Clinical Faculty and Academic Program Director in Real Estate
About The Position
The Department of Finance at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business invites applications for a full-time Clinical Faculty and Academic Program Director position in real estate, beginning in September 2026. Clinical faculty appointments will be without tenure and are not tenure track appointments. Primary duties of the position include teaching undergraduate courses in real estate, advising real estate majors and minors, managing the Real Estate Scholars Program, coordinating curricular and other matters relating to the real estate program with the Department and service to the Department, College and the University. The University of St. Thomas is the only program in the state of Minnesota offering an undergraduate degree in real estate. This position will also work closely with the Executive Director of Shenehon Center for Real Estate. About the Opus College of Business and Finance Department The Opus College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. The College offers a diverse portfolio of offerings, including undergraduate, MBA, and specialized graduate business programs. The Real Estate Program is housed within the Finance Department. The Finance Department consists of faculty members with a range of teaching and research expertise in subspecialties of finance who share a dedication to the College’s mission and desire for strong working relationships with the Twin Cities business community. More information about the department can be found at https://business.stthomas.edu/faculty-research/departments/finance/ About the University of St. Thomas The University of St. Thomas is in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul area, one of the U.S.’s top twenty-five metro areas. There is a visible corporate presence of seventeen Fortune 500 headquarters as well as a diversified list of other companies with offices in the metro area, creating a strong, supportive business community that attracts bright, talented people. A recent study found that the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area population grew steadily between 2020-2023, with recent estimates placing the metro area population above 3.2 million. Census data also show that Minnesota continues to grow more diverse, both racially and ethnically, and at a faster pace than in the broader United States. 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.
Requirements
- At a minimum, qualifications include a Master’s in Real Estate or an MBA with a focus on real estate or a related field
- prior experience teaching real estate courses at the undergraduate or graduate level
- experience in the real estate industry
- Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students in Real Estate, a student-centered approach to higher education, and engaging in service to the Finance Department, the Opus College of Business, and the University of St. Thomas
- Candidates should show strong promise to contribute to the intellectual and practical lives of students and other stakeholders and to remain current in the field through professional practice and engagement with the surrounding business community
Nice To Haves
- Industry certifications in real estate are desirable.
Responsibilities
- teaching undergraduate courses in real estate
- advising real estate majors and minors
- managing the Real Estate Scholars Program
- coordinating curricular and other matters relating to the real estate program with the Department
- service to the Department, College and the University
- work closely with the Executive Director of Shenehon Center for Real Estate
Benefits
- Tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility.
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision options.
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits.
- Paid parental leave benefits.
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Job Type
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