The NYU School of Professional Studies seeks a Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor of Real Estate for the Schack Institute of Real Estate, effective Fall 2025. (The rank of the position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.) This search seeks a candidate with expertise in impact development, impact investment, regional or city planning, double-bottom-line development, public-private partnerships, and/or urban economic development. However, qualifications from other fields in real estate development will be considered.

The Schack Institute of Real Estate is actively seeking candidates who are distinguished academics and/or professionals with exceptional experience in Commercial Real Estate Development in the private sector (either privately held or publicly traded), the public sector, ESG, and/or the impact space. Successful candidates must have the ability to teach courses in one or more of the following areas:  introduction to real estate, public/private development, urban economic development, land use, planning, market analysis, affordable housing, impact development, sustainable development, development process, asset management, sustainability, green building, urban economics, city planning, comparative international real estate development, green infrastructure and decarbonization, and global real estate markets.  Candidates with industry experience in one or more areas mentioned above will be prioritized. It is preferred that all candidates have some proficiency in financial underwriting, portfolio management, asset management, or capital markets, though pure planners will also be considered. 

Reporting to the Associate Dean of the Schack Institute of Real Estate, the successful candidate will work closely with the Academic Director to implement the vision to expand Schack?s real estate programs and initiatives and increase its profile and visibility locally, nationally, and internationally.

A successful candidate will (i) teach within either the graduate and undergraduate programs and may also teach within corporate & executive education programs; (ii) develop courses; (iii) advise students; (iv) collaborate with other faculty and industry partners; and (v) engage with the broader academic and industry communities, as appropriate.  A successful candidate will be further expected to demonstrate commitment and dedication to the Schack Institute, SPS, and the University to strengthen shared governance and advance SPS?s mission.  All clinical faculty are dedicated to teaching, student advising, and various kinds of scholarly work, creative production, and professional activity, which may include research, outside professional service on committees, or in administrative or advisory roles.  Additionally, ideal candidates will have experience working with a diverse base of professionals and/or teaching a diverse population of students.  This full-time position begins with a two-year renewable faculty appointment.

In compliance with NYC?s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $135,000.  New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate?s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

The Schack Institute of Real Estate

The Schack Institute of Real Estate was founded in 1967 by Larry Silverstein and the leadership of the New York City real estate community. They encouraged NYU to establish an academic center that would provide a world-class education for industry professionals. More than 50 years later, the Schack Institute of Real Estate is at the forefront of real estate education and is recognized globally as one of the world?s leading centers of real estate research and pedagogy.  The Schack Institute of Real Estate is among the largest and most prestigious educational institutions in the world dedicated to the real estate, real estate development, and construction industries, with over 200 students enrolled in its top-ranked Bachelor of Science degree and 500 students enrolled in its three Master of Science degrees, including the M.S.in Real Estate and the M.S.in Real Estate Development.  In addition to these degree programs, the Schack Institute of Real Estate has over 800 students enrolled across ten continuing education certificate programs and open-enrollment professional studies courses. 

NYU School of Professional Studies

Founded in 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) offers a broad range of degree and noncredit programs that are professionally oriented, integrate theory with real-world practice, and are taught by faculty members who are leaders and innovators in their fields. The School plays a critical role in workforce development in emerging and evolving sectors of industry in New York City and around the globe including: real estate; marketing and PR; technology and project management; global affairs; hospitality, travel, and tourism; human capital management; sports business; communications/media; publishing; professional writing; translation; and the arts, among others. NYU SPS has grown to become the third-largest graduate school of NYU, attracting students from around the world. The School also serves the undergraduate market with traditional, four-year degrees in real estate, hotel, and tourism management, and sports management in addition to programs for post-traditional students. Working professionals and adult learners can enhance their careers and/or enrich their intellect through more than 1,500 continuing education courses, certificates, and diploma programs, as well as through world-renowned industry conferences, seminars, and events. NYU SPS is committed to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and access throughout the School. 

The ideal candidate will (i) hold an advanced degree (terminal in their field or discipline), preferably in real estate development, business administration, construction, city/regional planning, urban economics, finance, hospitality, law, or a related field; (ii) have a significant industry and/or academic track record; (iii) have at least three years of academic experience and effectiveness in higher education.  Candidates should provide evidence of initiative in curricular development, demonstrate an ability or potential ability to engage in meaningful service or administrative work and supply evidence of promise in scholarly work.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Writing samples, Syllabi (optional), two letters of recommendation, Teaching Evaluations (optional), Research Abstract (optional), and Publications (optional).  The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

To apply go to:  http://apply.interfolio.com/163809.  For best consideration, please submit materials before the April 1, 2025, priority deadline.  The search will continue until the ideal candidate is identified.  (Note: applications will still be considered after the priority deadline.)

NYU appreciates all applications but can only respond to qualified candidates selected for advancement in the interview process.

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