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The NYU School of Professional Studies seeks distinguished academics with exemplary experience in commercial real estate finance and development for the role of Academic Director and Clinical Professor of Real Estate for the Schack Institute of Real Estate, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027.
Ideal candidates will have experience with utilizing and teaching the latest technologies related to artificial intelligence, data analysis and property technology specifically focused on applications for real estate professionals. Faculty candidates should also have experience working with a wide range of professionals and have experience or evidence of the potential for success in teaching a broad population of students both graduate and undergraduate, including first generation students and international students, as well as those new to the field of real estate.
Reporting to the Associate Dean of the Schack Institute of Real Estate, the successful candidate will work closely with the Chair to implement the vision for expanding the Schack Institute of Real Estate’s programs and initiatives, and to increase the Schack Institute of Real Estate’s profile and visibility locally, nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will teach within the graduate and undergraduate programs; may also teach within corporate and executive education programs; develop courses; advise students; collaborate with other faculty and industry partners; and engage with the broader NYU SPS academic community, as appropriate.
Primary Responsibilities:
In consultation with departmental leadership, the Academic Director coordinates daily and academic operations related to the unit, including oversight of the curriculum, student advising, adjunct faculty, and program staff. The candidate will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:
- Faculty Management: Recruit, hire, orient, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty; oversee faculty observations, adjunct reappointments, and compliance with university policies and collective bargaining agreements.
- Curriculum and Academic Planning: Lead curriculum development, review, and approval processes; manage course scheduling, faculty assignments, learning outcomes assessment, and compliance with academic policies.
- Student Support and Engagement: Collaborate with Student Affairs and program staff to address student grievances, academic integrity matters, grade appeals, and probation and dismissal processes; coordinate academic orientations, industry events, student trips, and global learning opportunities.
- Communication and Collaboration: Maintain ongoing communication with faculty and academic advising staff; collaborate with SPS and NYU offices on interdisciplinary initiatives, instructional technology, and enhancements to teaching and learning.
- Academic Leadership and Compliance: Model professional excellence and ethical conduct while promoting a respectful, inclusive academic environment and adherence to SPS and NYU policies and procedures.
This full-time position is a nine-month faculty appointment with a three-year renewable faculty contract. The Academic Director role is an annual, twelve-month administrative appointment that runs concurrent with the faculty role. The rank of the faculty position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000. The range for the annual administrative stipend is $30,000 - $50,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
About the Schack Institute of Real Estate
The Schack Institute of Real Estate was founded in 1967 by Larry Silverstein and the leadership of the New York City real estate community. They encouraged NYU to establish an academic center that would provide a world-class education for industry professionals. For close to 60 years, the Schack Institute of Real Estate has been at the forefront of real estate education and is recognized globally as one of the world’s leading centers of real estate research and pedagogy. The Schack Institute of Real Estate is among the largest and most prestigious educational institutions in the world dedicated to the real estate, real estate development and construction industries with over 300 students enrolled in its highly competitive Bachelor of Science degree, and more than 500 students enrolled in its two Master of Science degrees, including: the M.S.in Real Estate; and the M.S.in Real Estate Development. In addition to these degree programs, the Schack Institute of Real Estate has over 1000 students enrolled across ten continuing education certificate programs, and open enrollment professional studies courses.
About the NYU School of Professional Studies
Founded in 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) offers a broad range of degree and noncredit programs that are professionally oriented, integrate theory with real-world practice, and are taught by faculty members who are leaders and innovators in their fields. The School plays a critical role in workforce development in emerging and evolving sectors of industry in New York City and around the globe including: real estate; marketing and PR; technology and project management; global affairs; hospitality, travel, and tourism; human capital management; sports business; communications/media; publishing; professional writing; translation; and the arts, among others. NYU SPS has grown to become the third-largest graduate school of NYU, attracting students from around the world. The School also serves the undergraduate market with traditional, four-year degrees in real estate, hotel and tourism management, and sports management in addition to programs for post-traditional students. Working professionals and adult learners can enhance their careers and/or enrich their intellect through more than 1,500 continuing education courses and certificates, as well as through world-renowned industry conferences, seminars, and events.
The ideal candidate will (i) hold an advanced degree (terminal in their field or discipline), preferably in economics, finance, business, real estate or real estate development, and have the ability to teach foundational courses in one or more of the following areas: finance and investment, capital markets, portfolio management, development process, asset management, and/or infrastructure finance, Real estate fundamentals, finance, property development across a range of asset classes; (ii) have a significant industry or academic track record; (iii) have at least three years of teaching experience and effectiveness in higher education, (iv) have experience working with or teaching students from a wide range of backgrounds, (v) have at least three years of administrative management/leadership experience in an academic setting (e.g. coordinator, chair). Candidates should demonstrate initiative in curricular development, an ability to engage in meaningful service or administrative work, and promise in scholarly work.
