Academic Deputy of the Associate Vice President for Education

EPFL, the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 worldwide in many academic rankings. EPFL has over number staff members who contribute to the three main missions of the School: research and education. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than number people, including nearly number students and number researchers from over 120 different countries. The academic assistant to the Associate Vice-President for EPFL ensures the proper functioning of the Bachelor-Master system, oversees the quality of education, and proposes innovative teaching methods. The position to be filled aims to support the Associate Vice-President in all academic missions related to the Bachelor and Master policies of EPFL. Main tasks and responsibilities:The assistant ensures the follow-up of questions and academic files related to the Bachelor and Master programs in collaboration with the units of the Associate Vice-Presidency. In this context, they collaborate with the President and the Provost of EPFL, with the other Associate Vice-Presidencies, as well as with the faculties and sections of EPFL. Under the direct authority of the Associate Vice-President, this person ensures the proper functioning of the X Master system and participates in the implementation of study plans and regulations. They are concerned with the smooth running of teachings and examinations and participate in the management process of admissions and scholarships. Specifically, the responsibilities of this position are:- Ensure the proper functioning of the X management system of the School- Support the evolution of study plans and regulations- Participate in the management process of admissions and excellence scholarships- Manage academic projects and files of the Associate Vice-Presidency or chair active committee meetings in the management of studies such as, for example, the Conference and the office of section directors, the admission committees for Bachelor and Master studies, the committee that processes requests for adjustments for people with disabilities, and the exam conference.Profile:This position requires the following skills:- MSc or PhD in a research area present within EPFL- Good knowledge of the X system projects- Ability to work in a team with excellent legal framework awareness for study management- Independence in task execution- Proficiency in French and English, with German being highly desirableWe offer:- Close working relationships with individuals in charge of studies within faculties, colleges, and central services- A multicultural environment of excellence, dynamic and internationally renowned- Working conditions possibilities for commencement: September 1- Rate: 80%- Type of contract: CDI jid5b5e093aen jit0310aen jpiy26aen