Employment Opportunities

POSITION TITLE AND CATEGORY

Academic Advisor & Visiting Program Advising Coordinator – C1-1

SUPERVISOR: Director of Academic Advising, Careers, and Experiential Learning (or anyone else designated by the provost)

All of the advisors in the Center for Academic, Internship, and Career Advising have as their primary mission to help students clarify both their life and career objectives, and to work with others who share this mission, namely Faculty Advisors, in order to improve the student experience. In the context of the integration of the diverse elements of the Center for Academic, Internship and Career Advising, the Academic Advisor & Visiting Program Advising Coordinator’s role will likely vary as the center evolves, and will include supporting functions all of the Center’s activities.

DUTIES

Academic Advising (50%):

• Provides general academic advising and registration assistance for all undergraduate students at the university.
• Works to facilitate student academic progress and to enhance the student experience where possible from admissions through graduation.
• Manages a group of assigned advisees: updates student records and follow-up tools, schedules appointments, communicates important dates and information, follows up with students’ projects, issues and needs.
• Co-advises FirstBridge groups and provides training and support for FB faculty advisors; manages a limited group of assigned secondary advisees.
• Shares responsibility for advising transfer students pre-arrival via Skype/Teams.
• Shares responsibility for advising and registering incoming First Year Abroad students.
• Responsible for registering incoming visiting (study abroad) students.
• Shares responsibility for evaluating junior degree checks (JDCs) and advising students and faculty advisors accordingly.
• Participates in academic advising at Orientation and supports the overall Orientation process.
• Advises students who seek to apply to graduate programs especially through AUP’s new blended masters offering.

Coordination of Visiting Program Advising (40%):

• Liaises with AUP Admissions office as point person within ACE Center on visiting and First Year Abroad student programs.
• Liaises with partner institutions, both study abroad and First Year Abroad, to collect and implement processes, policies, and appropriate advising for students.
• Works closely with the University Registrar regarding academic policies and course planning as it implicates visiting and First Year Abroad students.
• Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date database of course articulations with partner institutions.
• Ensures the accuracy of student visiting and First Year Abroad student data across AUP’s systems.
• Collaborates with Admissions and ITS colleagues to prepare and deliver communications, advising, and registration to incoming visiting and First Year Abroad students.
• Maintains accurate advising manuals for working with visiting and First Year Abroad students.
• Creates and maintains up-to-date student-facing academic advising materials for visiting and First Year Abroad students.
• Responsible for communication between the ACE Center and all visiting and First Year Abroad students throughout their time of enrolment at the university.
• Regularly trains appropriate ACE Center colleagues on how to advise and/or register First Year Abroad and visiting students.
• Supports efforts to assess various aspects of visiting student programs at AUP.

Other Administrative and Shared Tasks (10%):

• Participates in making collective decisions regarding optimization of the office, adding more value to students’ experiences, launching new projects and initiatives.
• Is an integral member of the Global Professional Skills Program Team: leads workshops and advises students towards participation in, and completion of, the Program.
• Provides coordination and back-up for new student orientation, registration and other academic meetings.
• Provides general academic advising and registration assistance during assigned office hours.
• Participates in assessment of departmental outcomes.
• Contributes to the management of shared advising mailbox.
• Contributes to the revision of general advising handbook/guide/manual.
• Regular review and updating of information (data-entry, document and website updating, etc.).
• Back-up responsibilities during colleagues’ absence or vacation.

Other appropriate duties as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required and preferably also in French.
• Minimum 4 years’ professional experience with at least some work experience in a university environment, preferably in a liberal arts institution.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the American system of higher education; able to maintain solid knowledge of academic policies, degree requirements, and legal issues.
• Highly competent with Microsoft Office and databases, familiarity with the Student Information System software preferred.
• Experience coordinating and creating complex interdepartmental processes.
• Ability to deal effectively with people and within a team and to work well under pressure
• Patient, friendly, and efficient manner with students.
• Ability to understand, analyze and continuously improve systems and processes.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, adaptable, learn-by-doing mindset.
• Experience as a teacher or trainer highly preferred.

JOB TITLE AND CLASSIFICATION

Application Advisor - Category AT3

SUPERVISOR

Director of Financial Aid and Deputy Director of Admissions

Position Overview

The post holder is responsible for the processing and decisioning applications to AUP across all categories of students.  This position is an essential part of a small team, responsible for the entire application process from when an application is initiated to the point that the application is decisioned.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include, but may not be limited to:

Supporting prospective students to complete their applications

Through a combination of personal contact (face-to-face meetings, webinars and telephone calls) and written communication, the post holder will support their assigned cohort of students through each stage of the application process.  This aspect of the post will routinely include having responsibility for telephone calls and visits to the Admissions Office.  This will include offering advice (if appropriate), facilitating the upload of all supporting documentation, and troubleshooting issues related to the application process as it impacts on individual students.  Where necessary, the post holder will exceptionally waive specific requirements so that an application can be reviewed within published deadlines.

Decisioning complete applications

Throughout the application cycle, the post holder, as part of the Applications Team, will assess, review and decision applications, according to the appropriate admissions standards of the University.This will include the completion of an admissions evaluation on each applicant and the assignment of an admissions score, which will determine whether the applicant is successful or not in gaining admission to the University.In all cases, an assessment of the prospective students’ fit and ‘likeliness to attend’ scores will be undertaken.The post holder will be responsible for communicating the admissions decision to their pool of prospective AUP students.

Graduate Program Director Liaison

The post holder will provide a link between students applying for graduate programs at AUP and each of the individual Graduate Program Directors.  This will include arranging interviews and other face-to-face or virtual activities where necessary, facilitating other contact with any of the Program Directors, and liaison with the Graduate Office as necessary.

BA to MA Applications

The post holder will be the named contact for any AUP students making an application for the BA/MA program and will be responsible for managing the process for accepting these students and liaising with Advising and Registrar’s Office colleagues throughout.

Financial Aid

The post holder will provide information concerning financial aid to applicants and their parents in a timely manner.In parallel with reading applications, the post holder will consider undergraduate applicants for the University’s selection of merit awards and make recommendations accordingly.

Ensure the smooth transition of accepted students to the responsibility of the Student Recruitment Team

The post holder will ensure that all notes related to each accepted student they are responsible for are complete and, where appropriate, students (VIPs, special cases, children of alumni etc.) flagged to individual members of staff so that the smooth transition of students is facilitated between one Team and another.  It is expected that the post holder will maintain a regular (formal and informal) dialogue between all relevant colleagues in the Admissions Office to facilitate all transition points.

Contribute to the development of a Team ethic

The post holder, along with colleagues, will be responsible for the development of a Team working ethic.  While there are clearly defined responsibilities linked to this post, as part of the Applications Team, the post holder will be required to develop a working knowledge of all areas of activity the Team is responsible for.  This will include understanding each person’s individual roles and tasks, and the ability to support each other when time pressure, scheduling or other factors intervene.

Supporting the overall mission of the Admissions Office

The post holder will continue to be responsible for activities related to all aspects of student recruitment and admissions.  In practice, the post holder will be asked to perform other duties by the Vice President and Director of Enrolment Management as they see fit, complimentary to the role described here.  This will be dependent on such factors as the time of year, workload of other Teams, absences and vacations, and changes in the external environment.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education and qualifications :

At least an undergraduate degree and if possible a higher degree or professionally-relevant qualification and an ability to speak English and French.

Experience :

• Working within a higher education context
• Familiarity with the admissions process and international admissions
• Managing multiple deadlines
• Understanding of the international nature of university admissions
• Awareness of the student lifecycle
• Specific procedural knowledge of the US and European admissions processes, including financial aid

Job-related skills :

• Ability to understand a range of high school and post-secondary qualifications
• Ability to understand a wide range of academic content and subject material
• Ability to work with students and academic colleagues alike
• Ability to work independently
• Good administrative and organisational skills
• An understanding of how to apply technology in an appropriate way to meet business requirements

Interpersonal skills :

• Strong customer focus, committed to ensuring delivery of excellent service
• Work collaboratively in a small team
• Ability to operate at all levels of the organisation
• Flexible approach to work

Other requirements : High degree of commitment and self-motivation

Assistant Registrar for Transfer Credit and Curricular Changes

CATEGORY C1.1

TYPE OF CONTRACT: CDD

DEPARTMENT: Academic Affairs

SUPERVISOR: The registrar (or any other supervisor designated by the President)

DUTIES:

• Transfer Credit Coordinator:
  • Subject Matter Expert in evaluation and judgments regarding University evaluation of incoming transfer credits.
  • Works closely on a regular basis with departments and external sources to establish course equivalency consistencies and professionally-appropriate transfer credit practices.
  • Sets up semester intake and workflow processes in conjunction with Admissions and Advising for maximum efficiencies in support of students.
  • Consults professional resources, contacts other universities as needed and attends professional development to stay current with higher education trends and practices in transfer credit approvals.
  • Receives official transcripts from other universities & prepares transfer credit documents for upload and final review. Includes review of transfer credit evaluations conducted by their colleagues.
  • Analyzes official & unofficial transcripts from other universities, & checks accreditation and credit systems. Prepares transfer credit equivalencies documents in a timely fashion for incoming & transfer students, assigning credit in line with University policies and best practices.
  • Works to publish AUP advanced placement equivalencies to provide ready access to incoming students, checking regularly with AUP departments for consistency.
  • Manages, processes, and tracks all External Credit Pre-Approval requests: Follows up as needed on petitions and manages document tracking within policy-defined University deadlines.  Approves requests for open electives, ensures proper document storage within student records, monitors receipt of official external transcripts and processes addition of approved, completed external courses to AUP transcript.

• Curricular Coordinator
  • Oversees Academic Catalog maintenance and editing updates, in close communication with Associate Registrar, University Registrar and faculty members as needed.
  • Oversees Learning Outcomes updates from faculty and ensures changes are processed.
  • Updates degree worksheets annually, and coordinates review with departments and Advising.
  • Tracks and implements changes forthcoming from CC and GLACC Committee.

• Team Lead for Student Onboarding
  • Oversees and manages student onboarding processes.
  • Manages and coordinates Check In procedures for incoming & returning students.
  • Manages follow up tracking to ensure all students are accounted for following the close of Drop/Add.
  • Registrar’s Office representative for Orientation Committee. Coordinates Registrar Office staffing at Orientation as part of committee duties.
  • Assists with New Student Registration as needed.
  • Coordinates the BA/MA processes and works with Admissions, Advising and Graduate Programs to ensure smooth processing.

• Commencement
  • Assists the University Registrar & Associate Registrar as needed with the preparation and organization of the Commencement Ceremony.
  • Other duties as assigned in support of University Registrar, Associate Registrar and general needs of the office.

JOB TITLE: IT Support Technician

CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY T2

DEPARTMENT: Information Technology Services (ITS)

SUPERVISOR: IT Support Services Manager or any other supervisor designated by the president

Job Purpose:

This position assists staff, faculty, and students with technical support of desktop computers, applications, and related technology. Activities require interaction with application software and operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office 365 environment, and Apple Macs) to diagnose and resolve problems. The position uses IT Client Management tool to provide first-line helpdesk support to AUP users, assisting them in person, via phone, email, and remote connection. Problem resolution may involve the use of diagnostic and help request tracking tools, as well as require that the individual give in-person, hands-on help at the desktop level.

Duties and Responsibilities – Desktop support

• Assists staff with the installation, configuration, and ongoing usability of desktop computers, peripheral equipment and software within established standards and guidelines.
• Troubleshoots system failures and network issues involving Mac and Windows devices, printers, WIFI, authentication, connectivity, VoIP telephone, and printers by providing solutions to restore functionality.
• Performs installation and routine maintenance of network cabling, patching network cables to the switches; test network links through basic networking utilities such as ping, etc.
• Performs basic user management tasks such as user ID information, password reset, and directory search using the users-management web page.
• Works with the IT support team and System Operations staff as appropriate to determine and resolve problems received from clients.
• Builds and Deploys new desktops, workstations, notebooks, and handheld devices by use of deployment tools.
• Performs hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, and configuring systems and applications.
• Responds to and resolves user requests for technical support in a timely manner using AUP Request Management Systems.
• Works with vendor support contacts to resolve technical problems with desktop computing equipment and software.
• Trains and orients staff on the use of hardware, standard desktop software, and Microsoft 365 collaboration tools.
• Responds to and resolves user requests for support in a virtual environment such as Microsoft Azure. 
• Takes ownership of user problems and be proactive when dealing with user issues.

Duties and Responsibilities – Other support

• Maintains hardware inventory for computers and printers using AUP Request Management Systems. 
• Supports users in the use of computer equipment by providing necessary training and advice.
• Installs and maintains audio/visual hardware and software: deliver, installs, and maintain classroom technology as needed.
• Assists students and faculty in classrooms and other student areas around campus as needed.
• Performs reasonable tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Skills Required

• 2-4 years experience providing technical support services.
• Experience with LAN/WAN networks.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of computer hardware, software, local area network and peripheral equipment.
• Working knowledge of operating systems with emphasis on Windows and Mac OS environments as well as knowledge of Local Area Network, PC hardware set-up and configuration, printer set-up and configuration, virus protection, Multimedia equipment, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated, autonomous, hardworking, good analytical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills, and eager to learn and take on additional responsibilities.

Other requirements

• Education: BTS. or equivalent combination of education and experience, Microsoft and/or Apple certifications are plus.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork skills are needed.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry hardware and supplies, between campus buildings, weighing up to 20 Kilos.
• Must be fluent in both English and French and have valid working papers for the EU.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as necessary.
• Any other task as assigned by the supervisor

Fiche de Poste 

Junior Financial Analyst AC-1

American University of Paris :

Fondée en 1962, l'Université américaine de Paris est aujourd'hui une université urbaine, indépendante et internationale, située au confluent de la France, de l'Europe et du monde. Notre objectif est d'offrir les meilleurs programmes américains de premier et de deuxième cycle à des étudiants de tous les pays, de toutes les langues et de tous les niveaux d'éducation, et de prendre notre place en tant que centre mondial renommé pour la recherche interdisciplinaire innovante.

Superviseur :

Le Responsable du contrôle de gestion ou tout autre superviseur désigné par le président

Mission générale :

L'ambition de la Direction Financière d'AUP est de garantir une information financière fiable et d'être au service des différents départements supports comme opérationnels.

Sous la responsabilité du Responsable du Contrôle de Gestion, vous participerez au pilotage de l'activité de l'université et à la mise en place d'outils d'aide à la décision.

Vous travaillerez en étroite collaboration avec le service comptabilité et les différents responsables de départements.

Vous accompagnerez la Direction Financière dans sa transition digitale au travers du nouvel ERP UNIT4 mis en place.