This role seeks an individual conversant in and able to incorporate the use of artificial intelligence as it applies to real estate, property technology, and, or comparative global real estate markets. Applicants should be well versed in current and emerging tools that incorporate artificial intelligence, large language models and machine learning specifically related to applications in the real estate industry. This will be evidenced by courses taught, courses developed, scholarly articles published, or public presentations.
All applicants should submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- A statement of teaching interests and philosophy citing specifically the courses in the NYU Schack curriculum in which your expertise and experience would enhance the program and student learning outcomes.
- A sampling of work in the form of a portfolio that can include: weblinks, websites or other mediums that demonstrate: 1) industry affiliations and innovations, 2) how you encourage inclusive classroom discussions that include multiple backgrounds and views, and 3) how you teach in ways that make space for people to express a broad variety of viewpoints.
While not required upon initial application, finalists will be asked to submit references.
The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit materials before the priority deadline of January 31, 2027. The search will continue until the ideal candidate is identified. (Note: applications will still be considered after the priority deadline.)
NYU appreciates all applications but can only respond to qualified candidates selected for advancement in the interview process.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
Sustainability Statement
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
ACADEMIC DIRECTOR AND CLINICAL PROFESSOR OF REAL ESTATE
The NYU School of Professional Studies seeks distinguished academics with exemplary experience in commercial real estate finance and development for the role of Academic Director and Clinical Professor of Real Estate for the Schack Institute of Real Estate, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027.
Ideal candidates will have experience with utilizing and teaching the latest technologies related to artificial intelligence, data analysis and property technology specifically focused on applications for real estate professionals. Faculty candidates should also have experience working with a wide range of professionals and have experience or evidence of the potential for success in teaching a broad population of students both graduate and undergraduate, including first generation students and international students, as well as those new to the field of real estate.
Reporting to the Associate Dean of the Schack Institute of Real Estate, the successful candidate will work closely with the Chair to implement the vision for expanding the Schack Institute of Real Estate’s programs and initiatives, and to increase the Schack Institute of Real Estate’s profile and visibility locally, nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will teach within the graduate and undergraduate programs; may also teach within corporate and executive education programs; develop courses; advise students; collaborate with other faculty and industry partners; and engage with the broader NYU SPS academic community, as appropriate.
Primary Responsibilities:
In consultation with departmental leadership, the Academic Director coordinates daily and academic operations related to the unit, including oversight of the curriculum, student advising, adjunct faculty, and program staff. The candidate will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:
- Faculty Management: Recruit, hire, orient, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty; oversee faculty observations, adjunct reappointments, and compliance with university policies and collective bargaining agreements.
- Curriculum and Academic Planning: Lead curriculum development, review, and approval processes; manage course scheduling, faculty assignments, learning outcomes assessment, and compliance with academic policies.
- Student Support and Engagement: Collaborate with Student Affairs and program staff to address student grievances, academic integrity matters, grade appeals, and probation and dismissal processes; coordinate academic orientations, industry events, student trips, and global learning opportunities.
- Communication and Collaboration: Maintain ongoing communication with faculty and academic advising staff; collaborate with SPS and NYU offices on interdisciplinary initiatives, instructional technology, and enhancements to teaching and learning.
- Academic Leadership and Compliance: Model professional excellence and ethical conduct while promoting a respectful, inclusive academic environment and adherence to SPS and NYU policies and procedures.
This full-time position is a nine-month faculty appointment with a three-year renewable faculty contract. The Academic Director role is an annual, twelve-month administrative appointment that runs concurrent with the faculty role. The rank of the faculty position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000. The range for the annual administrative stipend is $30,000 - $50,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
About the Schack Institute of Real Estate
The Schack Institute of Real Estate was founded in 1967 by Larry Silverstein and the leadership of the New York City real estate community. They encouraged NYU to establish an academic center that would provide a world-class education for industry professionals. For close to 60 years, the Schack Institute of Real Estate has been at the forefront of real estate education and is recognized globally as one of the world’s leading centers of real estate research and pedagogy. The Schack Institute of Real Estate is among the largest and most prestigious educational institutions in the world dedicated to the real estate, real estate development and construction industries with over 300 students enrolled in its highly competitive Bachelor of Science degree, and more than 500 students enrolled in its two Master of Science degrees, including: the M.S.in Real Estate; and the M.S.in Real Estate Development. In addition to these degree programs, the Schack Institute of Real Estate has over 1000 students enrolled across ten continuing education certificate programs, and open enrollment professional studies courses.
About the NYU School of Professional Studies
Founded in 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) offers a broad range of degree and noncredit programs that are professionally oriented, integrate theory with real-world practice, and are taught by faculty members who are leaders and innovators in their fields. The School plays a critical role in workforce development in emerging and evolving sectors of industry in New York City and around the globe including: real estate; marketing and PR; technology and project management; global affairs; hospitality, travel, and tourism; human capital management; sports business; communications/media; publishing; professional writing; translation; and the arts, among others. NYU SPS has grown to become the third-largest graduate school of NYU, attracting students from around the world. The School also serves the undergraduate market with traditional, four-year degrees in real estate, hotel and tourism management, and sports management in addition to programs for post-traditional students. Working professionals and adult learners can enhance their careers and/or enrich their intellect through more than 1,500 continuing education courses and certificates, as well as through world-renowned industry conferences, seminars, and events.
