Careers at AUM

Vacancies

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.
We invite you to explore our website and learn how HR partners with the university to achieve its strategic goals. The university’s vision guides HR operations to recruit, retain and engage a team of well-qualified employees.

We’re Hiring!

We’re looking for qualified individuals with the passion and talent to help AUM fulfill its mission. We’re growing fast and new faculty, staff, administrative and professional positions are opening up every day.

Make sure to send your application to hr@aum.edu.mt

Faculty

Teaching Assistant in Computer Science and Game Development

Vacancy Open Date : 06/09/22 – Vacancy Close Date : 06/10/22

We are looking for a part time employee in Computer Science and Game Development field who will be assisting teachers with lesson preparation and running practical classes.

Responsibilities:

  • Working with lead instructor to help student with respective lab sessions and tutorials
  • Assisting teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment.

 Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Game Development or relevant field is required but Master’s degree in similar field is preferred.
  • Good programming skills (preferably C#, C++)
  • Experience in IT or education Industry
  • Experience with Unity 3D Engine is a plus
  • Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching best practices.
  • Must have a positive attitude with outstanding interpersonal and presentation abilities.
  • Based in Malta and eligible to work

 If you are interested and fulfill the requirements, please send your CV with cover letter to hr@aum.edu.mt.

Assistant / Associate / Professor of Cyber Security

Vacancy Open Date : 05/10/22 – Until filled

The College of Data Science and Engineering at the American University of Malta invites qualified applicants in the field of Cyber Security full-time faculty position for the Spring semester of 2023.

 

Spring semester starts on January 30, 2023, it requires candidates to be present in Malta on campus for face-to-face teaching.

 

The successful candidates will have:

  • A D. in Computer/Cyber Security or related field.
  • Teaching and research experience in the field of expertise.
  • Candidates should be based or ready to relocate to Malta in January

The selected candidates will carry out teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels courses and research in the field of Cyber Security.

The position is of open rank, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, depending on experience. 

Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic ‘Cyber Security’

  1. A letter of interest
  2. Curriculum vitae
  3. Research and teaching statements
  4. Two professional references

Screening of applicants will start as soon as applications are received and will continue until the positions have been filled.

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.

Assistant / Associate / Professor of Software Engineering

Vacancy Open Date : 05/10/22 – Until filled

The College of Data Science and Engineering at the American University of Malta invites qualified applicants in the field of Software Engineering full-time faculty position for the Spring semester of 2023.

 

The spring semester starts on January 30, 2023, it requires candidates to be present in Malta on campus for face-to-face teaching.

 

The successful candidates will have:

  • A D. in Computer/Software Engineering or related field.
  • Teaching and research experience in the field of expertise.
  • Candidates should be based or ready to relocate to Malta in January

The position is of open rank, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, depending on experience. 

The selected candidates will carry out teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels courses and research in the field of Software Engineering.

Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic ‘Software Engineering’

  1. A letter of interest
  2. Curriculum vitae
  3. Research and teaching statements
  4. Two professional references

Screening of applicants will start as soon as applications are received and will continue until the positions have been filled.

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.

 

Adjunct Instructor / Writing Centre Consultant

Vacancy Open Date : 09/12/22 – Until filled

The American University of Malta invites a consultant or adjunct instructor for running Writing Centre at University. 

We expect the consultant will provide editing advice or consultation to students concerning their writing assignments in various courses. The consultation aims to get the student to become his own best editor by equipping the student with the tools necessary to both identify and correct writing errors.

A consultant should be available on-campus for five regularly scheduled hours per week, spread over at least four days of the week or make himself available online (in Teams) at those same regularly scheduled hours, for the benefit only of those students who attend classes remotely

We are expecting applicants with the following qualification:

  • Specialist in English language (Master’s degree required) 
  • Similar Experience will be an advantage  
  • Candidate should be based/ able to come in Malta and legally eligible to provide service 

Documents to Submit:

  • CV
  • Cover letter: Must specify similar experience in relation to this posting. 

The list of documents should be sent by email to: HR@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Writing Centre Consultant”.

Faculty for Electronics and Communication Engineering

Vacancy Open Date : 24/02/23 – Until filled

The College of Data Science and Engineering at the American University of Malta invites qualified applicants in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering to be available on September 1, 2023 and will start teaching on September 12, 2023. The selected candidates can teach undergraduate level courses (E.G. Electric Circuits, Random Signal Analysis, Electronics, Control Systems, Signal Processing) and have done research in the field of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The successful candidate will have:

• A Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering or related field.

