Administrative and Professional Jobs at Princeton

The Payments Manager is responsible for managing the university’s payments function, facilitating the processing of payments to third parties totaling nearly $3 billion annually.   The role is responsible for processing all payments activities for a wide variety of payments including supplier payments, taxes & garnishments, and fund investments in accordance with university controls and approved payment methods. The role will provide critical oversight of all payment activities to mitigate fraud risk and ensure accurate processing of all payments, particularly international payments including foreign currency conversions and interpreting/operationalizing foreign banking requirements.The Payment Manager role will also be responsible for leading continuous improvement efforts to...

We are seeking an experienced ERP Solution Architect to lead the technical analysis, strategy development, planning and implementation of our enterprise-wide ERP replacement project covering the HCM, finance and student business domains. Reporting to the VP for IT and CIO, this critical role will provide technical leadership, design robust solution architectures, and oversee data migration and conversion strategies to ensure a seamless transition to a modern ERP platform. The ERP Solution Architect will collaborate closely with colleagues in the Office of Information Technology and the University’s Data Office, leaders of key administrative departments, cross-functional teams, vendors, and consultants to deliver a scalable, efficient, and future-ready ERP system aligned with our business...

The Princeton University Art Museum seeks a highly effective Museum Facilities Assistant to join a team that supports the Museum's facilities and staff. They will work closely with the Associate Director for Finance and Operations, the Museum Facilities Manager, the Facilities Team, the Security Operations Manager, the Head of Art Museum Security Supervisor, and the Museum Event Team. The Museum Facilities Assistant will assist with all aspects of maintaining the Museum's facilities, including maintenance of Museum spaces (multiple locations) such as light carpentry and electrical work, and light custodial work; set-up for special events; ordering and picking up supplies; painting building spaces; taking and maintaining inventory of non-art items and publications at the Museum and offsite...

Princeton University’s Office of Housing and Real Estate Services (HRES) is seeking to fill the role of the Housing Regional Engagement Specialist who will be the main point of contact for either a geographical region of the student housing inventory (undergraduate) or student housing population (graduate) and will serve as an entry point into the HRES organization. Student housing operations at Princeton is unique and diverse with 6,200 dormitory beds for undergraduate and graduate students on campus, and approximately 1000 rental apartment units for graduate students. Reporting to the Associate Director for Engagement, the Specialist will be the face of the department for the student housing community through regular and sustained contact with the Residential Colleges, Office of the...

Based in Princeton’s School of Public & International Affairs, in collaboration with and housed in the Department of Economics, the Research Program in Development Economics (https://rpde.princeton.edu/) carries out economics research on the causes and consequences of global poverty, with the goal of informing policy-making and thereby improving the lives of people living in low- and middle-income countries. We seek to hire talented and motivated predoctoral research specialists to assist several Economics faculty members working at RPDE.  Predocs will work with one or more of our faculty members, economists Pascaline Dupas, Thomas Fujiwara, Seema Jayachandran, and Mica Sviatschi (along with their co-authors), as well as RPDE post-doctoral fellows. This position is ideal for...

Serving as a critical member of the Vice President for Campus Life (VPCL) senior leadership team, the Special Assistant to the Vice President and Director of Communications develops and implements a VPCL communication strategy which presents a compelling and consistent image of the VPCL mission, vision, strategies, goals and accomplishments to various constituent groups. This position will work collaboratively with Campus Life leaders and staff in the Office of the VPCL to draft reports, proposals, briefings, presentations, speeches, correspondence and other materials on behalf of the Vice President. The Special Assistant/Director of Communications will develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with other Campus Life communicators and with the University Office of...

The Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid (UFA) at Princeton University is a unit within the Office of the Dean of the College (ODOC). The undergraduate financial aid program supports and advances Princeton’s commitment to ensuring that students from all economic backgrounds can afford to attend.  The office awards aid to over 4,000 students annually with a scholarship budget of over 325M in FY26. Reporting to the director, the UFA office manager is an integral member of the UFA team.  The office manager provides administrative support for the director, deputy director and others (as needed), executes office policy and represents the office to the Princeton University community.  The office manager is responsible for resource allocation and manages the logistics and office operations...

The Athletic Medicine Team Physician casual hourly, provides services as a UHS physician with special attention to the musculoskeletal care of the student population. This physician serves as team physician for varsity athletes at the discretion of the Director of Athletic Medicine (DAM). This includes sideline event coverage, directing the care of student athletes receiving care from a highly skilled staff of Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, a clinical registered nurse and a sports dietitian, and serving as a partner to the DAM. Evening and weekend event coverage is required.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice President for Alumni Engagement (DVP), the Director of Alumni Council Operations (Director) plays a critical leadership role in the daily management and execution of the Alumni Council Executive Committee (ACEC), the governing body of the Alumni Association of Princeton University, a separate 501(c)(3) representing all 100,000+ alumni around the globe. In partnership with the DVP and President of the Alumni Association/Chair of the Alumni Council, the Director ensures that the strategic vision and goals set by the ACEC are efficiently translated into high-impact, well-coordinated operational initiatives that support alumni involvement and institutional advancement. The Director oversees core functions such as governance oversight, volunteer pipeline...

Review undergraduate applications to Princeton University. Complete the preliminary review of the academic record of freshman and transfer applicants seeking admission to the University, in preparation for the files to be read by admission officers. Apply knowledge of varying high school systems, grades and transcripts.   Interpret and apply institutional policies and goals.

