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Lee College

Adjunct - Economics Instructor

Baytown, TX · On-site

$34.03 - $51.04/hr

Salary: $34.03 - $51.04 Hourly Location : Main Campus - Baytown, TX Job Type: Part-Time Job Number ... Adjunct faculty must complete the Lee Teaching Online Certification course or provide documentation ...

Hartnell College

Economics, Part-Time Professor

Salinas, CA · On-site

$60.19 - $71.29/hr

Social & Behavioral Sciences, Fine Arts Opening Date: 10/15/2025 Description ECONOMICS, PART-TIME PROFESSOR Hartnell College accepts applications for part-time in-person teaching assignments, hourly ...

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How much do hourly adjunct economics professor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly adjunct economics professor in the United States is $67.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66.83 and $69.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Adjunct Economics Professor vs Part-Time Economics Lecturer?

AspectHourly Adjunct Economics ProfessorPart-Time Economics Lecturer
CredentialsMaster's or Ph.D. in Economics, teaching experience often preferredSimilar credentials, often with a master's or higher
Work EnvironmentCollege or university classrooms, often with office hoursSimilar academic settings, may involve lecture halls or online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, used interchangeably in many casesSame industry, often used synonymously with adjunct roles
Workload & CompensationPaid hourly, limited hours, no benefitsPaid hourly, similar workload, typically no benefits

Both roles involve teaching economics at the college level on a part-time, hourly basis. The main differences are minimal, as both positions require similar credentials and work environments. They are often used interchangeably by institutions and job seekers, with compensation based on hours worked.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Adjunct Economics Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,525 per year, or $67.6 per hour.

Adjunct Professor, Economics

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL • On-site

$972.38/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Posting Details
Posting Number Fac0450P Classification Faculty Position Number Position Title Adjunct Professor, Economics Position Type Adjunct Faculty Status of Position Adjunct Faculty Union Adjunct Position Summary
Prairie State College is seeking an energetic instructor to teach introductory Macroeconomics and Microeconomics at our Chicago Heights, IL campus in Fall 2026. These classes are on-campus during daytime hours. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.
Candidates will be responsible for effectively preparing, teaching, grading, and assessing student learning and collaborating with the Dean and other colleagues to improve the student learning experience. Candidates should also be highly competent in a variety of technology-based programs related to student instruction and be comfortable with teaching in the online setting. 
Reporting Relationship Essential Responsibilities Other Duties and Responsibilities Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Economics or related field, or Master's Degree with 18 hours in Economics.

  • Commitment to the mission of the community college 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience teaching at the community college level is strongly preferred. 

  • Experience teaching online or online teaching credentials is strongly preferred.

  • Experienced user of LMS such as Desire2Learn 
Anticipated Work Hours and Days Salary Adjunct faculty members at PSC are paid by the number of hours they are in the classroom (contact hours). Pay Schedule for new adjunct faculty: $972.38 per credit hour Benefits
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Posting Date 05/05/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted electronically.

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