to improve economic policies and business strategies.

What does an economic psychologist do?

Professionals in Economic Psychology often split their days between data collection, designing or analyzing experiments, and interpreting research findings to understand how psychological factors influence economic decision-making. Daily tasks may also include preparing reports, collaborating with economists, marketers, or policy-makers, and contributing to cross-disciplinary projects. You may spend time conducting surveys, running focus groups, or using statistical tools to identify behavioral patterns. This diverse mix of responsibilities keeps the role dynamic and ensures that your work directly informs policy recommendations, product development, or organizational strategies.

What skills and qualifications are needed for economic psychology?

To thrive in Economic Psychology, you need a robust understanding of both economic theory and psychological principles, often supported by an advanced degree in psychology, economics, or behavioral science. Familiarity with data analysis software such as SPSS, R, or Python is common, and certification in research methods or statistics can be advantageous. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills will help you effectively translate complex behavioral data into actionable insights. These capabilities are crucial for analyzing human behavior in economic contexts and informing policy, business strategy, or consumer research.

What can you do with an economic psychology degree?

An economic psychology degree prepares individuals for careers in market research, consumer behavior analysis, financial consulting, and behavioral economics. Graduates often work in research firms, financial institutions, marketing agencies, or as data analysts, utilizing skills in data analysis, psychology, and economic theory to inform decision-making. Advanced roles may require additional certifications or experience in research methods and statistical tools.
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Infographic showing various Economic Psychology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,568 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

PT Psychology Instructor

Johnston Community College

Smithfield, NC • On-site

$36.92 - $39.45/hr

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Salary: $36.92 - $39.45 Hourly
Location : Main Campus - Smithfield, NC
Job Type: Part Time Faculty
Job Number: PTCTPI-08262026
Department: Instruction
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Recruitment Range: $36.92 - $39.45 Hourly
Description
Summary
Note: This position requires on-campus instruction. Adjunct faculty are professionals with the responsibility of providing a quality learning experience for Johnston Community College students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty report to a dean and/or director and perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The categories listed below constitute the expectations for the adjunct faculty member. These responsibilities will be assessed utilizing student evaluations and classroom observations by the supervisor.
Knowledge & Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide instruction in assigned class(es) in coordination with your Dean and established course model syllabus/syllabi. Provide a high quality learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the college.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each specific duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the specific functions.
  • Ability to demonstrate competence in areas expected to teach
  • Ability to plan, organize and deploy quality college level instruction
  • Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners and to maintain good relationships with staff and students.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement, individual initiative, independent actions within a professional environment.

Specific responsibilities of adjunct curriculum instructors include:
  • Teach assigned classes
  • Create an effective learning environment
  • Meet classes as assigned
  • Present instruction based on the student learning outcomes and performance levels of the course
  • Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students
  • Use teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles
  • Use course text, outlines, syllabi and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and departmental guidelines
  • Assist with maintaining a classroom environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security
  • Participate in communications with the college and department and meet deadlines as required
  • Submit required reports
  • Participate in the college's assessment process, if required
  • Fulfill all contract provisions
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism as a representative of the college

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications
Education Minimum: Master's degree required in Psychology or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Psychology-related coursework.
Preferred: Master's degree required in Psychology or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Psychology-related coursework.
Experience Minimum: One year teaching experience.
Preferred: Two to three years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, preferably at a community college. Specific experience with online instruction and educational technology is preferred. Experience working with the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
Additional Information
Language Skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.

Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to perform basic math computations including adding, subtracting, multiplying and averaging all units of measure.
  • Ability to compute fractions, percentages and decimals.

Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully an individual should be proficient in a Windows environment and have knowledge of email systems, PowerPoint, Blackboard and online lab environments.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • None required

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position does not have benefits.
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DO you have a Master's degree required in Psychology or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Psychology-related coursework?
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Do you have one year teaching experience?
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