Working under the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students (ODUS), the assistant dean for student life (ADSL) reports to the dean of undergraduate students through the associate dean and to the head of the residential college through the dean of the residential college. The ADSL is the primary staff member within the residential college responsible for supporting and enhancing the undergraduate residential and co-curricular experience of students from all four years residing in or affiliated with that college (800 to 900 undergraduate students). The ADSL manages crises and emergencies and works to support students of concern. Together with other colleagues, the ADSL encourages the highest standards of good citizenship and respect for others by resolving conflicts, upholding...

The communications specialist for the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment plays a lead role in the design and implementation of the Andlinger Center communications strategic plan and will cultivate the voice of the Andlinger Center, aligning with the Center’s vision. The communications specialist ensures editorial standards, identify story ideas and writes content for multiple channels. The communications specialist helps to define the core audience and works with leadership to enhance the brand identity of the Andlinger Center strengthening connections with partners and donors. The individual will develop robust website content, enhance social media presence, and convey highly technical information to a scientific and non-scientific audience in an effort to bring research to...

The Program Administrator for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) oversees all administrative aspects of the undergraduate major and the graduate program. This role serves as the primary contact for students, faculty, the Office of the Registrar, the Office of the Dean of the College, the Graduate School, and other University offices in support of the department’s academic programs. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Finance and Administration, the Program Administrator works closely with the Department Chair, faculty leadership, and staff to implement policy, manage operations, and contribute to both short- and long-term program planning. Responsibilities include curriculum management, admissions coordination, student...

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering seeks an energetic, detail orientated, Faculty Assistant to provide administrative support to at least twelve faculty members and their research groups, as well as process their travel and purchase expenses in compliance to PU and governmental policies.  The position reports to the Grants Manager and collaborates with other faculty assistants in the department. 

The incumbent, working under the general direction of the Supervisor and/or Lead Mover, delivers, and picks up furniture, paper goods, machinery, rental equipment, and other materials as required. The incumbent will be required to move and transfer items using manual and powered material handling equipment, including flat dollies, appliance dollies, forklifts and large trucks, and must be able to obtain forklift certification within 6 months of hire.  The incumbent will also be required to occasionally work for the Sanitation Crew as a drivers’ assistant or refuse scooter operator.  This position requires good judgment, the ability to work within deadlines to perform multiple tasks, and communicate effectively with customers.  Previous experience is preferred. All Building Services...

The Princeton University Art Museum welcomes applications for the position of Creativity Lab Facilitator (CLF) to work at the new Art Museum building, scheduled to open in Fall 2025. This visitor-focused position offers the opportunity to welcome visitors to the Museum’s Creativity Labs, where they can engage in a variety of participatory art-making, writing, and reflection activities that foster inquiry, empathy, wellness, and imagination, and connect directly with the Museum’s expansive collections. As part of the Creativity Lab team within the Education Department, Facilitators are responsible for providing encouraging and engaging experiences for all Creativity Lab participants. About the Museum: With a collecting history that extends back to 1755, the Princeton University Art...

Based in Princeton’s School of Public & International Affairs and under the direction of Prof. Atif Mian, the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy & Finance (JRCPPF) promotes research and teaching at the intersection of finance, macroeconomics, and policy. We seek to hire talented and motivated predoctoral research specialists to assist multiple economics and finance faculty working with the center. This position is ideal for graduating seniors or master’s degree students interested in economics or finance, planning to pursue doctoral studies within two years. Previous research specialists have been accepted to top Ph.D. programs, including Stanford, Princeton, Harvard, Yale, MIT, Northwestern, Duke, London School of Economics, Columbia, NYU, Barcelona GSE, and the University of...

Reporting to the Grants & Finance Manager, the Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for the administration of purchasing and contract activities, as well as the management of capital assets inventory. They support all CBE research labs in these areas, as well as the department administrative and academic needs. This includes the review, approval and creation of requisitions for purchasing, marketplace orders, vouchers, honorarium payments and other transactions. The incumbent also assists in the business operations and accounting functions of the department, including the use and reconciliation of departmental credit cards and preparation of journal entries. They interact with faculty, researchers, students, Finance & Treasury Office and outside vendors; works autonomously in providing...

The Energy Plant Controls Engineer within Facilities Operations Engineering and Campus Energy is a key team member of the Facilities organization. The Energy Plant Controls Engineer works collaboratively with the Chief Engineer and Assistant Chief Engineer and is responsible for supporting the automated control systems for two (2) Geo-Exchange plants with chilled water and hot water storage tanks, one (1) Cogeneration Plant with integrated steam-driven and electric chilled water generation and chilled water storage and one (1) data center plant. These plants are integrated and operated to provide energy services to the campus while minimizing cost and carbon footprint. Job responsibilities include identifying, developing, and implementing process and system improvements, and supporting...

A fully accredited facility, University Health Services (UHS) at Princeton University provides responsive, high quality clinical, preventive, and consultative health services to over 8,500 Princeton undergraduate and graduate students and their dependents, and occupational health services to Princeton University faculty, staff, and employees. An integrated, evidence-informed model guides all UHS practices and services. UHS leverages clinical encounters and prevention efforts into meaningful opportunities for our members to learn about and adopt healthy living practices. UHS also supports a public health approach that prevents or responds rapidly to illness outbreaks and injury, and advances, preserves, or restores students’ capacity to take full advantage of their education. UHS’s...