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Senior Fellow, Market Transformation
Urban Land Institute
A global nonprofit research and education network shaping built‑environment practices.
Provide strategic leadership to ULI’s research program, focusing on market transformation and sustainability.
20d ago
$115,600 - $130,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Hybrid
Company Size
- Employees
Service Specialisms
Advisory Services (consulting)
Urban planning
Transportation consulting
Architecture
Finance
Market research
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Retail
Office
Industrial
Hospitality
Infrastructure
Food and Real Estate
Healthcare and Medical
Role
What you would be doing
market transformation
cross-team collaboration
research strategy
thought leadership
market action
client interaction
Facilitate collaboration across ULI entities (e.g., Randall Lewis Center, Terwilliger Center, ReeCAP, District Councils, and global partners).
Leverage ULI research to launch innovative “market transformation” initiatives, including:
Contribute to organizational strategy, thought leadership, and cross-team collaboration.
Represent ULI in media, research forums, and with members and partners.
Advise ULI and members on environmental issues and sustainable development.
Act as a visible champion for ULI’s mission and values.
Define and expand target audiences, with particular attention to policymakers, advocates, and other high-impact segments.
Enhance methods and measures, introducing rigorous evaluation and impact assessment approaches.
Serve on the Impact Labs senior leadership team, actively contributing to biweekly leadership discussions and cross-initiative planning.
Network initiatives – e.g., pilot demonstration projects with District Councils and members.
Provide subject-matter expertise on sustainability, housing, resilience, and capital markets.
Participate as moderator, panelist, and speaker at ULI meetings, District Council events, and policy symposiums.
Partner with the CIO and ULIF team to support fundraising strategy and secure programmatic support.
Contribute to ULI and external publications (articles, papers, and books).
Influence market action by advancing research beyond “what is” to “what could be,” defining opportunities, roadmaps, and quantifiable benefits.
Support District Councils and external audiences by representing ULI’s thought leadership on policy and sustainability.
Develop and execute an overarching strategic vision for ULI’s research program within the broader Impact Labs strategy.
Partner with ULI Europe and ULI Asia teams to ensure a consistent global market transformation approach.
Identify skill gaps and recruit/build capacity where needed.
Mentor research leaders and staff, ensuring excellence and consistency in research outputs.
What you bring
senior engagement
published research
global experience
fundraising
advanced degree
leadership
Proven ability to engage with senior-level stakeholders and policymakers.
Strong track record of published research and thought leadership in real estate or policy.
Experience working in a global, member-driven, or nonprofit organization.
Fundraising experience and ability to secure external support for programs.
Familiarity with ULI’s membership network and global real estate markets.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
15+ years of progressive leadership in research, policy, or market transformation.
Demonstrated expertise in sustainability, housing affordability, or related built environment disciplines.
Advanced degree in real estate, public policy, urban planning, environmental studies, economics, or a related field.
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