Mission du Junior Financial Analyst

Cette fonction qui a vocation à être automatisée comporte aujourd’hui les éléments suivants :

Reporting Financier - Assurer les clôtures des différentes entités et piloter le suivi budgétaire :

• Extraire, contrôler, analyser l’ensemble des postes du P&L, des investissements et des différents indicateurs opérationnels
• Accompagner le service comptabilité dans le suivi et la mise en place des provisions pour le pilotage du résultat
• Commenter le P&L et les écarts dans une note de synthèse avec un focus particulier sur la marge par programme éducatif (Undergraduate and Graduate)
• Alimenter et optimiser les matrices à destination des opérationnels et de la Direction Financière

Budget et Forecast - Participer activement à l'élaboration de ces estimations

• Récolter, synthétiser, contrôler et challenger les prévisions des opérationnels dans le cadre des Forecast et Budgets (N+1 & 3 Year Plan)
• Analyser les écarts par rapport aux principales échéances et alerter la Direction Financière des potentiels risques et opportunités

Transverse - Être le support financier aux différents départements

• Assurer le suivi et la communication des reporting
• Répondre aux différentes demandes des interlocuteurs (suivi d'indicateurs, création de tableaux de bords, mesure des impacts financiers et non financiers des projets)
• Piloter / Participer à des projets transverses Finances et / ou opérationnels ainsi qu'à l'amélioration continue de l'activité
• Être proactif et source de proposition dans la mise en place des outils et définition des KPI (Enrollment, HR, Financial sustainability) et leur automatisation

Toute autre tâche appropriée demandée par le superviseur.

Profil recherché :

• Diplômé(e) d’une Ecole de Commerce ou Université niveau Bac +5 en Commerce / Finance
• Une première expérience en Finance / Contrôle de Gestion d'au moins 2 ans
• Anglais courant à l’oral et à l’écrit
• Vous maitrisez parfaitement Excel (la maîtrise des macros serait un plus) et l’ensemble du pack office et avez de réelles appétences pour les outils informatiques
• Rigueur et capacité d'organisation pour délivrer des informations fiables depuis des bases de données
• Bon relationnel pour naviguer au sein d’un environnement complexe
• Force de proposition
• Esprit d’équipe

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – T2 category

SUPERVISOR

Maintenance Manager  or any other supervisor designated by the president.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, and as part of a team, the technician carries out renovation, maintenance and repair work; provides logistical support for the establishment's activities; and ensures that the premises are kept clean.

DUTIES

Maintenance and renovation work

• Carries out all types of maintenance, renovation and repair work in buildings in accordance with the rules of the trade, in particular: masonry, painting, plastering, locksmithing, carpentry, laying floor coverings.

Electrical work

• Performs electrical work according to his level of clearance:

• Small maintenance and bulb replacement

• Repairs

• Troubleshooting (circuit breaker problems, short circuits, wear and tear on equipment, etc.)

• Electrical installations (high and low current)

Plumbing works

• Repairs

• Installations and modifications

Logistics

• Setting up rooms

• Logistical support for events

• Participates in moving and transportation

Cleanliness and hygiene

• Clean buildings and equipment when necessary

• Take out the garbage when necessary

Miscellaneous

• Processes assigned support tickets under the direction of the Maintenance Manager.

• Any other tasks requested by the Maintenance Manager.

Other appropriate duties assigned by the supervisor

SCHEDULES

35 hours per week, normally Monday to Friday. The schedule may vary according to the needs of the department, in order to ensure adequate coverage and continuity of service.

SKILLS

• General knowledge of building techniques.

• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a team and in a multicultural environment.

• Computer skills: e-mail, Internet.

• B license (driving the service van)

• Up-to-date first aid certificate.

JOB TITLE AND CLASSIFICATION

Senior Communications and Outreach Coordinator – T3

DEPARTMENT

Office of Communications and Outreach

SUPERVISOR

Director of Communications and Outreach  or any other supervisor designated by the president

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of all communications activities (e.g., print, email, social, events) related to the University’s outreach and advancement activities with the intention to (re)engage alumni, former students, parents, and friends with the University.

More specifically, the Senior Communications and Outreach Coordinator focuses on the development of digital and print designs to support the engagement and fundraising activities of the University; management of digital platforms and portals, including the website and social media, to engage AUP’s community in its outreach and advancement efforts; planning, creation and execution of email marketing campaigns and strategies for all constituents of the University; analysis and interpretation of data from a variety of sources to inform strategy and execution; data entry and management as it relates to the communications activities of the office; design and production process management of merchandise and gear for the office; and research and development of compelling written material for use in digital and print format.

The Senior Communications and Outreach Coordinator aligns the activities and content strategy of the outreach and advancement function with the overall communications strategy, ensuring consistent messaging for internal and external constituencies, anticipating new opportunities and the development of communication methods and channels as they arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, coordinate, develop and execute all communications activities of the outreach and advancement functions of the University in collaboration with the relevant team members in the Office of Communications and Outreach.

Email Marketing

• Source and produce content for all email campaigns in collaboration with the members of the Office of Communications and Outreach.
• Produce the AUP alumni and parents newsletters in coordination with the Parent Relations Manager and the Alumni Affairs staff.
• Create fundraising appeals, campaign updates and donor reports, leveraging the resources of Office of Communications and Outreach.
• Coordinate the development and execution of event communication via email and support other team members in successfully engaging AUP’s community with its event and program offerings.
• Create one-off emails and campaigns when needed.
• Regularly report on the effectiveness of campaigns, suggesting improvements to distribution methods, frequency, timing and content where needed.
• Coordinate with the Senior Communications Coordinator & Digital Marketing Specialist and the Parent Relations Manager on aligning email strategies for parents from pre-arrival to post-graduation.