• Teaching and research experience in the field of expertise.

The position is at the rank of Assistant or Associate level, depending on experience.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Electronics Engineering

  • A letter of interest
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research and teaching statements
  • Two professional references

Screening of applicants will start as soon as applications are received and will continue until the positions have been filled.

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.

Faculty for Game Development

Vacancy Open Date : 24/02/23 – Until filled

The College of Data Science and Engineering at the American University of Malta invites qualified applicants in the field of Software Engineering or Computer Science or related field with a specialty in Game Development to be available on September 1, 2023 and will start teaching on September 12, 2023. The selected candidates can teach undergraduate level courses in Game Development (E.G. Game Networking, Game Design, Game Engine Development, Game Physics), can teach graduate level courses in Computer Science and have done research in the field of Game Development. The successful candidate will have

• A Ph.D. in Software Engineering or Computer Science or related field with a specialty in Game Development.

• Teaching and research experience in Game Development.

The position is at the rank of Assistant or Associate level, depending on experience.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Game Development

  • A letter of interest
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research and teaching statements
  • Two professional references

Screening of applicants will start as soon as applications are received and will continue until the positions have been filled.

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.

Administration

Executive Secretary

Vacancy Open Date : 06/07/21 – Vacancy Close Date : 06/08/21

AUM is currently seeking Executive Secretary to be part of the President office team and be dealing with all administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the Office of the President
  • Assist with Board of Trustees Meetings and Events
  • Work with, coordinate with leaders of entities in Malta and abroad
  • Perform duties as assigned by the President within expertise
  • Assist in planning ,organizing and executing events
  • Be a professional representative of the President
  • Know AUM and be a proactive for AUM and its development
  • Be professional, positive with constituents of the President’s Office
  • Set up filing system and keep filing current and files in order
  • Coordinate and manage the President’s calendar
  • Arrange trips for the President
  • Set up, coordinate and facilitate meetings
  • Attend and facilitate events that will sometimes be scheduled in the evenings and on weekends
  • Prepare documents for President’s meetings
  • Any other tasks and duties that are required to be carried out.

Job Requirements:

  • 5 years’ experience, at least two years in similar position.
  • Fluent English speaker, Maltese and/or other languages is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft office 365.
  • Good appearance and independent character.

You CV please send to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Executive Secretary”

Finance Officer

Vacancy Open Date : 06/07/21 – Vacancy Close Date : 06/08/21

Finance Officer

We are looking for a Finance officer to join our team on a Full-time basis. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance , the Finance Officer plays an important role in the smooth and efficient delivery of the day-to-day activities of the Finance Function.

Key duties and responsibilities:

  • Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts.
  • Prepare daily/weekly/monthly various students reports.
  • Reconciliations of vendor and students accounts.
  • Posting daily transactions in the systems.
  • Assist in preparing the Revenue each semester of the university.
  • Coordinate with other departments like Admission & registration.
  • Prepare the weekly payment report for the due invoices.
  • Perform other Finance general duties as assigned by management.

 Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

  • An Accountancy qualification – minimum Bachelor of Accounting.
  • at least one-year experience in a similar role.
  • Work experience in same industry will be a big advantage.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and writing.
  • Highly proficient in excel, word and outlook.
  • Knowledge in software’s like, Odoo , Salesforce ,OIS will be an advantage.
  • Good command of English (speaking & writing).

Interested applicants should send an updated CV together with a covering letter to hr@aum.edu.mt ‘Finance Officer”

Registrar Officer

Vacancy Open Date : 06/07/21 – Vacancy Close Date : 06/08/21

Registrar Officer

Registrar Officer is responsible for Registrar Office operations such as recording and maintaining student data, documentation, reporting

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Coordinate the official enrollment and academic certification: Enrolment Letters, Transcripts, Verification of Degrees, and other official documents provided by Registrar Office.

· Conduct AUM’s official Academic Catalog in alignment with MFHEA requirements and course updates.

· Provide support for determining academic eligibility and academic progress with Dean’s List, Academic Status Changes, and Graduation.

· Process transfer credits for incoming students together with Admission

· In collaboration with Deans, prepare course and final exam scheduling in the student information system

· Ensures the academic calendar, academic catalog, course scheduling, and timely academic exams schedule are presented in a transparent manner.

