Job Description

OVERVIEW

The Real Estate Program/Finance Department of the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota invites applications on an ongoing basis for our pool of potential adjunct instructors. Adjunct appointments are without tenure and are not tenure-track appointments. Adjunct instructors may be hired as needed to teach one or multiple classes on a semester-by-semester basis.

This posting is for a pooled, adjunct faculty position for continuous recruitment. Review of candidates is typically done three times annually – spring, summer and fall.

Salary Range:

$3,951-$5,065 per course (1.5 and 2-credit courses)

$5,977-$7,598 per course (3 and 4-credit courses)

As an adjunct faculty member in the Real Estate Program, your primary responsibility will be to teach undergraduate courses. The department offers a variety of courses in real estate at the undergraduate level.

We welcome candidates with expertise in all areas of commercial real estate, including Market Research & Analysis, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Finance & Investments, Real Estate Law, Property Management, Appraisal, Construction Project Management, Real Estate Principles, and other real estate courses as needed. Faculty will be required to teach in-person at either the Minneapolis or St. Paul campuses. Classes are held during the Fall (Sep-Dec) or Spring (Feb-May) semesters and may be held during the daytime or evening hours.

The Opus College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. St. Thomas is located in the vibrant Minneapolis-St Paul area, one of the nation’s top 25 metro areas. The College offers a diverse portfolio of offerings, including undergraduate, MBA, and specialized graduate business programs. More information about the Opus College of Business and the Department of Finance can be found at and .

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates

students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Minimum: 

• Master’s degree in business, real estate, finance, urban planning, architecture or a discipline related to the teaching specialty (MBA, MS, JD)
• Significant relevant industry experience
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and a willingness to be flexible in class scheduling

Preferred: 

• PhD or equivalent in real estate, finance, or a discipline related to the teaching specialty
• Professional qualifications such as Member Appraisal Institute (MAI)
• Prior experience teaching courses in real estate at the undergraduate or graduate levels 

How to Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, all interested applicants must apply online at . The application includes:

1. Cover letter
2. A detailed curriculum vitae or resume
3. A statement detailing any previous teaching experience
4. Contact information for two professional references

Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis as needed.

After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job-specific application. You will be asked to copy/paste a cover letter (a letter of application) detailing your interest in the opportunity.

Candidates should complete the reference section of the application. No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate. Do not upload recommendation letters as part of the online application process.

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