Assistant Professor (Teaching) in Real Estate

Job ID: 37494
Location: Main Campus

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Description

The Haskayne School of Business (HSB), University of Calgary, invites applications for a 2-year contingent-term position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) to teach courses in Real Estate. The intended appointment start date is July 1, 2026 but is negotiable.  

This position is an academic appointment within the Haskayne School of Business, contributing to Real Estate Studies through the Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies. The successful candidate will hold their appointment within an academic unit in the School and will report to the appropriate Area Chair. The role is designed to support and enhance teaching and program development in Real Estate Studies at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of core courses and play a key role in strengthening and evolving the School's real estate curriculum in alignment with industry needs and student demand. 

The role also includes serving as Academic Director of the Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies, providing academic leadership to support the integrity, coordination, and continued development of the program. 

The position requires evidence of teaching effectiveness and a strong commitment to high quality, practice-relevant education. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to translate industry knowledge into engaging learning experiences, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in service activities that support program growth and student success. 

We invite applications from candidates with expertise in one or more areas of real estate, including development, investment, valuation, brokerage, property/asset management, entrepreneurship, law, and/or construction. 

We expect candidates for the position to meet the following:  

• A graduate-level degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA or equivalent required; a doctoral degree is considered an asset); 
• Significant professional experience in the real estate industry, with demonstrated currency and relevance of expertise; 
• Evidence of effective teaching at the post-secondary level, or strong potential for teaching excellence; 
• The ability to teach core real estate courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, particularly introductory and foundational offerings; 
• A collegial and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with academic colleagues and industry instructors; 
• Professional designations (e.g., CFA or relevant real estate credentials) are considered an asset. 

Expected duties include: 

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Real Estate Studies, including core and elective offerings, in a variety of formats (e.g., daytime and evening delivery); 
• Contributing to the design, development, and continuous improvement of real estate curriculum, including enhancing existing courses and supporting new program initiatives; 
• Providing academic leadership as Academic Director of the Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies, including: 
  • Supporting curriculum oversight and alignment across undergraduate and graduate offerings;  
  • Contributing to program development and growth;  
  • Supporting and engaging sessional instructors and fostering a strong teaching community; 
  • Engaging in service activities within the Haskayne School of Business, with a focus on program development, student experience, and community engagement; 
  • Maintaining strong connections with the real estate industry to ensure program relevance and experiential learning opportunities for students.  

The Haskayne School of Business is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and collegial environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applications from individuals who would contribute to the diversity of our community. 

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via the 'Apply Now' link on our UCalgary Careers webpage:  https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/17722593-assistant-professor-teaching-in-real-estate.

Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents, such as any publications):  

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees. 
• Statement of teaching philosophy/teaching dossier (resources on preparing a teaching dossier are available here. 
• Statement on equity, diversity and inclusion. 

Questions may be addressed to: Houston Peschl at: houston.peschl@ucalgary.ca 

Application deadline is June 12, 2026. 

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (oic@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business, click here. 

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.  

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.

About the Haskayne School of Business 
The Haskayne School of Business, accredited by AACSB International, is a forward-thinking and innovative business school. Our mission is to foster an open and mutually accountable community of students, faculty, and alumni, and to deliver rich, experience-based learning opportunities. Haskayne serves over 4,000 undergraduate, graduate, and executive education students, and is proud of its global network of more than 31,000 alumni across 150 countries.