Tenure Track Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Housing and Quantitative Methods in Urban [...]

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Housing and Quantitative Methods. The role entails teaching and research within the Edward J. Bloustein School, emphasizing a research agenda in urban planning. The candidate should have a PhD by June 2026 and demonstrate expertise in quantitative methods.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in urban planning, geography, public policy, or related by June 1, 2026.
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative methods and research in top journals.
• Potential for excellence in teaching with a diverse approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Master of City and Regional Planning program.
• Establish a research agenda in housing and quantitative methods.

Skills

Quantitative methods

Research profile

Teaching experience

Education

Doctorate degree in urban planning or related

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Tenure Track Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Housing and Quantitative Methods in Urban Planning and Policy Development
Department	BSPPP-Faculty Affairs
Salary Details	The minimum annual salary for this position is $90,000.
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary	The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy (EJB) seeks to hire a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor for appointment beginning July 2026. Candidates should have a specialty in housing and quantitative methods. We particularly welcome scholars with a clear research agenda that includes any of the following areas: planning law, land use regulation, finance, and other urban planning areas related to housing. Work with an international and comparative focus is encouraged. The faculty member will teach both graduate courses in the Master of City and Regional Planning program and related graduate and undergraduate programs in the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy is a professional school offering a doctoral program in Planning and Public Policy as well as in Health Administration; master's degrees in Public Policy, Urban Planning and Policy Development, Public Informatics, and Health Administration; undergraduate degrees in Public Policy, City and Regional Planning, Urban Planning and Design, Health Administration, and Public Health. The School has eight research centers and institutes, and annually attracts approximately $25 million in external grants and contracts. The programs in urban planning, public policy, and public health are all highly ranked nationally.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	25FA0635
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The mission of Rutgers-New Brunswick is to apply the university's outstanding strengths in research and teaching in service to the public good. The university is a dynamic and diverse center for research, technology innovation, public engagement and development, and is located in the heart of the Northeastern megalopolis with easy access to New York City and Philadelphia, and is one of the nation's leading comprehensive public research universities, with annual research expenditures exceeding $700 million, and membership in the Big Ten Academic Alliance and the Association of American Universities. For further information, visit the web site at http://bloustein.rutgers.edu.

Rutgers is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer committed to expanding the educational diversity of its faculty and students and encourages applications from a broad variety of candidates.

Minimum Education and Experience	Minimum requirements include: By June 1, 2026, hold a doctorate degree in urban planning, geography, public policy, or a related discipline, with a focus and specialized interest in housing and quantitative methods. The ideal candidate should: Be clearly establishing a research profile of refereed research in high-impact journals and through national and international conference presentations. Demonstrate hands-on experiences and skills in using and teaching quantitative methods. Demonstrate willingness to secure external grant funds and the ability to be a team leader on funded research supporting and supervising undergraduate and graduate students and eventually postdoctoral associates. Demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, with knowledge of inclusive and active teaching practices. Experience with studio teaching is a plus. Demonstrate a willingness to network with external stakeholders and to communicate with the public via social media and other sources. The Bloustein School values interdisciplinary scholars who teach and research across disciplines. We are committed to a diverse workforce and maintaining a learning and working environment that is welcoming to all. The standard teaching assignment is two courses each semester, including undergraduate and graduate courses. Salaries and benefit packages and other forms of professional support offered by the university are competitive.
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin on Oct 1st, 2025. If you have questions about the Bloustein School or this position, please email Prof. Mi Shih ([e-mail]) or Prof. Kathe Newman ([e-mail]).
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/254087
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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