Graduate Programs Lead - PhD Admissions & Advising

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Package

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator for the College of Science – Computer Science to support the PhD program. You will advise incoming students, oversee admissions processes, and coordinate recruitment activities to enhance the graduate experience.

In this role you will collaborate with faculty and staff to manage program data, organize orientation, and ensure policy compliance while representing the department at events and conferences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of University and Graduate School rules, guidelines, processes and regulations of graduate admissions
• Basic knowledge of databases, html and web development tools; willing to learn the use of new technologies including software systems and databases
• Skills with Microsoft Office document preparation tools
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with a diverse clientele

Responsibilities

• Advise incoming PhD students regarding academic requirements, registration, policies, and program progression
• Coordinate and oversee graduate admissions processes, including application review workflows, communications, and data management
• Lead graduate student recruitment efforts and represent the department at conferences, recruiting events, and outreach activities
• Organize and coordinate prospective student campus visits and recruiting programs
• Collaborate with communications staff to develop and maintain recruitment and admissions information across websites, online systems, and promotional materials
• Prepare and maintain graduate program data, reports, and presentations for faculty and departmental leadership
• Coordinate Orientation Week activities for new graduate students and support their transition into the program
• Manage fellowship and funding application processes while working closely with faculty, students, and the Graduate School
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource on graduate program policies, procedures, and deadlines

Skills

Rules & processes knowledge

Databases

HTML & web tools

Microsoft Office

Clear communication

Education

High School Degree or HSE

Tools

HTML

Databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purdue University is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator for the College of Science – Computer Science to support the PhD program. You will advise incoming students, oversee admissions processes, and coordinate recruitment activities to enhance the graduate experience.

In this role you will collaborate with faculty and staff to manage program data, organize orientation, and ensure policy compliance while representing the department at events and conferences.