"Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Real Estate"

The University of San Diego's Knauss School of Business seeks a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to join its dynamic and growing Real Estate program. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in commercial real estate, including areas such as finance and investment, market analysis, asset management, development, capital markets, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate will contribute to the school's mission by delivering high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring students, and engaging in impactful research that enhances the real estate discipline. Prior experience in teaching graduate-level courses and collaborating with the real estate industry is preferred. The Knauss School of Business values innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration and seeks a faculty member who will enrich the program's academic and professional reputation.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements: The successful candidate will hold a PhD (or be ABD and near completion) in Real Estate or a related field from an AACSB-accredited program prior to the start of the appointment. They are expected to maintain a record of scholarly achievement in field-specific, peer-reviewed outlets and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and service in a liberal arts environment.

Posting Salary: BB Positions $11,713.75 - $20,833.33/month; Excellent Benefits. The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer at www.sandiego.edu/hr/benefits/.

Special Application Instructions: To apply, click the 'Apply Now' and ensure all applicable sections are completed. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom and begin in late 2025. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, but the application process will be open until the position is filled. All applicants must submit the following: 1. Cover letter, 2. Curriculum vitae, 3. Teaching statement, 4. Teaching evaluations, 5. Research statement, 6. Research sample. Contact: Charles Tu, tuc@sandiego.edu, (619) 260-5942.

About the Knauss School of Business: The Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego is dedicated to developing socially responsible leaders through values-based education, innovative research, and a global mindset. Guided by a vision to lead business stewardship in improving the quality of life on earth for all, the Knauss School embraces a stewardship approach. The School offers academically rigorous and relevant programs that are AACSB accredited.

About the Real Estate Program: The Real Estate program at USD was established in the early 1990s and has since evolved into a dynamic and highly regarded program. We offer a Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) degree, along with both a major and a minor in real estate at the undergraduate level. The program is supported by the Burham-Moores Center for Real Estate (BMC).

University Description: The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty.