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Purdue University is hiring a Managing Director for the Purdue Military Research Institute (PMRI). The role involves expanding PMRI's presence across U.S. military branches, fostering strategic partnerships, recruiting military officers for graduate studies, and overseeing program operations and professional development.

Highlights

Lead outreach to increase PMRI's awareness and reputation across all U.S. military branches.
Recruit and retain military officers pursuing PhD and MS degrees, and facilitate faculty-candidate connections.
Design and implement professional development programs tailored to military students.
Manage initiatives including a longitudinal impact study, monthly seminar series, and digital network.
Oversee full-time staff supporting communications and program operations.
Collaborate with College of Engineering Business Office to manage program annual budget and MOUs.
Requires a Master's degree preferably in Engineering, Management, or related STEM fields, and 10 years of military experience.
Strong leadership, strategic planning, communication, interpersonal skills, and understanding of military and graduate academic environments are essential.
Position is exempt from overtime and eligible for immediate defined contribution retirement benefits.
Requires background check; employment authorization sponsorship is not provided.

Managing Director, Purdue Military Research Institute (PMRI) Full Description

Job Summary

This is a high impact leadership opportunity for a visionary professional with military experience, strong relationship building skills and a passion for advancing national defense through education and research. The Managing Director of the Purdue Military Research Institute (PMRI) plays a pivotal role in expanding the reach and impact of PMRI across all branches of the U.S. military, while fostering strategic partnerships and supporting the academic and professional success of military officers pursuing graduate degrees at Purdue. PMRI is the largest population of military officers pursuing graduate degrees at any university worldwide (see https://engineering.purdue.edu/PMRI). The population of officers at Purdue currently exceeds 100 students pursuing PhDs and MS degrees. We intent to grow this number to build a population of unique military problem solvers.

Join one of the nation’s premier research institutions and lead a transformative program at the intersection of military service, advanced education, and cutting-edge innovation. At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together. Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.

What You'll Be Doing:

In collaboration with the PMRI Faculty Director and with support of the College of Engineering Graduate team the PMRI Managing Director will be responsible for:

Expand PMRI’s Reach & Reputation

o Build awareness of PMRI across all branches of the U.S. military.

o Increase demand for the program by cultivating relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.

o Represent PMRI at military and academic events, promoting its mission and success stories.

Recruitment & Faculty Engagement

o Recruit and retain top-tier military officers for graduate study at Purdue.

o Facilitate connections between PMRI candidates and Purdue faculty to align research interests and mentorship opportunities.

o Maintain visibility on MOU agreements and budgetary needs.

Professional Development Leadership

o Design and implement robust professional development programming tailored to the needs of enrolled military officers.

o Ensure PMRI students are supported academically and professionally throughout their graduate journey.

Strategic Program Development and Operations Management

o Conceive, launch, and manage new initiatives and key programing including a longitudinal study for continual assessment of the impact of PMRI, a monthly seminar series, and the PMRI digital network.o Oversee a full-time staff member who provides support for communications, digital network and longitudinal study initiatives. o Collaborate with College of Engineering Business Office to manage the program’s annual operating budgeto Maintain visibility on MOU agreements and budgetary needs.

About Us:

The College of Engineering at Purdue University is among the best and largest Engineering schools in the world. With nearly 16,000 engineering students and more than 500 tenure track faculty in the college, this position has ample opportunity to have an impact at one of the world’s most influential universities.

For more information about our department, please visit:

College of Engineering, Purdue University https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr
External Recognitions Program https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/People/Awards
College of Engineering's Social Media https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/social

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

Master’s Degree. Preferably in Engineering, Management or other related STEM fields.
Ten (10) years of of military experience.
Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple complex projects, and meet deadlines.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Skills needed:

Proven leadership and strategic planning abilities.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate with faculty, administrators, and military leaders.
Deep understanding of military culture and graduate-level academic environments.
Experience managing complex programs and building cross-sector partnership

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.

Additional Information:

Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
Purdue 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 Contributions immediately

Career Stream

Compensation Information:
Management 5
Pay Band S085
Job Code#20002579

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.

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