The ideal candidate will (i) hold an advanced degree (terminal in their field or discipline), preferably in economics, finance, business, real estate or real estate development, and have the ability to teach foundational courses in one or more of the following areas: finance and investment, capital markets, portfolio management, development process, asset management, and/or infrastructure finance, Real estate fundamentals, finance, property development across a range of asset classes; (ii) have a significant industry or academic track record; (iii) have at least three years of teaching experience and effectiveness in higher education, (iv) have experience working with or teaching students from a wide range of backgrounds, (v) have at least three years of administrative management/leadership experience in an academic setting (e.g. coordinator, chair). Candidates should demonstrate initiative in curricular development, an ability to engage in meaningful service or administrative work, and promise in scholarly work.
This role seeks an individual conversant in and able to incorporate the use of artificial intelligence as it applies to real estate, property technology, and, or comparative global real estate markets. Applicants should be well versed in current and emerging tools that incorporate artificial intelligence, large language models and machine learning specifically related to applications in the real estate industry. This will be evidenced by courses taught, courses developed, scholarly articles published, or public presentations.
All applicants should submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- A statement of teaching interests and philosophy citing specifically the courses in the NYU Schack curriculum in which your expertise and experience would enhance the program and student learning outcomes.
- A sampling of work in the form of a portfolio that can include: weblinks, websites or other mediums that demonstrate: 1) industry affiliations and innovations, 2) how you encourage inclusive classroom discussions that include multiple backgrounds and views, and 3) how you teach in ways that make space for people to express a broad variety of viewpoints.
While not required upon initial application, finalists will be asked to submit references.
The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit materials before the priority deadline of January 31, 2027. The search will continue until the ideal candidate is identified. (Note: applications will still be considered after the priority deadline.)
NYU appreciates all applications but can only respond to qualified candidates selected for advancement in the interview process.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
Sustainability Statement
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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Your degree field must align directly with the Academic Director role's core duties. Pull your O*NET occupation profile to map your education in curriculum design, educational leadership, or instructional technology against the job description before applying.
Target institutions with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify universities, K-12 networks, and edtech companies that have already certified LCAs for Academic Director or related education leadership roles, cutting out employers who've never navigated H-1B sponsorship.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks. DOL assigns Academic Director roles to wage levels I through IV, and your offered salary must meet the certified level or the LCA won't clear.
Confirm each campus site has its own LCA
If the role involves supervising programs across multiple campuses or instructional sites, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Raise this with HR early so USCIS doesn't flag the I-129 petition for missing worksite coverage.
Secure credential evaluations for non-U.S. degrees
If your highest degree is from outside the U.S., get a NACES-member credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree. USCIS requires this documentation as part of the specialty occupation evidence in your I-129 package.
Build an H-1B portfolio before the offer stage
Compile transcripts, any state educator licensure, letters confirming your supervisory scope, and a job duties narrative that ties each responsibility to your degree field. Having this ready shortens the employer's filing timeline after an offer is extended.
H-1B Visa Academic Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Academic Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Academic Director roles typically qualify. The position requires planning and overseeing academic programs, managing curriculum standards, and directing instructional staff, duties that consistently require at least a bachelor's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related discipline. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement in each petition, so your employer's offer letter and job description must clearly reflect that degree-level knowledge is required, not just preferred.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Academic Directors?
Universities, community colleges, nonprofit education networks, and edtech companies are the most active sponsors. Private K-12 schools and corporate learning and development departments also file LCAs for Academic Director roles. To find employers with verified H-1B filing history for education leadership positions, browse Academic Director jobs on Migrate Mate, which surfaces only employers who have sponsored these roles.
How long does H-1B status last for an Academic Director position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial approval, and your employer can file an extension to bring you to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status requires an approved or pending employment-based immigrant petition. Your employer files Form I-129 each time, and each extension must reflect a valid, active employer-employee relationship and an up-to-date LCA.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from one campus location to another?
Each new worksite requires a freshly certified LCA before you begin working there. If your Academic Director role shifts from one campus to another, even within the same institution, your employer must file a new LCA with DOL reflecting the new location's prevailing wage. Working at an unlisted site before the LCA is certified puts your status at risk and can trigger a USCIS compliance issue.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new academic employer mid-status?
Yes, H-1B portability lets you start working for a new sponsoring employer once they file an I-129 transfer petition, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status and are not out of status. The new employer must certify a fresh LCA covering the new position's location and wage level before filing. You don't need to restart the six-year clock, but the new petition must still meet specialty occupation requirements for the Academic Director duties at the new institution.