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Purdue University

Coordinator of Program Research and Design

🇺🇸 West Lafayette, IN

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Project Management

🗓️ August 7th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Purdue University is hiring a Coordinator of Program Research and Design. The role involves supporting the development and implementation of student support programs by gathering data, researching best practices, and managing the design and rollout of initiatives to enhance student engagement and success. The coordinator evaluates program effectiveness and provides data-driven recommendations while collaborating with campus partners to meet student needs.

Highlights
  • Develop and implement division-wide student support programs.
  • Gather data, research best practices, and manage initiative rollouts.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to ensure responsiveness to student needs.
  • Required software knowledge includes Brightspace or other educational platforms.
  • Requires a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of program development experience.
  • Experience creating digital distribution materials is necessary.
  • Preferred experience in program development specifically for college students.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work well on a team are essential.
  • Direct interaction with college students is part of the role.

Coordinator of Program Research and Design Full Description

Job Summary
Purdue University is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Coordinator of Program Research and Design to support the development and implementation of division-wide student support programs. In this role, you’ll assist in gathering data, researching best practices, and managing the design and rollout of initiatives designed to enhance student engagement and success. A key part of your responsibilities will include evaluating program effectiveness and providing data-driven recommendations that inform future strategy.
 
You’ll collaborate with campus partners to ensure programming is responsive to student needs, while managing timelines, resources, and outcomes. This role blends strategic planning and hands-on coordination, offering an opportunity to shape meaningful student experiences and measure real impact. At Purdue, we believe in unrivaled pride and unlimited potential—join a university that values your contribution and offers continuous opportunities for growth, learning, and innovation.
What We Are Looking For
Education and Experience:
 
Required:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Two (2) years of experience in program development
  • Experience creating materials for digital distribution
  • Strong understanding and experience with Brightspace (or other educational platforms)
 
Preferred:
  • Experience in program development for college students
 
Skills:
  • Strong Communication
  • Ability to work on a team
  • Ability to positively interact with college students
 
Additional Information

Career Stream

EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA University.