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Position Title:Department of Community and Regional Planning Assistant Teaching Professor

Appointment Type:Faculty

Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Community and Regional Planning (CRP) in the College of Design at Iowa State University (ISU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor. The appointment for this position is anticipated to begin August 16, 2025, and the initial length of the appointment will be one academic year until May 15, 2026, with the possibility of renewal.

The department currently has a need for a candidate who can contribute by teaching an urban planning studio, as well as a world cities/globalization/International development class. The preferred candidate would also be able to contribute to teaching in one or more of the following areas:

+ Housing

+ Small town and Rural Planning

+ Site Planning and Development

The successful candidate will contribute to the missions of the Department and College by teaching core planning courses and electives at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate should be able to develop a studio course that works with a local or regional jurisdiction, teach a variety of courses, and contribute to existing courses in the on-campus accredited planning programs (BSCRP)(MCRP). Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience working with a range of communities and share our commitment to enhancing excellence and supporting the mission of the department, college, and university.

The Department of Community and Regional Planning is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

+ Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Rural Sociology, Communication, Community Development, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Ph.D. in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Rural Sociology, Communication, Community Development, or a related field

+ Documented teaching experience

+ Experience with online instruction

+ Prior professional experience in the practice of planning, community development, or a closely related field by the start of employment

Department/Program & College Description:

About the Community and Regional Planning (CRP) Department

The Department of Community and Regional Planning is one of only 16 accredited undergraduate planning programs in the United States, and we have an outstanding international faculty who are committed to excellence in the teaching of planning at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Through the department’s degree programs, students develop the skills and experience to become practicing planning professionals in a variety of contexts. Students learn:

+ land-use planning and zoning

+ environmental planning

+ transportation planning

+ site planning

+ urban design

In addition, our students regularly work with real communities to understand the challenges and achievements of planning. We also undertake high-quality research on behalf of federal and state government, business, the nonprofit sector, and other funding agencies, all of which feeds into the courses we teach to give our students a well-rounded foundation for their future careers.

Department Unit/Website:

For more information about our department’s design program, see https://www.design.iastate.edu/academics/departments/crp/.

Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, applications should be received by May 10, 2025, to receive full consideration. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu to Job Requisition Number R16813.

The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:

1. Letter of application that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications

2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

3. Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information

4. One-page teaching statement

Direct questions to Jane Rongerude ([email protected]).

Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: April 11, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R16813

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [email protected] .

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.