Real Estate Development Associate Jobs in Edison, NJ

Description
The NYU School of Professional Studies seeks a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Real Estate for the Schack Institute of Real Estate, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2026.
The Schack Institute of Real Estate is actively seeking candidates who are distinguished academics and/or professionals with exemplary experience in commercial real estate finance and development and have the ability to teach courses in one or more of the following areas: Real estate fundamentals, finance, property development across a range of asset classes. Additionally, 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, 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 Academic Director to implement the vision for expanding Schack Institute of Real Estate's programs and initiatives, and to increase 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.
This full-time position is a nine-month appointment with a two-year renewable faculty contract. The rank of the position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Courses in Schack are offered in Fall, Spring and Summer sessions and are taught both in daytime and evening at NYU facilities in midtown Manhattan as well as on NYU's downtown campus.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $160,000. 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 200 students enrolled in its top-ranked Bachelor of Science degree, and more than 400 students enrolled in its three 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 900 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.
Qualifications
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; (ii) have a significant industry or academic track record; (iii) have at least two years of teaching experience and effectiveness in higher education, (iv) have experience working with or teaching students from a wide range of backgrounds. Candidates should provide evidence of initiative in curricular development, demonstrate an ability or potential ability to engage in meaningful service or administrative work, and supply evidence of promise in scholarly work.
This role seeks an individual well versed in 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.
Application Instructions
To apply go to:https://apply.interfolio.com/180000.
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, weblinks, websites or other mediums which demonstrate industry affiliations and innovations, which may include how you encourage inclusive classroom discussions that include multiple backgrounds and views, and how you teach in ways that make space for people to express a broad variety of view points.

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 February 17, 2026. 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.