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Teaching Assistant Professor in Real Estate and Design
The University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning, and Development (SPPD) seeks a non-tenure track teaching assistant professor appointment in the areas of real estate and design. The position is a half-time fixed-term appointment.
Position Description and Qualifications:
Applicants should hold an advanced degree with a specialization in architecture, landscape architecture or similar design-related field and demonstrate strength in urban design, land use planning, architecture, landscape architecture of real estate product types, as well as excellent teaching potential. Applicants are encouraged from the disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or related disciplines. Previous teaching experience is highly desirable, as is professional experience in architecture, landscape architecture or urban design.
The appointment will involve teaching responsibilities in the School’s Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program including administrative responsibility for creating the MRED comprehensive exam. Additional teaching responsibilities in the Master of Planning program and in Executive Education, as appropriate, may be included as well. This position will require teaching a minimum of the equivalent of 12 units of coursework over the school year (Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters).
Compensation and Benefits:
The University of Southern California offers a competitive salary within an academic environment based on the candidate’s experience and accomplishments. The university also offers excellent benefits to employees, which include: health, dental and life insurance; tuition assistance; disability and retirement plans; credit union membership; and participation in cultural and social events, as well as access to athletic and recreational facilities.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:
USC is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer that actively seeks diversity in its workplace.
Where to Apply:
For consideration, an application must include: an introductory letter; curriculum vitae including list of courses taught and where; list of references (minimum of three names); and prior teaching evaluations. The application should be sent to:
Ms. Kattie Johnson
Director of Academic Affairs
School of Policy, Planning, and Development
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0626
sppdhr@usc.edu
Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled.