University of Oregon

Department: Lundquist College of Business

Rank: Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, Professor of Practice

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

September 22, 2025; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, complete applications must include the following along with the online application:

• A cover letter highlighting how your knowledge, skills, and experience qualify you for the requirements, competencies, and, if applicable, preferred qualifications outlined in the job announcement.
• A resume of your professional work experience, education, and applicable certifications.

The online application includes the name and contact information of at least three professional references. The candidate will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Department Summary

The Department of Finance, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon seeks to fill one faculty position at Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Professor of Practice of Real Estate. We seek someone with the ability to teach various applied real estate courses, including but not limited to real estate finance, real estate investment analysis, real estate development, commercial real estate, real estate valuation methods, and real estate market analysis. Our preference is to find an individual who has significant prior experience working in the real estate industry.

This is a 9-month instructional contract. Summer opportunities may be available.

Position Summary

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to teach up to eight graduate or undergraduate courses, primarily focused on commercial real estate. These might include topics like finance, investment, and development. If you're involved in research or take on additional responsibilities, there's flexibility to adjust your course load accordingly, with support from the department head and Senior Associate Dean.

Beyond teaching, you'll be part of a vibrant academic community. About 20% of your time will be dedicated to service activities—this could mean joining departmental or university committees, contributing to professional organizations, or mentoring student groups like our Real Estate Investment Group. We also value strong connections with the real estate industry, and you may serve as a liaison to help bridge academia and practice.

While research isn't a formal requirement for this position, we deeply appreciate a passion for field-based research in real estate. If that’s something you’re excited about, your work will be welcomed and supported.

Professional development is also a key part of this role. Staying current in the field and attending relevant conferences will help you grow and bring fresh insights into the classroom.

You'll also play an important role in advising both undergraduate and graduate students, supporting them through office hours, project guidance, and one-on-one mentorship.

Minimum Requirements

To quality for an Assistant Teaching Professor position

• Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in real estate, construction, or business-related discipline
• Experience teaching quantitative courses, as demonstrated by prior teaching expertise, teaching evaluations, or teaching demonstration

For appointment at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor, candidates must also demonstrate they have six years of teaching experience post-receipt of a master’s degree. The additional teaching experience does not guarantee appointment at the Associate Teaching Professor rank.

To qualify for a Professor of Practice, candidates must also demonstrate they

• Have a substantial basis of experience equal to a tenured professor (normally a minimum of 12 years) and a national/international reputation for excellence reflected in a record of significant accomplishments
• Have a profile of accumulated professional accomplishments fully congruent with the rank of professor
• Have a rich and extensive background in a field and discipline relevant to the school, college, or unit of appointment at the University of Oregon, and
• Can serve as a liaison between the professional field and the University of Oregon.

Professional Competencies

• Proficient with Google, Microsoft Office Suite, and Zoom platform
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to effectively utilize technology
• Adaptability to new teaching methods and alteration in course materials as needed
• Strong interpersonal skills (live online and video) and approachability
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
• Strong presentation and teaching skills
• Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in Real Estate
• Real Estate License, State required experience, and/or education to qualify as an Assistant Teaching Professor
• Experience teaching at both undergraduate and graduate level

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

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