Full or Associate Professor of Real Estate & Urban Land Economics

University of Wisconsin Madison; Brantford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a senior academic leader for tenure-track positions in Real Estate & Urban Land Economics. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on real estate finance or household finance, contributing to a prestigious program known for its academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaborations. This role offers the opportunity to shape future leaders in the field while engaging in meaningful research and teaching. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the university fosters a welcoming environment for all backgrounds, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about education and research.

Benefits

Generous benefits

Retirement benefits

Competitive insurances

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-quality research with publications in top-tier journals.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and academic credentials for tenure.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a strong program of research.
• Provide classroom and individual instruction for students.
• Participate in interdisciplinary efforts with other departments.

Skills

Research Excellence

Teaching Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

PhD in Economics

PhD in Finance

PhD in Real Estate

Job description

Job Summary:

The Department of Real Estate & Urban Land Economics at the Wisconsin School of Business invites applications for tenure-track and tenured positions (Associate or Full Professor) beginning in August 2025.

We are seeking a senior academic leader whose expertise will focus on real estate finance or household finance. The successful candidate will hold a tenure home in the Department of Real Estate & Urban Land Economics while engaging in interdisciplinary collaborations with other departments, schools, and colleges across the University.

The Department of Real Estate & Urban Land Economics at UW-Madison is home to one of the oldest and most prestigious undergraduate real estate programs in the world, consistently ranked as the top program in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report. Established in 1925, the program offers undergraduate, MBA, MS, and Ph.D. degrees, and is renowned for its breadth and academic excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Create and maintain a strong program of research.
- Provide classroom and individual instruction for undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking students.
- Contribute to the intellectual and academic life of the department, school, and university, as appropriate.
- Participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other departments, schools and colleges
- University and community service will be expected as appropriate.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
PhD in economics, finance, real estate, or related field required by start date.

Qualifications:

Candidates will have demonstrated high-quality research with publications in top-tier journals and have shown evidence of teaching excellence, and academic credentials to qualify for a tenured appointment at UW-Madison.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Anticipated Begin Date:

AUGUST 18, 2025

Salary:

Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
The employee in this position can expect to receive generous benefits such as competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

Additional Information:

Diversity and inclusion are primary values for the Wisconsin School of Business and are integral to achieving our strategic goals. Our school is committed to continuously increasing the cultural competence of its staff and faculty members through school-wide forums and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply:

The deadline for assuring full consideration is November 24, 2024. However, the position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Please complete the online application. We ask you to submit three documents:
1. Cover letter
2. Detailed curriculum vitae that includes a complete list of publications
3. One document containing a research statement, teaching statement, and/or at least one recent publication or working paper.

All materials must be submitted electronically in pdf format.

Finalists will be asked to provide names of three references who are well-respected authorities in the field during the final steps of the hiring process. The hiring unit will notify finalists prior to any communication with these references

NOTE:
- Unless confidentiality is requested in your online application, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality
- Electronic submissions are required

Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/

Contact:

Dan Bonazza
[e-mail]
608-263-1189
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Professor(FA020) or Associate Professor(FA030)

Department(s):

A12-WISCONSIN SCH OF BUSINESS/REAL ESTATE & ULE

Employment Class:

Faculty

Job Number:

307432-FA

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

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Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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