Job Description

Henley Business School (University of Reading) is seeking to appoint 2 new faculty members at either Lecturer (corresponding to Assistant Professor in the US) or Associate Professor level in Real Estate Finance and Economics or more generally Real Estate to strengthen our world-leading department of Real Estate and Planning and to consolidate a recent phase of expansion.

Particularly, we are seeking to appoint active researchers starting to develop some seniority in their field, with a potential or record (depending upon the level) of internationally recognized publications. Within the department, Henley Business School and the University of Reading there will be plenty of opportunities to develop and carry out original and impactful research supported by effective mechanisms of resource allocations. We provide the environment for researchers to work collaboratively as well as individually. We have a vibrant student community (incl. 20+ PhD students), and the successful candidate will teach and lead modules, across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We have also recently added an ExecEd offer, with opportunities to engage with business and policy makers

As our teaching approach is normally research led, we welcome applicants with research interest linked to real estate finance and economics and more broadly real estate in the following areas (among others):

• Real Estate Finance

• Real Estate Development

• Asset Pricing/Valuation

• Sustainable/Climate Finance

• Corporate Finance

• Environmental Economics/Planning

• Household Finance / Mortgage Finance

• Infrastructure and Transport

• Behavioural Finance/Economics

• Real Estate Technology

• Urban and Real Estate Economics

The candidates will have

• A PhD in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Management
• Potential or a proven track record of internationally recognized publications (depending upon level)
• Demonstrable skills in high-quality teaching in one (or more) of the areas above
• Experience in leadership roles in research and/or teaching

Key documents in your online application

• A Supporting Statement including:

• The level you intend to apply to: Lecturer (Assistant) or Associate Professor
• Why you are applying for this position and what makes you an outstanding candidate.
• How you will contribute to the Department of Real Estate and Planning and Henley Business School
• A concise research statement with your short- and long-term plans.
• A Curriculum Vitae (CV), including a publication record.

Separate to your online application please email one lead published article as an example of research quality (in PDF format) to before the closing date.


Informal contact details

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role:

Department Administrator

Contact role:

Head of Real Estate & Planning

Contact name:

Abbie Chessell

Contact name:

Prof. Gianluca Marcato

Contact phone:

+44 118 378 3616

Contact phone:

+44 (0) 118 378 8178

Contact email:

a.chessell@henley.reading.ac.uk

Contact email:

g.marcato@henley.ac.uk

Closing Date : 10th September 2023

Interview Date: 3rd and 4th October 2023

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the .

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

University of Reading