Print and Digital Design

• Co-lead the design, writing and production of print and digital publications, including the development of content for engagement campaigns, events, appeals, and donor reports in close collaboration with the Communications team writer and the Director of Communications and Outreach.
• Update all material related to outreach and advancement activities when changes arise, ensuring consistent messaging and coherent use of the AUP brand across all formats and channels.
• Advise and support other team members on design tasks when needed.

Websites and Digital Platforms

• Create content related to the outreach and advancement activities of the University on the AUP website, social media groups, the alumni portal and any other relevant platforms.
• Regularly review content on all platforms for accuracy and relevance, updating all platforms as needed to provide a consistent digital landscape.
• Respond to and engage with the global AUP community via digital platforms, creating a welcoming environment for all members, acting as a community manager.

Data Management and Reporting

• Establish data tracking and reporting methods in order to determine the effectiveness of communications campaigns such as newsletters and fundraising appeals.
• Explore the use of data as a critical tool for segmentation and targeting regarding list creation, event management, email campaigns and print mailing campaigns.

Other Responsibilities

• Support the content strategy and production of alumni, parent and donor videos.
• Advise members of the Office of Communications and Outreach on best practices for engaging the University’s various audiences via digital channels.
• Take on additional tasks when necessary as assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in design, communications, marketing or a related field
• Previous work experience in designing, writing and delivering digital and print communications
• Proven experience and working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Photoshop
• Understanding of the social media landscape with a focus on community management, including platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. Prior experience is a bonus
• Experience creating, sourcing and managing content development, writing, editing, print production, and web publishing
• Demonstrate a passion for and knowledge of the importance of data and how it can be used effectively to inform strategy, segment audiences and target messages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including outstanding English-language writing and editing skills
• Demonstrated team and collaboration skills and an ability to work with multiple people on assigned projects
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills to effectively engage with different audiences through a variety of platforms. Previous experience in community manangement is a bonus.
• High initiative and ability to manage a project from start to finish
• Ability to work solo and in a dynamic team environment.
• Previous work experience in outreach and advancement for a university or non-profit as well as French language skills is a plus

Only applicants who have French or EU citizenship, or those who hold a valid French Carte de Résident will be considered for this position.

The American University of Paris invites applications for an Assistant Professor specializing in Fashion Studies, beginning 1 August 2023. This position is housed within the Department of Communication, Media and Culture. Candidates should have cross-cultural expertise and academic training in Fashion Studies or Fashion Communications and Cultures. In addition to excellent scholarship, ideal candidates would have experience and contacts in the professional field of fashion. Highest consideration will be given to candidates with proven research or professional experience in Global South cultures and with complementary disciplinary expertise in any of the following fields: anthropology, cultural studies, digital media and emerging technologies, film studies, material culture, sociology, sustainability, or visual culture.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in any of the aforementioned with a strong emphasis on Fashion by time of appointment. Proven capacity for engaged teaching committed to student learning within a liberal arts context, and to experiential learning and critical practice. Strong record in curriculum and course development. Familiarity with liberal arts education, learning objectives, skill development (critical thinking, information literacy, writing in the disciplines, etc.) and assessment is highly desirable. Strong research and publication potential in Fashion Studies. Capacity to work in a multi-cultural environment a strong plus. Ability to speak French is recommended but not required.

European Union citizenship or legal right to work in France, while helpful, is not necessary at the time of application.

We invite and encourage members of underrepresented populations to apply. The University is an equal opportunity employer for whom diversity is an essential source of vitality and strength.

The Institution:  Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a small, undergraduate and Master degree-granting institution with a Liberal Arts core, dedicated to the advancement of the Arts & Sciences in an international and multicultural environment. AUP brings together the values of the American higher education system with its location in Paris and Europe. Located at the crossroads of American and European institutions of higher education and research, AUP facilitates its faculty’s development of an international and stimulating professional network. The Middle States Commission for Higher Education accredits AUP in the United States of America. AUP has cooperative agreements with USA and European-based universities.

The Department: Dedicated to the international and comparative study of communications, media and culture, the department houses three undergraduate majors (Global Communications, Film Studies, Journalism), six undergraduate minors (Fashion Studies, Sociocultural Anthropology, Comparative Political Communications, Global Communications, Journalism, Film Studies) and a dynamic MA program in Global Communications offering additional MA tracks in: Fashion; Development Communications; and Digital Cultures and Industries. A Major in Fashion Studies is projected to be launched in September 2023. The department has 16 full-time faculty, 5 part-time faculty, 150 undergraduate majors and 90 graduate students. https://www.aup.edu/academics/departments/communication-media-and-culture https://www.aup.edu/academics/graduate-programs/global-communications

Responsibilities:

