The Graduate School of Business at Columbia University invites applications for Adjunct Professors of Economics to teach electives during the 2027 Spring term. The position is part-time and non-tenure-track. Please note, our part-time faculty positions are posted based on anticipated need and student enrollment. We are seeking three adjuncts — one for each of the following electives: Economics of High-performing Organizations — topics such as incentives, decision-making, information,…
organizational design, and firm performance, with emphasis on translating economic insights into actionable strategies relevant for managers and executives Economics of Platforms, AI and Tech — topics such as platforms, AI, and the business models employed by tech firms, bringing a rigorous yet practical perspective to real-world business challenges. Economics of Healthcare and/or Pharma — the economics of the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, connecting economic frameworks to real-world business challenges. For each position, candidates must have substantial industry experience applying economic frameworks to real-world business challenges. We are particularly interested in candidates who can bridge economic theory and business practice, and who bring firsthand insight into how organizations operate in complex, real-world environments. Adjunct faculty at CBS play an essential role in delivering rigorous, analytically grounded instruction that connects economic theory to real-world business, financial, and policy contexts. The successful candidate will contribute to CBS’s mission of advancing the understanding and practice of economics in the global economy. Responsibilities Teach at least one course in the MBA program Design and deliver high-quality, engaging class sessions Integrate economic frameworks with real-world business applications Draw on industry experience to enrich classroom discussion Prepare syllabi, assignments, and assessments in accordance with CBS academic standards Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback Hold office hours and actively engage with students Coordinate with CBS faculty and comply with university and school policies Contribute to the intellectual life of the Economics Division Appointment Details Appointment type: Part-time, non-tenure-track Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, consistent with Columbia Business School guidelines Location: On-campus in New York City Required : Terminal degree (PhD preferred) or master?s degree in economics or a closely related field Demonstrated industry experience in a relevant sector. Preferred: Prior teaching experience at the graduate or undergraduate level Commitment to inclusive, high-impact teaching Applicants should submit: Curriculum vitae Cover letter describing teaching experience, research or professional background, and interest in the position, indicating which elective(s) you are applying to teach Teaching statement and/or sample syllabus ( if available, please add to the a dditional documents section) Contact information for 2 references Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Pay Transparency Disclosure The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
