Assistant Professor

University-of-North-Carolina-At-Chapel-Hil; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in City and Regional Planning. The successful candidate will engage in teaching core courses like Economic Development Techniques and Planning for Jobs, while pursuing an active research agenda and contributing to service within the department and college.

The position emphasizes building an inclusive program with strong quantitative methods, mentoring students, and collaborating across campus

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Planning or related field by the start date (July 1, 2027).
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, and training students; strong research and teaching records.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum with courses in workforce development that attract students.

Responsibilities

• Teach core courses such as Economic Development Techniques (quantitative methods) and Planning for Jobs.
• Develop and maintain an active research program and contribute to department and university service.

Skills

Quantitative methods

Research in economic development

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. in Planning or related field

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department

Department City and Regional Planning - 315600

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/16/2026

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 11/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Faculty

Working Title

Appointment Type

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID FAC0006098

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week 40

FTE

FTE 1

Position Location

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Economies work well when everyone can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. For this to happen, planners need to understand how communities, businesses, workers, institutional actors, technologies and regulatory structures interact within in local economies and wider spheres to create shared prosperity and economic benefits for all. A well-resourced economy is also well positioned to drive new innovations in support of healthier, resilient and more environmentally sustainable communities. The Department of City & Regional Planning has long been a national leader in economic development and has strong connections with public administration and business administration programs within the university. Strong historical connections exist with applied economic centers on campus and economic organizations across the state and beyond, such as NC Growth, the Development Finance Initiative, The World Bank, IADB , WRI , Oxfam, the Ford Foundation, International Economic Development Council, NC Department of Commerce, Self-Help Credit Union, the NC Justice Center, NC Economic Development Association and several local economic development organizations. The department seeks scholars who can nurture and expand these connections. We seek an emerging scholar with strong conceptual and quantitative grounding in economic and workforce development planning. The candidate should have an active research program, ideally but not exclusively, at the intersection of jobs, technological change, organization of work, and innovative institutional structures that shape these processes and are shaped by them. The research should contribute to supporting vibrant, just, and resilient local and regional economies. In addition to research, the candidates are expected to teach core courses in the specialization such as Economic Development Techniques (quantitative methods) and Planning for Jobs among others. They are also expected to contribute to the curriculum by teaching First Year Seminars for undergraduates and developing courses in workforce development that are attractive to students in the department and allied fields.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of City and Regional Planning is an academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department engages in teaching, primarily at the graduate level; conducts applied research on urban and regional issues; and serves the state, nation, and planning profession. The department offers a Masters in City and Regional Planning, a PhD, and an undergraduate minor. In any given year there are about 85 Masters students enrolled, 35 doctoral students and a growing cadre of undergraduates and students enrolled in dual degree programs. The faculty consists of 22 core faculty consisting of tenure-track faculty members and full-time teaching faculty along with part‑time practitioners and researchers all of whom are active in the teaching and research programs of the department. The faculty usually generates over $3.0 million annually through research and training grants.

Position Summary

The tenure‑track Assistant Professor will allocate effort approximately as follows: 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service. The position carries a two‑course teaching load each semester during the fall and spring terms. Teaching assignments will be based on the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs. The position will conduct rigorous research using appropriate methodologies, including a variety of quantitative and/or qualitative methods. The Assistant Professor will conduct service that includes, but is not limited to search committees, review committees and administrative roles within the department and/or College.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. in Planning or related fields. (Ph.D. should be received by the start date of the appointment (July 1, 2027).

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, and training students at all levels and to work with a diverse student body; strong research and teaching records; ability to develop or extend or record of scholarly contributions.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume


• Cover Letter


• Other Document


• List of References


• Writing/research Sample


• Teaching Philosophy/evaluations


• Research Statement

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest degree/degree level?
  
  
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  • PharmaD
  
  
  • DNP
  
  
  • PhD
  
  
  • JD
  
  
  • MLS/MIS
  
  
  • DVM
  
  
  • DDS
  
  
  • MD
  
  
  • Other