• The full-time teaching load consists of six courses per year. 
• Teaching responsibilities will primarily be focused in the department’s Fashion Studies curriculum. 
• Contributing to the development of an undergraduate major in Fashion Studies will be an immediate responsibility
• Teaching in other areas of the undergraduate and graduate curriculum may be possible, including: anthropology, visual culture, material culture, critical cultural studies in branding, and museum studies. 
• Professional mentorship is an important component of our work with students. 
• Commitment to scholarship, excellence in teaching, integrative learning 
• Service to the department (contributing to curricular development and innovation, advising students)
• Service to the university (participation in committee work, assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration)
• Participating in faculty governance, including attending full faculty, department, and committee meetings
• Working in a professional and collegial manner with the university community
• Maintaining compliance with policies and procedures in the Faculty Manual

Faculty at AUP must have a commitment to liberal arts education in a highly international environment and pursue international research and scholarship. We seek engaged teacher-scholars and have high expectations of teaching and scholarly research for promotion. AUP follows an American model of academic promotion (Assistant, Associate, Professor).

Applications: Please submit your application through https://apply.interfolio.com/113821 to include

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness
• statement of research interests
• a writing sample of recent scholarship
• three confidential letters of reference

Applications should be received by 15 November, 2022 for full consideration.

The American University of Paris invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Finance beginning 1 August 2023. This full-time position is housed in the Department of Economics & Management.

Qualifications: A PhD in Finance or closely related field is required at the time of appointment (1 August 2023).  The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record or potential for teaching excellence, service to the institution, scholarly research, and publication in the field of finance. 

Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level finance courses that may include corporate finance, investments, sustainable finance, international finance, and computational finance. Capacity and willingness to teach undergraduate courses in accounting is likewise desirable. Experience with or an interest in teaching or research in the areas of social enterprise or non-governmental organizations is interesting in the context of our undergraduate and graduate programs. Applicants with experience in a liberal arts environment and an interest in participating in AUP’s core curriculum are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants having completed the coursework for a PhD but not yet defended their doctoral dissertation with a strong teaching, service, or research agenda may be considered for the position.

Faculty at AUP must have a commitment to liberal arts education in a highly international environment and pursue interdisciplinary education and research.  The university offers support and mentorship to new faculty. We seek engaged teacher-scholars and have high expectations of teaching and scholarly research for promotion. AUP follows an American model of academic promotion (Assistant, Associate, Professor).

The American University of Paris is an equal opportunity employer. We consider diversity as an essential source of vitality and strength for our scholarly community and its growth. Consequently, we invite and encourage women and candidates from underrepresented populations to apply.

European Union citizenship or legal right to work in France, while helpful, is not necessary at the time of application.

The Institution:  Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a small, undergraduate and Master degree-granting institution with a Liberal Arts core, dedicated to the advancement of the Arts & Sciences in an international and multicultural environment. AUP brings together the values of the American higher education system with its location in Paris and Europe. Located at the crossroads of American and European institutions of higher education and research, AUP facilitates its faculty’s development of an international and stimulating professional network. The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accredits AUP in the United States of America. AUP has cooperative agreements with USA and European-based universities.

The Department: The Economics and Management Department at The American University of Paris is a well-established department that provides a collegial work environment where responsibilities are shared among colleagues. The Department offers support and mentorship to new faculty by helping them to establish intellectual networks on campus. Valuing the ideas of liberal arts, faculty aims for a contextualized and active learning approach. Emphasizing interdisciplinary education and research, the department maintains close ties with faculty in other disciplines within the University as well as with research centres, universities, and industry in France and globally.

Responsibilities:

• The full-time teaching load consists of six courses per year
• Teaching responsibilities will primarily be concentrated in the department’s International Finance major and MSc Program in International Management
• Professional mentorship is an important component of our work with students
• Developing and maintaining an active research agenda
• Commitment to the values of liberal arts education, scholarship, and teaching
• Service to the department (contributing to curricular development and innovation, advising students)
• Service to the university (participation in committee work, assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration)
• Participating in faculty governance, including attending full faculty, department, and committee meetings
• Working in a professional and collegial manner with the university community
• Maintaining compliance with policies and procedures in the Faculty Manual

Applications: Please submit your application through Interfolio here to include:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness
• statement of research interests 
• a writing sample of recent scholarship 
• three confidential letters of reference 

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on 14 November 2022. The search will continue until the position is filled.

The American University of Paris invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning August 1st, 2023. This full-time position is housed in the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Environmental Science.  

Qualifications: Candidates must have a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline at the time of appointment. An Applied Mathematician is preferred for this position, but excellent applications from candidates in related fields will be considered. Specialities of particular interest include mathematical and computational modeling (particularly for the social sciences); computational biology and environmental modeling (ecological and population dynamics, gene/genomic theory); public health modeling (epidemiological modeling, demographic modeling); statistical modeling (including data analysis and data science); predictive modeling, machine learning and language models (computational linguistics, natural language models in data science); physical sciences (astrophysics, climate, fluid dynamics, climate).   

