Environmental Planning & Resilience - Assistant Professor

1000scholars; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University seeks an Assistant Professor in environmental planning and climate resilience, land use planning, or housing and community development. Candidates should employ qualitative, community-engaged, applied research to inform practice.

The position is part of BU’s cluster hire in Livable and Resilient Cities, spanning multiple disciplines to advance healthier, more equitable cities and strengthen urban scholarship.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in City Planning and Urban Affairs or related field.
• Active external funding to support research program.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, education, and mentorship.
• Ability to lead independent research and engage in collaborations with service commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent research program within urban affairs.
• Engage in collaborative research across disciplines.
• Teach and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Provide rank-appropriate service to department, university, and profession.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching & mentoring

Grant/funding acquisition

Collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent degree in City Planning and Urban Affairs or related field

Job description

Boston University seeks an Assistant Professor in environmental planning and climate resilience, land use planning, or housing and community development. Candidates should employ qualitative, community-engaged, applied research to inform practice.

The position is part of BU’s cluster hire in Livable and Resilient Cities, spanning multiple disciplines to advance healthier, more equitable cities and strengthen urban scholarship.