This tenure-track Assistant Professor role within the City and Regional Planning Department at Cal Poly focuses on housing policy, planning, and development with an emphasis on affordability and equity. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including studio and lecture formats, while mentoring students and conducting community-based research on housing access and sustainability. Key responsibilities include integrating interdisciplinary topics such as real estate development, climate resilience, and social justice into the curriculum and engaging in service learning partnerships with Central California communities. The role is appealing due to Cal Poly's renowned 'Learn by Doing' educational philosophy, a collaborative academic environment, and the opportunity to work in a scenic location on the California coast. The position requires an on-campus presence and is structured as a full-time academic year appointment.