Candidates should show a proven capacity for research and engaged teaching. Teaching experience within a liberal arts context or familiarity with liberal arts education is desirable. Strong interdisciplinary interest in the social sciences or an applied discipline is an asset. The candidate must be able to speak and write in fluent English. The ability to speak French is recommended but not required. 

European Union citizenship or legal right to work in France, while helpful, is not necessary at the time of application.  

We invite and encourage members of underrepresented populations to apply. The University is an equal opportunity employer for whom diversity is an essential source of vitality and strength.  

The Institution:  Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a small, undergraduate and master’s degree-granting institution with a Liberal Arts core, dedicated to the advancement of the Arts & Sciences in an international and multicultural environment. AUP brings together the values of the American higher education system with its location in Paris and Europe. Located at the crossroads of American and European institutions of higher education and research, AUP facilitates its faculty’s development of an international and stimulating professional network. The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accredits AUP in the United States of America. AUP has cooperative agreements with USA and European-based universities. 

The Department: Cherishing the ideals of the liberal arts, the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Environmental Science aims for a contextualized and active learning approach. Emphasizing interdisciplinary education and research, the department maintains close ties with other departments within the University as well as with research centres, universities, and industry in Europe and all over the world. The full-time faculty in the department have expertise in a diverse collection of disciplines including number theory, group theory, statistics, computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, automated reasoning, human-computer interaction, evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, biodiversity, biophysics, planetary science, astronomy, and climate. 

The department hosts majors in Mathematics and Computer Science, in Computer Science, in Quantitative Environmental Science, and in Environmental Studies, along with six minors, and a small but growing curriculum in Data Science, including a master’s program in Human Rights and Data Science.  We contribute to AUP’s innovative Global Liberal Arts Core Curriculum by providing AUP students with skills for quantitative, experimental and abstract reasoning; comprehension, analysis, and integration of knowledge; digital literacy and critical thinking; and skills to formulate and efficiently solve problems. 

Responsibilities:  

• The full-time teaching load consists of six courses per year within the undergraduate mathematics curriculum. Faculty are also expected to contribute to the development of new courses.  
• Teaching responsibilities will primarily be focused in the department’s Mathematics curriculum. Most of the courses taught in mathematics are in introductory calculus and statistics classes, as well as mathematics for Liberal Arts classes. Depending on the successful candidate’s area of expertise, teaching higher level applied mathematics, pure mathematics or statistics courses would also be expected.  Teaching in other areas of the core curriculum (for example, in the First Bridge program or in Digital Literacy classes) would be possible. Development of interdisciplinary courses linking mathematics, statistics, or data science with other areas of the AUP curriculum would be desirable. 
• Maintain an active research program, ideally involving undergraduate students where possible, culminating in publications in peer-reviewed international journals.  
• Research collaboration with other institutions is highly encouraged, particularly if specialized equipment or expertise is required.  
• Service to the department will include advising students, participation in committee work and contributing to curricular development and innovation.  
• Service to the university will entail participating in assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and faculty governance, including attending full faculty, departmental, and committee meetings.  
• Faculty at AUP must have a commitment to liberal arts education in a highly international environment and pursue international research and scholarship. We seek engaged teacher-scholars and have high expectations of teaching and scholarly research for promotion. AUP follows an American model of academic promotion (Assistant, Associate, Full Professor). 

Applications: Please submit your application through Interfolio link  to include: 

• cover letter 
• curriculum vitae 
• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness 
• statement of research interests  
• a writing sample of recent scholarship  
• three confidential letters of reference  

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on 14 November 2022. The search will continue until the position is filled.

The American University of Paris invites applications for a full-time position in the Department of Psychology, Health and Gender at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning 1 August 2023. Candidates should be generalists in psychology with expertise in social and cultural aspects of the discipline as well as qualitative and quantitative methods. The ability to make a strong contribution to the department’s Gender, Sexuality and Society program would be a plus.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Psychology or Human Development by the time of appointment (1 August 2023). Proven capacity for research and engaged teaching is essential. Teaching experience within a liberal arts context or familiarity with liberal arts education is desirable. Strong interdisciplinary interest in the social sciences and/or an applied discipline is an asset. Ability in several languages is a plus.

The University is an equal opportunity employer for whom diversity is an essential source of vitality and strength.

The Institution: Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a small, undergraduate and Masters degree-granting institution with a Liberal Arts core, dedicated to the advancement of the Arts & Sciences in an international and multicultural environment. AUP brings together the values of the American higher education system with its location in Paris and Europe. Located at the crossroads of American and European institutions of higher education and research, AUP facilitates its faculty’s development of an international and stimulating professional network. The Middle States Commission for Higher Education accredits AUP in the United States of America. AUP has cooperative agreements with USA and European-based universities.

The Department: The Department of Psychology, Health and Gender consists of a Psychology major and a Gender, Sexuality and Society major. We also house minors in Gender Studies and Psychology. Our Psychology degree is taught as an interdisciplinary degree with a firm basis in psychological theory and methods and places particular emphasis on the sociocultural aspects of human lives. In our courses, students are challenged to understand the cultural and social bases of human action, thought, and feeling. In this way, they are able to take new insights into our intercultural world.

