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Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London, specialising in Economics and Management, is recruiting an Undergraduate Programmes Director. Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London is the London campus of the prestigious French Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL and a UK Higher Education provider that offers programmes leading to the award of degrees from Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL. EQUIS accredited, Université Paris-Dauphine – PSL is a member of PSL (Paris Sciences et Lettres Research University), placed 36th in the Shanghai World Academic ranking 2020. Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London currently runs undergraduate and summer courses in Economics, Management, Law, Social sciences, Quantitative Disciplines, a start-up incubator, Executive Education programmes, and a variety of seminars and conferences. Since 2019, we have been engaged in the process of registering with the Office for Students, which includes compliance with the QAA framework.

We are looking for a passionate and bright academic wishing to provide strong academic leadership for all pedagogical matters concerning our undergraduate programmes.

The Undergraduate Programmes Director will ensure the delivery of the educational aims of the undergraduate programmes in three main areas: content of the undergraduate programmes; recruitment and leadership of the undergraduate academic teaching staff; student recruitment and guidance provision.

Line reporting: he/she reports to the Managing Director.

Functional reporting: to the Chair of the Academic Board and to the Chair of the Bachelor’s in Economics and Management Course Board, Licence Sciences des organisations Director.

Cooperation: he/she works in close cooperation with the Bachelor’s in Economics and Management Course Board members, the LSO Law Track Course Board members, the Programmes Administration, Quality and Student Life teams and the LSO Department in Paris.

Management: he/she provides the Academic Leads and the Module Leaders of our undergraduate programmes (around 20 academic staff in total) with direction and guidance to ensure they guarantee the academic homogeneity between the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London and the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL undergraduate programmes, in the terms defined by the Université Paris-Dauphine PSL and by the Course Boards, and they achieve the highest possible standards of excellence in all their teaching and learning activities, in line with Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London teaching standards.

Duties and main activities:

1. Deployment of content of the undergraduate programmes 

- Have responsibility for undergraduate course & curriculum development and approval, in line with the Université Paris Dauphine - PSL standards and the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London standards Course Boards standards.

- Chair the BEM and the LSO Law Track Examinations Boards.

- Ensure the examination process is in line with the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL and Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London standards.

- Cooperate with relevant staff members in the Université in Paris, to ensure standards alignment.

- Give direction and general co-ordination to the work of the academic staff contributing to the undergraduate programmes. 

2. Recruitment and leadership of undergraduate teaching staff

- Ensure the appropriate selection and monitor the performance of the academic staff teaching in our undergraduate programmes, in line with the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL and the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London standards.

- Give expert advice on matters relating to the undergraduate Lecturers performance, pedagogical direction and examinations and assessments.

- Ensure that academic staff performance is managed appropriately and in a way that is consistent with the expectations of Université Paris Dauphine – PSL and Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London.

- Hold regular meetings with academic teaching staff.

3. Undergraduate students recruitment, advice and guidance

- Review the BEM applications and chair the BEM Selection Committee.

- Validate the academic content of Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, London undergraduate programmes brochures and webpages. 

- Contribute to the promotion of Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, London undergraduate programmes (forums, open days).

- Hold office hours for the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London undergraduate students and provide them with individual pedagogical guidance and support, in coordination with the other permanent academic staff and the educational coaches when need be.

- Contribute to ensure the best possible student experience throughout their studies at Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London .

- Approve the undergraduate students internships agreements.

4. Academic Quality and Management

- Be an active member of Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, London Management team and contribute to the overall leadership and academic management of the London campus.

- Develop and contribute to the implementation of Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London – PSL Quality system, specifically regarding academic policies and procedures.

- Advise the Academic Board, the Course Boards and other relevant Boards and colleagues on matters in relation to the development, review and implementation of the curriculum, teaching and learning experience.

- Attend and contribute to the preparation of the Academic Board, in liaison with the Quality Manager and the other Academic Leads and Directors.

- Provide support and advice to the Managing Director in the planning of academic resources for Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, London, including participation in faculty recruitment and selection.

- Contribute to foster a culture of excellence, co-operation and respect both within and beyond Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London.

- Seek and develop opportunities for development, collaboration and joint working with other UK Educational Institutions.

5. Teaching

The Undergraduate Programmes Director is expected to teach some undergraduate modules at the Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London campus. The modules and the number of taught hours will be discussed depending on the candidate profile and requirements for the academic year.

Location: London, N1 (homeworking possible, depending on circumstances).

Working time: 0.6 to 1 FTE, including 0.4 FTE for the mission of undergraduate studies director. The working time is flexible, between 0.6 to 1 FTE, depending on the candidate’s wishes, profile, teaching requirements and further development projects.

Key benefits: 

• 40 days holidays + bank holidays per annum pro rata.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to lead projects within a “boutique” higher education institution and make a direct impact on the development of this unique institution.
• Attractive pension plan.

Closing date: 29 October 2021, however applications will be evaluated as they come in and interviews may be offered before the closing date. 

Starting date: January 2021 

To apply: please send a CV to cecile.sansalone@dauphine.psl.eu and Julie.bailly-maitre@dauphine.psl.eu  

Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London, specialising in Economics and Management, is recruiting a Lecturer in Contract Law. Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London is the London campus of the prestigious French Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL and a UK Higher Education provider that offers programmes leading to the award of degrees from Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL. EQUIS accredited, Université Paris-Dauphine – PSL is a member of PSL (Paris Sciences et Lettres Research University), placed 36th in the Shanghai World Academic ranking 2020. Université Paris Dauphine – PSL, London currently runs undergraduate and summer courses in Economics, Management, Law, Social sciences, Quantitative Disciplines, a start-up incubator, Executive Education programmes, and a variety of seminars and conferences. Since 2019, we have been engaged in the process of registering with the Office for Students, which includes compliance with the QAA framework.

Main duties and responsibilities

• To teach at undergraduate level, a module on Contract Law (Offer & Acceptance, Intention to create Legal relationships, Consideration, Privity of contract, Void, voidable contracts, Terms, Exclusion clauses, Misrepresentation, Discharge & Remedies) of 18h per semester from Sept 2021 (12 sessions of 1h30 each semester). Lecturers will be mainly online but 2 sessions will be on campus.
• To contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum.
• To coordinate with the module leader.
• To participate in faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration (once a semester).
• To participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a lecturer To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To liaise with the Undergraduate director and other staff regarding the progress of individual students and groups.
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
   

Person specification

• A qualification in Law and qualification or experience in teaching.
   

Skills and aptitude 

• Evidence of ability to teach and to supervise academic work in an international environment.
• Very good spoken and written communication skills in English.
• The ability to work collaboratively.
• The ability to work and achieve high standards.
• Good planning and organisation skills.
• Ability to use a range of teaching methods in the classroom and to promote a stimulating learning environment.
• Creative skills and ideas for planning practical and interesting lessons.
• Competent user of ICT with the ability to use these skills in the classroom.
• Commitment to extra-curricular activities.
• Effective listening skills.  
   

Other requirements

• Commitment to high-quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students.
• Enthusiasm and a sense of purpose in the delivery and assessment of the curriculum.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and safeguarding. Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Commitment to public communication.
   

The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
 

Salary

Depending on experience and education background, from £78 to £112 per teaching hour.

For further information and/or to apply to the position, please email dauphinelondon@dauphine.psl.eu