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The Fransen Department of Real Estate, Economics and Finance in the Nistler College of Business and Public Administration at the University of North Dakota (UND) is seeking to hire an accomplished academic currently serving in a tenured position to hold an inaugural Endowed Chair in Real Estate at the rank of Associate or Full Professor within the Department. Academic Search is assisting UND and invites inquiries, nominations, and applications. The Endowed Chair is expected to begin in August 2026.

This appointment offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead a new and growing real estate program at a pivotal moment in its development. As the cornerstone of UND’s new Real Estate Program the inaugural Endowed Chair, will play a vital role in building, leading, and elevating the program to national prominence.

Working closely with the Department Chair, this individual will provide strategic direction, guide curriculum development, mentor faculty, and engage with industry leaders to ensure students are prepared to excel in a rapidly evolving real estate landscape.

Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having Very High Research Activity (R1). The Nistler College of Business and Public Administration recently moved into a brand-new building (Nistler Hall) with state-of-the-art learning and research facilities. The College has experienced sustained growth in enrollment in recent years, including enrollment growth of nearly 8% since Fall 2022.

For more information about the institution, position, qualifications, and NEW ONLOINE APPLICATION process, please review the full position profile on the Academic Search website: Current Open Searches

Please note the minimum qualifications:

• PhD in real estate, finance, or economics from an AACSB-accredited institution
• Currently serves in a tenured position to hold an inaugural Endowed Chair in Real Estate at the rank of Associate or Full Professor within the Department
• Evidence of high-quality teaching in undergraduate real estate-related courses
• Record of high-quality academic research in real estate finance and investment, housing, urban economics, or real estate-related topics commensurate with experience
• Evidence in support of AACSB Faculty Qualification standards for Scholarly Academic (SA)
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check

Dr. Cynthia Patterson and Dr. Maria Thompson, Managing Directors and Senior Consultants, are assisting in this search. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in strict confidence. To learn more about this opportunity, potential applicants are welcome to submit their CV’s to UNDRealEstateChair@academicsearch.org.

Priority consideration will be given to materials received by Monday, April 13, 2026.

Although nominations are not required to be considered for this position, leaders who know of outstanding candidates are welcome to submit confidential nominations by sending an email to UNDRealEstateChair@academicsearch.org. Please include the nominee’s full name, position, institution/organization, and email address.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. People with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.