Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 11/11/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Closing date: Complete applications received by December 31, 2025 will be given full consideration. The college plans to fill this position by August 2026, but the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Procedure: Complete applications will include a letter of application, a vita, a copy of the applicant's unofficial transcript for graduate study, a sample of scholarly writing, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Three letters of reference are preferred but not required unless invited to interview. Letters of reference can be sent directly to Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.edu). Questions about this position or the application process should be directed to Dr. Kim Skobba (kskobba@uga.edu) or Ms. Melissa McBride (mmcbride@uga.edu).
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate in housing studies, property management, residential real estate, city, regional, or environmental planning, landscape architecture, public policy or a closely related discipline.
Position Summary
The Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Housing Management and Policy.

Position: Assistant Professor in Housing Management and Policy (nine months, academic appointment, tenure track, 45% research, 50% teaching, 5% service).

The faculty member will have a 45% Research, 50% Teaching, and 5% service nine-month, full-time appointment in the Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics, but will be expected to collaborate across campus on research, outreach, and teaching. The candidate is also expected to teach courses, with a focus on Housing Management and Policy and Residential Property Management. The candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized research agenda and secure external funding on topics related to housing, built environment, and consumer preparedness for natural disasters related to housing.

It is expected that the successful candidate will collaborate with others to grow and/or sustain all scholarly undergraduate and graduate programs and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics. The primary teaching assignment for the individual filling this position will be Housing Management and Policy related courses, preferable courses in the Residential Property Management. The hired faculty member will be required to advise undergraduate and graduate students, participate in departmental and collegiate governance and professional organizations, and pursue active membership in relevant professional organizations.
Additional Requirements
To be considered for the position of Assistant Professor, the applicant must hold an earned doctorate in housing studies, property management, residential real estate, city, regional, or environmental planning, landscape architecture, public policy or a closely related discipline. The successful candidate must show evidence of, or clear potential for, successful teaching at the graduate level and securing external research funding. See UGA's criteria for faculty appointment, promotion and tenure: https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/promotion-guidelines/
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
At least one degree in Family and Consumer Sciences preferred. Two years of work experience or research focused on some aspect of residential property management is preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
The ideal candidate will be someone who can take advantage of research and external funding opportunities in the area of built environment and preparedness of consumers who could be experiencing natural disasters, including planning for emergency, resilience and recovery.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Writing Sample
4. Unofficial Transcripts
5. List of References with Contact Information
6. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation