Purdue University
Instructional Specialist -Indianapolis
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Indianapolis, IN
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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May 14th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Purdue University is hiring an Instructional Specialist for The Data Mine program within its College of Science. The role involves collaborating with faculty and instructional staff to develop and facilitate hands-on data science and computing learning experiences, supporting undergraduate courses through applied labs, team projects, and lecture-adjacent instruction.
Highlights
- Supports planning and coordination of undergraduate Data Mine courses
- Facilitates applied lab experiences and team-based real-world projects
- Collaborates with instructional staff, faculty, and curriculum developers
- Contributes to course operations, student support, and instructional preparation
- Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related technical or education field
- Minimum two years of relevant experience in supporting instruction or academic programs
- General knowledge of data science curricula and higher education course operations
- Preferred experience with Purdue instructional laboratories, computer lab equipment, and learning management systems
- Exempt position with a substantial benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off
- Requires a background check; Purdue University does not sponsor employment authorization for this role
Instructional Specialist -Indianapolis Full Description
Job Summary
Instructional Specialist
Purdue University | The Data Mine | Indianapolis, IN
Purdue University | The Data Mine | Indianapolis, IN
Help create the kind of learning experience that turns data science concepts into real-world impact.
As an Instructional Specialist with The Data Mine in Purdue’s College of Science, you will collaborate closely with instructional specialists in the Department of Computer Science, as well as faculty and curriculum development partners, to create learning experiences that translate data science and computing concepts into real‑world impact. This role supports Purdue’s commitment to hands-on learning, student success, and innovative teaching by helping students engage in applied labs, lecture-adjacent instruction, and team-based projects rooted in authentic data science and computing challenges.
What You'll Do:
• Support the planning and coordination of undergraduate Data Mine courses
• Assist with lecture-adjacent instruction and facilitate applied lab experiences
• Help students work through team-based, real-world data science and computing projects
• Collaborate with instructional staff, faculty, and curriculum development specialists to deliver engaging learning experiences
• Contribute to course operations, student support, and instructional preparation
• Help create an inclusive, organized, and high-impact learning environment
• Assist with lecture-adjacent instruction and facilitate applied lab experiences
• Help students work through team-based, real-world data science and computing projects
• Collaborate with instructional staff, faculty, and curriculum development specialists to deliver engaging learning experiences
• Contribute to course operations, student support, and instructional preparation
• Help create an inclusive, organized, and high-impact learning environment
What You Bring
• Experience supporting instruction, student learning, or academic programs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Comfort working with data science, computing, or applied problem-solving environments
• Ability to stay organized while balancing multiple priorities
• A student-centered mindset and interest in helping learners grow through hands-on experience
• Experience supporting instruction, student learning, or academic programs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Comfort working with data science, computing, or applied problem-solving environments
• Ability to stay organized while balancing multiple priorities
• A student-centered mindset and interest in helping learners grow through hands-on experience
Why Purdue?
At Purdue, teaching and learning are strengthened by collaboration, innovation, and a focus on student success. The Data Mine offers students a practical, team-based environment where they build skills, solve problems, and connect classroom learning to real-world applications. Joining this team means contributing to a program that helps students thrive while advancing Purdue’s broader mission of impact through education and discovery.
At Purdue, teaching and learning are strengthened by collaboration, innovation, and a focus on student success. The Data Mine offers students a practical, team-based environment where they build skills, solve problems, and connect classroom learning to real-world applications. Joining this team means contributing to a program that helps students thrive while advancing Purdue’s broader mission of impact through education and discovery.
This position will be located on the Indianapolis campus in Indiana.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree in science with focus on computer science, data science, computing discipline, or other technical or education major required
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience
Skills Required:
- General knowledge of data science curricula
- Understanding of the organization and operation of higher education courses
- Have an understanding of the function of teaching assistants
- Ability to:
- effectively communicate with faculty and teaching assistants
- work independently, and with large groups
Preferred:
- Working knowledge of Purdue instructional laboratories and general knowledge of computer lab equipment
- Knowledge of the operation of course learning management systems
- Ability to:
- teach and monitor progress of teaching assistants
- maintain a course website
Additional Information:
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional 2
- Pay Band S055
- Job Code #20003613
Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Equl Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EOE employer.
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