Assistant Professor and Director Real Estate Program – Department of Economics and Finance

Duquesne University:
Palumbo-Donahue School of Business – Real Estate Faculty Position

Position Number: 330618. The School of Business at Duquesne University invites applications for a full‑time, non‑tenure‑track faculty position in real estate, that for the right candidate can also include serving as the Director of the Real Estate Program. The position begins in August 2026. Applicants with significant professional experience in real estate and deep connections to the Pittsburgh business community are especially welcome to apply.

The faculty rank will be either Instructor (for those with an MBA or a relevant master’s) or Assistant Professor of Practice (for those with a terminal degree such as the Ph.D.).

The normal teaching load for full‑time non‑tenure‑track faculty is 24 credit hours per academic year (i.e., eight 3‑credit classes, a 4‑4 teaching load). A candidate who is also appointed as the Director of the Real Estate Program will have a reduced teaching load (18‑21 credit hours per academic year) due to significant administrative responsibilities.

Key responsibilities for the Director of the Real Estate Program include supporting the development and implementation of real‑estate programs and initiatives, coaching students in real‑estate competitions, representing the Real Estate Major at recruiting events, supporting fundraising and external relations, supporting curricular development, and developing and executing strategic planning for the future Real‑Estate Center.

• At least 10 years of significant, progressive experience in the real estate industry, broadly defined.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; proactive self‑starter.
• An earned MBA/MS (Real Estate, Finance, or a related field) from an AACSB‑accredited school or the equivalent.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student development.
• A collegial and collaborative citizenship orientation, with a strong commitment to program development.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University community.

• Experience with undergraduate and/or graduate teaching in real estate.
• Experience with online instruction and/or executive education in real estate or related subjects.
• An earned Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Alumnus/Alumna (or alum) of Duquesne University.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Duquesne University values equality of opportunity and is committed to diversity. The university is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit, and values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.