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Founded in 1900, the Association of American Universities is composed of America’s leading research universities. AAU’s member universities transform lives through education, research, and innovation.
AAU helps shape policy for higher education, science, and innovation; promote best practices in undergraduate and graduate education; and strengthen the contributions of leading research universities to American society.
Why Work for AAU? A career with us provides the opportunity to work with the leaders of some of the world’s most distinguished universities to advance their educational missions of teaching, research, and service. You will be joining a team of talented, experienced, and dedicated professionals.
AAU offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Our benefits and perks enhance work-life balance and reflect AAU’s culture; protect employees and their families; encourage personal and professional growth by investing in talent; encourage staff to give back to their communities; and help employees prepare for their future.
Current Openings
Associate Vice President for Government Relations and Public Policy
AAU is excited to announce an opening for an Associate Vice President for Government Relations and Public Policy (AVP). Reporting to the Deputy VP and Counsel for Government Relations and Public Policy (GRPP), this position will lead AAU's advocacy and policy work related to federal higher education legislation, regulations, and funding. The AVP's portfolio includes student financial aid and affordability, accountability and accreditation, Title IV, VI, IX issues, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The AVP will develop and implement comprehensive advocacy strategies, monitor legislative and regulatory developments, and serve as the association's primary liaison on related issues with Congress and federal agencies, and specifically the Department of Education.
Editorial and Communications Assistant
AAU is pleased to announce an opening for an Editorial and Communications Assistant. This role will support the AAU Communications Department's critical mission to enhance the brand of, shape the narrative about, and advance the policy interests of America's leading research universities by performing various administrative tasks, producing editorial content, and managing projects. Responsibilities include helping with the drafting, production, and distribution of AAU's public communications; planning and managing meetings for AAU's constituent group for top communications professionals at our member universities; and assisting where needed with the department's overall activities. The Assistant will also manage departmental records, help organize content on the departmental SharePoint site, and support special communications projects.
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Equal Opportunity and Accessibility
AAU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We make all employment decisions without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
AAU also complies with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA). If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with AAU, please call 202.408.7500 or send an e-mail to [email protected].