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; and should be able to develop an urban planning studio course that works with a local or regional jurisdiction. 

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. Please direct questions to Dr. Jane Rongerude, Associate Professor (and hiring committee chair), Department of Community and Regional Planning at jrong@iastate.edu.

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.