Assistant Director, Rice School of Architecture Paris-Paris 12e
Nom du programme/ université/Program or University Name : Rice School of Architecture Paris
Intitulé du poste/Job Title : Assistant Director, Rice School of Architecture Paris
Nature du poste/Job Type : Administrative
Lieu du poste/Location : Paris
Type de contrat : Part-time, initially non-employee Personal Services Agreement
Lien :
job description :
Position availability :
Responsibilities :
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the founding Director of RSAP in Houston, John J. Casbarian, who makes frequent visits during the semester, the Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day management of the Rice School of Architecture Paris program. The RSAP curriculum adheres to the highest academic standards to offer students a stimulating, immersive and challenging study-abroad semester in one of the great world capitals. As the onsite coordinator at RSAP, the Assistant Director plays a key role in ensuring that these standards are met every semester.
Responsibilities:
• Assisting the RSAP Director in the management and direction of the Rice School of Architecture Paris study-abroad program
• Maintaining daily/weekly communication with the RSAP Director in Houston, as needed, on all aspects of the program, and being available for meetings when the latter travels to Paris
• Day-to-day management of program and physical facilities in coordination with the Director
• Helping with students’ housing in Paris
• Preparing for students’ arrival each semester
• Supervising students’ progress throughout the semester through regular consultations with the RSAP Director and faculty
• Managing the semester calendar and all curricular activities in coordination with the director, faculty, guest instructors and consultants (checking syllabi and materials, planning classes, site visits and study trips)
• Making travel arrangements and assisting in the itineraries of the study trips
• Acting as the primary contact person for students and faculty in Paris
• Performing general administrative duties including accounting, and managing the school’s physical facility (maintenance, supplies, utilities, etc.)
• This Assistant Director is the initial contact person for the students, the Paris-based instructors and contributors to the program, and all service providers
• Each semester, one student of the group will be assigned to help the Assistant Director with day-to-day chores
Skills :
Qualifications and Skills:
· Master’s Degree
· Fluency in both French and English
· Excellent collaborative skills
· Experience in a field related to study abroad
· Familiarity with American university systems
· Advanced knowledge French language, culture and society
· Knowledge of architectural education culture (welcome but not essential)
· Experience in planning, scheduling and teaching
· Computer literacy (Word, Excel, etc.)
· Excellent written and spoken communication skills
· Excellent administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills
· Knowledge of Paris and its infrastructure
· Ability to work independently, yet collaboratively, without constant supervision
· Candidates must be authorized to work in France.
· Sufficient knowledge of finances to manage operational expenses (supplies, utilities, services, etc.) and travel costs for curriculum-related trips.
Qualifications :
Qualifications and Skills:
· Master’s Degree
· Fluency in both French and English
· Excellent collaborative skills
· Experience in a field related to study abroad
· Familiarity with American university systems
· Advanced knowledge French language, culture and society
· Knowledge of architectural education culture (welcome but not essential)
· Experience in planning, scheduling and teaching
· Computer literacy (Word, Excel, etc.)
· Excellent written and spoken communication skills
· Excellent administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills
· Knowledge of Paris and its infrastructure
· Ability to work independently, yet collaboratively, without constant supervision
· Candidates must be authorized to work in France.
· Sufficient knowledge of finances to manage operational expenses (supplies, utilities, services, etc.) and travel costs for curriculum-related trips.
Other :
RSAP Background:
Established in 2002 by the current founding director and located in the 12th arrondissement, near la Bastille, the Rice School of Paris, RSAP, has provided over 400 architecture students the ability to explore advanced topics in architecture. The program operates in both the fall and spring semesters. Course offerings include a design studio; seminars in history/theory, technology, and representation; as well as French language and culture classes. The Paris curriculum also includes organized study trips to other cities in France, Europe and the Middle East. Taught by Rice University School of Architecture faculty from Houston, and by leading educators and architects in Paris, and Europe, RSAP, is Rice University’s first satellite campus (now joined by Rice Global Paris with a separate campus in the Marais), taking full advantage of the extraordinary offerings that Paris provides, as well as the city’s role as a cultural nexus for the world. Limited to a maximum 10 students, RSAP is an option for advanced School of Architecture undergraduates in their fifth and final year of the professional degree program, and graduate students in their penultimate year before thesis. On very rare occasions, external students are admitted. The highly efficient and pleasant 140 square-meter facility, located at 19, rue Crozatier, provides studio space, pin-up areas, classroom, and seminar space, as well as offices, for use by this small and cohesive community.
Conditions :
Type of Position:
• Part-time, in-person, primarily a 9-month position, (closely following the Rice University, Houston academic calendar) not to exceed 20 hours a week, with a highly flexible weekly schedule
• Occasional evening or weekend availability required for program-related events or study trips
• During the semester, evening, and weekend availability as a contact person for students in the event of an emergency or crisis
• During vacation periods, prior to the start of the Fall Semester (week 3 of August) and Spring Semester (week 1 of January), ability to respond to any last-minute issues that may arise (i.e. visa application problems)
Type of Contract and Salary:
• Type of contract: part-time, initially, non-employee, personal services agreement with Rice University, Houston
• 28,000 euros per academic year as described in Type of Position
Start Date:
· 1 January 2025 (or sooner)
Required Documents :
How to Apply:
· In English, please send a resumé, with references and cover letter of interest to the Director John J. Casbarian jjc@rice.edu, and direct questions to him. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Contact :
Director John J. Casbarian: jjc@rice.edu