· Respond to various requests for information on students and programs

· Compile and distribute registration and enrollment statistics to management

· Follow up different Registrar Office matters

· Maintains accurate records throughout the registration process.

· Ensures records are updated with new grades, attendance, academic status, and related academic performance information (including but not limited to operating transfer credits).

· Delivers accurate and useful academic students’ progress, academic study plan progress, faculty member academic progress (in terms of course deliverables) and statistics to the Deans, Academic Affairs Office, Quality Assurance Office and Provost Office.

· Able to use software related to records administration, and perform related Register office duties in the absence of the Registrar.

· Ensures that teaching and learning systems operations work properly (OIS, Moodle, Teams, Zoom etc.), and adapts the current system to the new technologies and delivers the appropriate training to both academic and non-academic staff.

· Organizes and delivers the students’ orientation session regarding student enrolment/registration, and use of teaching platforms (Moodle, OIS, Teams, Zoom etc.)

· Executes the student survey for course evaluation (every semester) and provides a timely report (before the end of the semester) to the Provost’s Office.

· Organizes and delivers the faculty’ orientation session regarding academic advising activities, the use of teaching platforms (Moodle, OIS, Teams, Zoom etc.), and attendance and exams regulations.

· Provides support in a timely manner to all departments in terms of data and information required for university’s reports (e.g. student survey for course evaluation; attendance list required by different university departments).

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

· Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree or degree

· Preferable 2-year experience in a similar role in higher education.

· Very Good command of English and communication skills (both verbal and writing)

· Highly proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook, and task management tools (Asana, Jira, Trello)

· Good analytical skills and ability to work with data

· Problem-solving, prioritizing, and delegation.

Interested applicants should send a CV to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Registrar Officer”.

Management Trainee

Vacancy Open Date : 04/07/21 – Vacancy Close Date : 04/08/21

Job Responsibilities:

 The trainee works under the supervision of managers and executives in organizations to acquire all essential knowledge to work in the office. 

 Duties:

  • Overseeing general business office operation.
  • Greeting visitors, answering incoming phone calls 
  • Searching information upon requests 
  • Provide administrative support including data entry, typing, editing, copying, filing documents, etc.
  • Coordinating appointments and meetings, managing calendars and schedules, and preparing minutes of meetings.
  • Producing reports, composing correspondence, and drafting documents.
  • Creating presentations and reports.

 

 Requirements: 

  • Upper secondary education
  • A good level of writing and speaking of English is a must
  • Computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel 
  • Basic knowledge and skills of office work and environments 
  • Good communication and social skills 

Interested applicants should send a CV to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Management Trainee”.

IT Helpdesk

Vacancy Open Date : 11/10/22 – Vacancy Close Date : 11/12/22

We are looking for IT Helpdesk to join our team on a full-time basis at our campus, Bormla. The IT Helpdesk is mainly responsible for providing technical support for all operating systems at AUM.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide Technical support for all AUM operating systems
  • Set up and configure computer and network hardware
  • Keep all computer workstations up to date and connected to the network
  • Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners
  • Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks
  • Responding in a timely manner to service issues and requests
  • Providing technical support across the AUM   (this may be in person or over the phone)
  • Setting up accounts for new users
  • Repairing and replacing equipment as necessary
  • Testing new technology

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or similar.
  • 3-5 years of experience as an IT support specialist.
  • Exceptional ability to provide technical support and resolve queries.
  • In-depth knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networks.
  • Ability to determine IT needs and train end-users.
  • Experience in documenting processes and monitoring performance metrics.
  • Ability to keep up with technical innovation and trends in IT support.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Abilityt o learn fast

 

Interested applicants should send a CV to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “IT Helpdesk”.

Undergraduate Assistant in Administration

Vacancy Open Date : 01/10/22 – Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

 The Undergraduate Assistant works under the supervision of manager in AUM Administration to acquire all essential knowledge to business work in the office.

Duties:

  • Overseeing general business office operation.
  • Greeting visitors, answering incoming phone calls 
  • Searching information upon requests 
  • Provide administrative support including data entry, typing, editing, copying, filing documents, etc.
  • Coordinating appointments and meetings, managing calendars and schedules, and preparing minutes of meetings.
  • Producing reports, composing correspondence, and drafting documents.
  • Creating presentations and reports.

