Associate Director, PPE Programs & Student Success

upenn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 67,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is looking for an Associate Director for the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) program. The role serves as the primary advisor for undergraduate PPE students, handling degree requirements, concentration approvals, study abroad, and academic progress.

Responsibilities include identifying at‑risk students, coordinating with the Faculty Director on annual budgeting, and collaborating across departments to expand PPE offerings and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 1–3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination.
• PhD in PPE-related disciplines strongly preferred.
• Experience in academic advising preferred.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse population across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary academic advisor for all undergraduate PPE students.
• Provide guidance on degree requirements, concentration approvals, study abroad, and academic progress.
• Identify at‑risk students and connect them to campus resources.
• Manage student records, track graduation timelines, and clear students for graduation.
• Partner with the Faculty Director to develop the annual program budget.
• Collaborate on strategic curricular planning and draft the end-of-year program report.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Budget management

Education

Master's degree

PhD in PPE-related disciplines

Job description

University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is looking for an Associate Director for the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) program. The role serves as the primary advisor for undergraduate PPE students, handling degree requirements, concentration approvals, study abroad, and academic progress.

Responsibilities include identifying at‑risk students, coordinating with the Faculty Director on annual budgeting, and collaborating across departments to expand PPE offerings and opportunities.