Engagement Programs Leader – Cancer Research Pathways

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking an Engagement Program Administrator to support the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research (PICR) and the Office of Academic Programs and Career Success (OAPCS). The role focuses on student engagement, recruitment across training levels, and partnerships with campus and external groups to advance PICR’s mission.

You will lead program materials, track progress, and work with the team to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in project coordination, engagement and outreach activities.
• Ability to work independently and take initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Strong experience working in a collaborative environment and building cross-functional partnerships.
• Strong communication skills, knowledge of basic data analysis, facilitation skills, social media skills.
• High level of attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• High level knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to communicate the mission and vision of an organization like the PICR with students and community partners across multiple educational levels.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptable with ability to improvise and/or learn new areas without formal or specific training.

Responsibilities

• Support administrative activities within PICR and OAPCS to develop and execute initiatives, partnerships, policies, and programs.
• Lead development and distribution of program materials and monitor progress and success of programs.
• Communicate effectively with the team and identify solutions when roadblocks exist.
• Perform daily operational work to ensure project goals and deliverables are met.
• Recruit students to Purdue and engage enrolled students in cancer research opportunities.
• Coordinate with leadership to recruit students and integrate education and training programs.
• Maintain project management databases and provide data for tracking and reporting.
• Analyze data and prepare related reports; participate in strategic planning and goal setting.
• Coordinate meetings and follow-up activities; serve as liaison with Purdue departments and external partners.
• Develop surveys, reports, and educational materials; update marketing content with the Marketing Director.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Social media skills

Facilitation skills

Cross-functional partnerships

Education

BA/BS in a related field

Master's degree (helpful)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Website CMS

AI software tools

Job description

Purdue University is seeking an Engagement Program Administrator to support the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research (PICR) and the Office of Academic Programs and Career Success (OAPCS). The role focuses on student engagement, recruitment across training levels, and partnerships with campus and external groups to advance PICR’s mission.

You will lead program materials, track progress, and work with the team to deliver high-quality results.