Director and Professor of the Urban Studies Institute (Georgia State University)

Company: Urban Affairs Association
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

JOB OPPORTUNITYJob title: Director and Professor of the Urban Studies Institute (Georgia State University)Hiring institution: Georgia State UniversityLocation: Atlanta, Georgia - United StatesApplication deadline: Open until filledThe Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University invites applications for the next Director of the Urban Studies Institute (USI). Qualified candidates should have a record of publications and sponsored research appropriate for tenure and appointment at the rank of Full Professor at Georgia State University. The successful candidate will bring intellectual and administrative leadership experience to guide the future of an innovative, interdisciplinary teaching and research unit. The Director will be instrumental in supporting research and teaching from diverse disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives; expanding interdisciplinary degree programs and enrollment; fostering meaningful engagement with communities both locally in Atlanta and globally; and advancing strategic initiatives that align with Georgia State University's dedication to student success, innovation, and engaged research.The Director of the Urban Studies Institute will report to the Dean of the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies and lead the Institute's academic programs, faculty, and staff. The Director's key responsibilities will include:

• Fostering interdisciplinary research and collaboration on urban issues across the university;
• Representing USI, internally and externally, with the goal of advancing urban knowledge creation and change, enhancing the Institute's reputation, and realizing impact, locally and globally.
• Enhancing and expanding academic programs, curricular development, and the expansion of interdisciplinary degree offerings;
• Cultivating partnerships to create a strong student experience that meets a range of workforce needs;
• Supporting faculty at a variety of career stages to advance their teaching, research, and community engagement efforts, with a focus on research infrastructure;
• Managing faculty and staff recruitment, retention, mentoring, and professional development;
• Collaborating across the college, university, and wider community on strategic initiatives that amplify USI's influence and success.This position is located on the Atlanta campus of Georgia State University and requires in-person, on campus-based work. The Andrew Young School maintains a flexible work environment. This position is planned as a fiscal-year administrative appointment.The Urban Studies InstituteThe Urban Studies Institute (USI) is a university-wide interdisciplinary research and teaching unit recognized nationally and internationally for its high-quality and impactful scholarship in urban studies and related fields. Established in 2017, USI was founded to enhance Georgia State University's identity as an urban-serving institution. The Institute has since built a reputation for excellence in areas including inclusive development, environmental sustainability, economic resilience, housing studies, and comparative urbanism, and strongly contributes to the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies' #3 ranking for Urban Policy in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report. Its research and teaching focuses on developing urban theory, knowledge, and understanding, and generating actionable, policy-relevant outcomes at local, national, and global scales. The Institute teaches an innovative and specialized interdisciplinary curriculum at the master's and doctoral level, including the only Ph.D. in Urban Studies in Georgia, along with an undergraduate minor in urban studies.Required Experience
  • Ph.D. in urban studies or other related fields such as geography, sociology, political science, urban policy, urban and regional planning;An academic record suitable for tenure at the rank of Full Professor in the Andrew Young School, including a strong track record of research, publications, and scholarly contributions that reflect interdisciplinary engagement;Preferred Qualifications
    • Demonstrated record of academic leadership and administrative experience as a department chair, associate chair, center director, or academic program director;
    • Teaching and mentoring experience, with a commitment to lead curriculum initiatives;
    • Proven ability to work across disciplines and foster research collaborations with other departments and external partners.
    • Experience with program development and enrollment management;
    • Proven success in securing, managing, and supporting sponsored research programs;
    • Experience with developing, maintaining, and expanding relationships with urban community partners;
    • Familiarity with financial management in support of student success and faculty initiatives.
    • Experience in policy school and urban university settings.Documents Needed to Apply
      • Name and contact information of three referencesGeorgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.
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