Visiting Faculty Member | Economics

FLAME University · India

Job Advertisement: Visiting Faculty in Economics

FLAME University, Pune (Maharashtra, India), the pioneer of liberal education in India, invites applications for Visiting Faculty positions in Economics to strengthen the department's undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. These are contractual appointments, renewable at the end of every semester/term of the contract based on performance and institutional requirements

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We are seeking candidates with expertise in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Behavioral Economics, Econometrics, and Research Methods to contribute to both the undergraduate and M.Sc. Programs. Economics programs at introductory, intermediate, and advanced level

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About FLAME Unive

rsity
FLAME's School of Liberal Education fosters intellectual freedom, curiosity, and academic integrity. With a strong interdisciplinary ethos, the school has recognized strengths in Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Policy, Philosophy, Literary and Cultural Studies, Environmental Studies, Computer Science, and Applied Mathem

atics.
Our programs combine rigorous academic training with opportunities for research collaboration, professional networking, and student mentorship. Visiting faculty members will join a vibrant academic environment that values innovative pedagogy and interdisciplinary enga

gement.
Key Responsi

bilities
The successful candidate will be exp

ected to:1. Deliver high-quality, regular, on-campus teaching in one or more of the listed areas across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential, as this is a fully on-campus teaching respon

sibility.2. Prepare and update course outlines, teaching materials, and student assessments in line with departmental requ

irements.3. Adopt innovative, inclusive, and student-centered teaching p

ractices.4. Hold dedicated office hours of at least 3–4 hours per week on campus to address student queries and provide academic

support.5. Remain accessible for official communication via phone and email during working hours for all matters related to departmental and teaching responsi

bilities.
Qual

ifications
• A Master's degree in Economics with at least 55% marks (or equival

ent grade).• NET/SET qualification in Economics conducted by UGC/CSIR, OR exemption from NET in accordance with UGC regulations (i.e., Ph.D. awarded in compliance with

UGC norms).• A Ph.D. in Economics (completed or nearing completion) is strongly

preferred.• Evidence of prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or postgraduate level in one or more of the advertised co

urse areas.• Demonstrated commitment to effective pedagogy and student

engagement.
Why

Join FLAME?
• Opportunity to teach motivated students across undergraduate and postgradu

ate programs.• A liberal education environment that encourages innovative teaching and interdisciplinary c

ollaboration.• Collegial and inclusive academic culture with opportunities to engage in research, conferences,

and outreach.• Located in Pune, one of India's leading educational and c

ultural hubs.
Appli

cation Process
Interested candidates should submit the following documents a

s a single PDF:1. Cover letter describing teaching interests and relevant experience, with mention of the specific course(s) the candidate is best p

laced to teach.2. Curricu

lum Vitae (CV).3. Names and contact details of at least two aca

demic referees.
Applications shou l d be emailed to rajeev.goel@flame.edu.in with the subject line "Application for Visiting Faculty in Economics". Screening of applications will be conducted on a rolling basis until the posit

ions are filled.
For more information on our programs and research ecosyste m, please visit: /

FLAME University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of caste, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or d