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Assistant Professor Position in Spatial Planning for Sustainability

The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Spatial Planning for Sustainability, to begin in August 2026. The successful candidate will have an active research agenda that advances knowledge in one or more areas such as : urban planning, urban growth, and development dynamics; geospatial AI, smart cities, digital twins, and other computational methods in urban analytics; sustainability, resilience, and social innovation.

Responsibilities include conducting innovative, policy-relevant research on sustainability and planning; teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to spatial planning in cities, regions, human dynamics, sustainability, resilience, or related global issues; advising and mentoring students on research projects that engage with real-world geospatial and policy challenges; and contributing to the collaborations among faculty across the departments, schools, and university.

Evidence of ability to secure external research funding is required. The appointment commences for the fall 2026 semester.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience : A PhD in urban sciences, geography, GIScience, public policy, sustainability science, urban affairs, urban policy, or a related discipline is required prior to employment; those with ABD status will be considered at the application / interviewing stage.

Preferred Education and Experience : A PhD in urban sciences, geography, GIScience, public policy, sustainability science, urban affairs, or urban policy.

Applicants should upload the following : full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position; statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences; research statement describing past, present, and future research, including how they mentor (or will mentor) student researchers and foster (or will foster) collaborative research environments; a writing / publication sample; and full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Priority will be given to completed applications received by November 10, 2025. Reviews will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on March 1, 2026.

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment.