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Real Estate Officer – UCSF

Job Summary
Onsite work required a minimum of four days per week. This high‑impact role shapes and manages UCSF's dynamic real‑estate portfolio by leading complex transactions and building partnerships that create long‑term value for the university and the community.

What You'll Do

• Lead negotiations and manage commercial leases, property licenses, and telecommunications agreements.
• Oversee the evaluation, acquisition, management, and disposition of real property in alignment with university policies and goals.
• Provide expertise in structuring proposals for complex transactions, including public/private partnerships.
• Deliver advanced financial and market analyses, including asset valuation, discounted cash flow, cap rate studies, and scenario modeling.
• Prepare and review forecasts, budgets, and performance reports to inform decision‑making.

What We're Looking For

• A self‑starter who can operate independently and drive projects forward.
• Proven success leading negotiations and managing large, complex real‑estate transactions.
• Strong command of financial analysis and asset valuation tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work seamlessly with a wide range of stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience/training.
• 5‑10 years progressive experience in commercial real estate.
• Advanced knowledge of real‑estate principles and practices, including value analysis and source selection techniques.
• Advanced negotiation and contract development skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, work independently or as a member of a team, and exercise excellent business judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field or equivalent experience/training.
• California Real Estate Salesperson's or Broker's license.
• Working knowledge of construction technical aspects for tenant improvement projects and asset management.
• Advanced knowledge of real‑estate law and contract interpretation, including California Public Contract Code.
• High level of analytical, mathematical, and decision‑making skills for financial and legal contractual terms and drafting formal contracts.

Benefits and Compensation

The approved salary range for this position is $145,000 to $165,000 annually. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: UCSF Compensation and Benefits.

About UCSF

UCSF is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10‑campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.