Requirements: 

  • Undergraduate student (BA)
  • A good level of writing and speaking of English is a must
  • Computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel 
  • Basic knowledge and skills of office work and environments 
  • Good communication and social skills 

 

Undergraduate Assistant in the Game Laboratory

Vacancy Open Date : 01/10/22 – Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

 The Undergraduate Assistant works under the supervision of managers in Game Laboratory to acquire all essential knowledge to business work in the office and Game Lab.  

 Duties:

  • Prepared the Game software installation and check all computers before practical session
  • Prepare basic game objects for introductory level of game students
  • Help Instruction by finding the free game resources
  • Organize and cooperate to manage the esports internal competitions
  • Create game/e-sports related activities (e.g., volunteers tutoring) with interested parties

 Requirements: 

  • Prospective candidates should complete the diploma in Computer Science, graphics design, IT, or any other related field (MQF 5) or current undergraduate/postgraduate students (MQF 6/7)
  • Basic knowledge of Game design, programming (C++/C#), modelling, lighting, animation, etc.
  • Proficient with Game Engine handling, e.g., 3D Game Engine

 

Undergraduate Assistant in Student Affairs Office

Vacancy Open Date : 01/10/22 – Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

The Undergraduate Assistant works under the supervision in AUM Student Affairs Office to acquire all essential knowledge to business work in the office.

Duties:

  • Assisting in addressing student needs and complaints
  • Assisting in compiling documentation pertaining to student affairs
  • Assisting in managing issues related to residence permits & accommodation
  • Assisting in organizing student activities – extracurricular or otherwise – on and off campus

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate student (BA) or similar
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
  • Ability to type accurately at a rate required for successful job performance
  • Good level of English, and a second language is highly valued
  • Time management skills and attention to detail are a must
  • Good interpersonal skills and complaint management

 

 

 

Undergraduate Assistant to the Graphic Designer

Vacancy Open Date : 01/10/22 – Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

Undergraduate Assistant in Graphic Design

Job Responsibilities:

The Undergraduate Assistant works under the supervision of AUM’s Graphic Designer to acquire all essential knowledge for business work in the office.

Duties:

  • Assisting the Graphic Designer with providing social media content to AUM’s digital partners.
  • Assisting in collecting GDPR forms from students, faculty and persons in the proposed published images.
  • Communicating and coordinating upcoming photoshoots with students and faculty.
  • Assisting on another projects which might be required by the Graphic Designer. 

Requirements: 

  • Undergraduate student (B.A.) or similar in Art or Graphic Design or Photography.
  • Good level of English language knowledge for content writing.
  • Knowledge of additional languages will be a plus.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
  • Ability to produce a visual content if needed.

 

 

Graduate Assistant in Admission and Recruitment

Vacancy Open Date : 09/11/22 – Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

The Graduate Assistant works under the supervision in AUM Admission and Recruitment to acquire all essential knowledge to business work in the office.

Duties:

  • Supervise the timely and professional response to all enquiries from prospective students through telephone and email
  • Deal with the agent enquiries
  • Contact the leads who have the potential to be recruited
  • Track incoming admissions deposit

Requirements: 

  • Complete BA degree
  • A good level of writing and speaking of English is a must
  • Computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel 
  • Basic knowledge and skills of office work and environments 
  • Good communication and social skills 

 

 

 

Consultant in Education

Vacancy Open Date : 10/11/22 – Until Filled

The American University of Malta invites a consultant or service provider for the professional development workshop for current faculty members. 

We expect the consultant will organize and conduct workshops on the requested topics, review prepared by faculty practical implementations of samples and create an accumulative guidelines for future references.

Topics of workshops are the following:  

Interactive learning techniques

Online teaching techniques

Learning outcomes

We are expecting applicants with the following qualification:

  • Specialist in Education (preferably Ph.D. or Ph.D. track)
  • Experience in training faculty at the university level
  • Candidate should be based/ able to come in Malta and legally eligible to provide service

Documents to Submit:

  • CV
  • Cover letter: Must specify the topics from the list above that you are qualified to teach in relation to this posting. Also include experience level.

The list of documents should be sent by email to: HR@aum.edu.mt with topic “Consultant”.

 

Contact the HR Office

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Elena Chernitskaya

HR Manager

If you have any questions about careers at AUM, make sure to contact our HR team.