The American University of Paris invites applications for a full-time permanent position in the Department of Economics & Management at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning 1 August 2026.

Qualifications:

A PhD in Accounting or a related Management, or Business Administration field is required at the time of the appointment. The successful candidate will have a track record and/or demonstrated potential for teaching excellence, service to the institution, scholarly research, and publications in the field of accounting and/or management.

The appointees will be responsible for teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in financial and managerial accounting. Additionally, they will teach courses in management and other subjects related to accounting and finance.

Applicants with experience in a liberal arts context and an interest in occasionally engaging in transdisciplinary teaching are strongly encouraged to apply. Additionally, applicants who have completed coursework toward a PhD but have not yet defended their doctoral dissertation, and who have a strong record in teaching, service, or research, may also be considered for the position.

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 individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.

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 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.

About the Economics & Management Department:

The E&M Department strives to offer an interdisciplinary and international learning environment that encourages students to examine a variety of perspectives and methods of critical thinking. With a focus on reflective and ethical approaches to present-day economics and management questions and challenges, students are preparing for further academic work and their future professional careers. Our diverse faculty has a wide range of academic and professional experience and is dedicated to preparing compelling and rewarding classroom experiences. The department hosts five majors, six minors, and an MSc in International Management. We also offer a joint MSc program in Strategic Brand Management with the Department of Communication, Media, and Culture as well as a five-year BA/MSc program.

Responsibilities:

• The teaching load is six courses (at 37 classroom hours per course) per academic year
• Developing and maintaining an active research agenda
• Excellence in teaching, and interdisciplinary learning.
• Academic advising and professional mentorship of students.
• Service to the department – contributing to curricular development, innovation, and collaboration.
• Service to the university through participation in committee work, assessment, and 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.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures outlined in the Faculty Manual, demonstrating a commitment to ethical conduct.
• Willingness to contribute to the first-year program.

Application instructions:

Please submit your application to https://apply.interfolio.com/170147 including the following materials:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of pedagogical philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness
• statement of research interests
• 2 samples of recent written scholarship
• three confidential letters of reference

Application deadline:

Please submit applications by November 10th, 2025