Responsibilities:

• The teaching load is the equivalent of six courses per academic year

• Teaching responsibilities range from introductory undergraduate core courses to upper-level courses in the

  candidate's area of expertise in the psychology major as well as possibly in the gender, sexuality and society

  major

• Professional mentorship is an important component of our work with students

• Commitment to scholarship, excellence in teaching, integrative learning

• Service to the department (contributing to curricular development and innovation, advising students)

• Willingness to provide service to the university (participation in committee work, assessment,

  interdisciplinary collaboration)

• Participating in faculty governance, including attending full faculty, department, and committee meetings

• Working in a professional and collegial manner with the university community

• Maintaining compliance with policies and procedures in the Faculty Manual

  Faculty at AUP must have a commitment to liberal arts education in a highly international environment and pursue international research and scholarship. We seek engaged scholars and have high expectations of teaching and scholarly research.

  Applications: Please submit your application through http://apply.interfolio.com/115606 to include:

• cover letter

• curriculum vitae

• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness

• statement of research interests

• a writing sample of recent scholarship

• three confidential letters of reference

If you are interested, please submit your application before November 30th, 2022 to http://apply.interfolio.com/115606.

The American University of Paris invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Science beginning 1 August 2023. This full-time Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Environmental Science.

Qualifications: The candidate must possess a PhD in Science by the time of appointment and have expertise in one of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Ecology, Evolution, Conservation Biology, Biodiversity, Renewable Energy, Earth Science, Planetary Science, Astronomy.

Candidates should have a proven capacity for engaged teaching and research. Teaching experience in a liberal arts context and strong interdisciplinary interests are highly desirable. The successful candidate will be sharing a laboratory with several scientists, and priority will be given to student- centered research programs that have modest space and equipment requirements. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English. The ability to speak French is a plus but is not required.

European Union citizenship or legal right to work in France, while helpful, is not necessary at the time of application.

We invite and encourage members of underrepresented populations to apply. The University is an equal opportunity employer for whom diversity is an essential source of vitality and strength.

The Institution: Founded in 1962, The American University of Paris (AUP) is a small, undergraduate and Master degree-granting institution with a Liberal Arts core, dedicated to the advancement of the Arts & Sciences in an international and multicultural environment. AUP brings together the values of the American higher education system with its location in Paris and Europe. Located at the crossroads of American and European institutions of higher education and research, AUP facilitates its faculty’s development of an international and stimulating professional network.

AUP has cooperative agreements with USA and European-based universities.

The Department: Cherishing the ideals of the liberal arts, the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Environmental Science aims for a contextualized and active learning approach. Emphasizing interdisciplinary education and research, the department maintains close ties with other departments within the University as well as with research centres, universities, and industry in Europe and all over the world. The full-time faculty in the department have expertise in a diverse collection of disciplines including evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, biodiversity, biophysics, planetary science, astronomy, climate, computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, automated reasoning, human-computer interaction, number theory, group theory, statistics, and operations research.

The department hosts interdisciplinary majors in Environmental Studies, Quantitative Environmental Science, Mathematics and Computer Science, and Computer Science, along with five minors and a growing curriculum in Data Science, including a Master’s program in Human Rights and Data Science. We contribute to AUP’s innovative Global Liberal Arts Core Curriculum by providing AUP students with skills for quantitative, experimental and abstract reasoning; comprehension, analysis, and integration of knowledge; digital literacy and critical thinking; and skills to formulate and efficiently solve problems.

The American University of Paris invites applications for a tenured-track position is housed in the The Middle States Commission for Higher Education accredits AUP in the United States of America.

The department also hosts one of the university’s five interdisciplinary Research Centers, the Edward & Joy Frieman Environmental Science Center, which combines cutting-edge environmental research involving undergraduates with public outreach and community engagement on current environmental issues.

Responsibilities:

• The full-time teaching load consists of six courses per year within the undergraduate science curriculum. Faculty are also expected to contribute to the development of new science courses.

• Teaching responsibilities will include general education science courses with accompanying labs, upper-level science courses, and interdisciplinary science electives. All scientists within the department take turns teaching an introductory Environmental Science course, and the candidate will have the opportunity to develop other courses within their discipline that align with the university’s curricular needs.

• Maintain an active research program

• Maintain a competitive research program that involves undergraduate students, culminating in publications in peer-reviewed international journals.

• Research collaborations with other institutions are highly encouraged, particularly if specialized equipment or expertise is required.

• Service to the department will include advising students, participation in committee work and contributing to curricular development and innovation.

• Service to the university will entail participating in assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and faculty governance, including attending full faculty, departmental, and committee meetings.

  Faculty at AUP must have a commitment to liberal arts education in a highly international environment and pursue international research and scholarship. We seek engaged teacher-scholars and have high expectations of teaching and scholarly research for promotion. AUP follows an American model of academic promotion (Assistant, Associate, Professor).

   

Applications: Please submit your application through the http://apply.interfolio.com/114705 to include:

• Detailed cover letter

• curriculum vitae

• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness

• statement of research interests

• a writing sample of personal recent scholarship

• A publication list

• three confidential letters of reference

Applications should be received by 1 December, 2022, for full consideration.