Job Description
Sweeney Programs in Construction Management at Wentworth Institute of Technology is inviting applications for a full-time lecturer position specializing in Commercial and Corporate Real Estate and Facilities Management (FM), set to begin in the Fall of 2026. The lecturer will collaborate with both the Construction Management (CM) and Business Management (BM) programs to support the implementation of existing coursework related to the Real Estate and Facilities Management concentration within the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program.
Additionally, the lecturer will help develop new coursework that aligns with a potential Bachelor of Science degree in Commercial and Corporate Real Estate and Facilities Management. This initiative aligns with the Institute’s 7-year academic master plan and addresses the evolving needs of the built environment industry.
About the School of Management
Capitalizing on Wentworth’s strengths in STEM and the built environment, Wentworth's School of Management develops well-rounded students engaged in real-world, hands-on, interdisciplinary projects. The School of Management offers distinct management pathways in both construction and business. It is home to undergraduate and graduate degrees, minors, and certificate programs in Construction Management, Project Management, Business Management, Facility Management, and Computer Information Systems.
With more than 400 students enrolled, Construction Management (CM) is one of the most popular majors at Wentworth. The program offers concentrations in Infrastructure Management and in Real Estate and Facilities Management. Both Baccalaureate and Master’s programs in CM are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).
Additionally, the Business Management Program (BSM) currently offers concentrations in Project Management, Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity Management (with Finance and Supply Chain concentrations also approved for launch). The Baccalaureate degree is accredited through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in real estate, finance, or a closely related field.
5 years of full-time university-level teaching experience, or equivalent.
3-5 years of full-time work experience in the Corporate/Commercial Real Estate industry, or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to academic program development, working collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Terminal degree in real estate, finance, or closely related fields (degree should be conferred by the start date of the position).
Proven track record of teaching students in higher education, with experience in innovative curriculum development.
5-8 years of full-time work experience in corporate real estate investment, real estate development, real estate financing/financial analysis, corporate real estate asset management, or real estate valuation & appraisal fields.
Professional certifications/licenses related to the real estate industry.
Job Requirements:
The responsibilities for this position will include:
Central faculty member for the potential curriculum design of the Undergraduate Degree in Commercial and Corporate Real Estate and liaison between the Construction Management and Business Management programs to ensure seamless integration of courses and collaboration between the curricula.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in a variety of discipline-specific areas such as Commercial Real Estate Development, Corporate Real Estate Investment, and Real Estate Financing/Financial Analysis, Corporate Real Estate Asset Management, and Real Estate Valuation & Appraisal. Teaching engagements include both lectures and labs.
Participate in developing new and/or improved curriculum and teaching resources and use innovative instructional methods.
Engage in professional development opportunities to foster continuous improvement and growth.
Support the university's strategic plan to bolster inclusive excellence, offer a high-value education and transformative student experience, and secure next-generation partnerships.
Be an excellent teacher and mentor with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Applicants should submit:
Cover letter that describes areas of expertise and qualifications for the position (1-page limit).
Current curriculum vitae.
Teaching statement detailing pedagogical philosophy and including specific plans for teaching advancement (no more than 3 pages in length).
Contact information for three professional references. Candidates will be notified before the University contacts their references.
Position Details:
The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Benefits are described briefly HR: https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth.
At this time, the university is unable to sponsor H-1B visa applicants.
It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $84,111. The low end of the pay range in all faculty searches is at the minimum salary for the rank per the collective bargaining agreement between Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Wentworth Faculty Federation, Local 2403, AFT MA, AFL-CIO (the "Faculty Federation" or "Federation"). The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University, based on all relevant factors, when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment. The range does not include any salary stipend from a named professorship. Note that these are two-semester equivalent salaries.
This position comes with a 10% retirement contribution (no matching required) according to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Wentworth Faculty Federation.
Wentworth uses a three-semester per year schedule. The faculty contracts are for two semesters (fall and spring) with optional summer teaching, which is paid on a prorated basis of the provided two-semester salary. This means the annual compensation could reach 1.5 times the provided two-semester salary, depending on the availability of summer classes.
Definition of Non-Regular Appointment Track (NRAT) Faculty:
A NRAT member is a faculty employee of the university not on regular-appointment track (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor). A NRAT faculty member is employed for a specific period of time. No existing regular appointment track faculty position shall be replaced by a NRAT faculty position. The ratio of NRAT faculty positions to regular appointment track faculty shall never exceed one (1) NRAT faculty for two (2) regular appointment track faculty.
Lecturer's Position Overview:
Lecturers complement the efforts and qualifications of regular appointment-track faculty and allow flexibility to address programmatic needs. The rank of lecturer may be assigned to faculty members who can provide effective instruction in areas that support the core pedagogical instruction provided by the faculty of the appointing academic unit. A lecturer may be reappointed to NRAT employment.
After the first one-year appointment based on satisfactory fulfillment of expectations, a lecturer may receive up to a three (3) year contract (1, 2, or 3 years). After the first one-year appointment, just cause shall apply to the lecturer, and contract renewal shall be conditional upon satisfactory annual performance, projected school needs, and/or available resources. If a lecturer has served three (3) consecutive appointments, they shall receive a renewable three-year contract.
Responsibilities of Lecturers:
Teaching is the primary responsibility of Lecturers.
Research, scholarship, and service are not required.
Lecturers will be evaluated annually by their Dean and held to only the teaching requirements and standards for regular appointment-track faculty (which include staying current in their field of teaching expertise, appropriate usage of the Institute's Learning Management System, timely and useful feedback on assessments for students, engagement with curricular continuous improvement and assessment requirements) .
Teach the equivalent of eight (8) 4-credit-hour semester courses per academic year .
in areas that supplement the core pedagogical instruction provided by regular appointment-track faculty.
Consult with ATLAS Center (Advancing Teaching, Learning and Scholarship) for instructional design and ed tech as needed.
The standard load for the position is 16 credit hours per semester for the fall
and spring semesters.
Review of applications will begin November 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. The position is expected to be filled for September 2026.
Compensation and Benefits
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.
Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth
Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.
To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.
E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)
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