What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Purdue University?
The Scalable Asymmetric Lifecycle Engagement in K-12 (SCALE K-12) Project Manager will work to help achieve the day-to-day objectives of a research-to-practice project from the US Department of Defense (DoD). The goal of the project is to develop microelectronics-based workforce development efforts for K-12 students both in school and out of school. This project has the following partners: Purdue University, Indiana University, NSWC Crane, University of Michigan, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a regional education development organization, 9-10 school districts in Indiana, 1 school district in Illinois, and 1 school district in Michigan. Work to implement established procedures requires communication with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the variety of activities involved, ranging from coordination of curriculum implementation schedules, development of data collection schedules, facilitating communication between partnership members, facilitating implementation of a summer professional development institute for teachers, as well as curriculum implementation in schools, and Teacher Fellow ME Curriculum Workshop, requires attention from a part-time Project Manager.
This is a part-time benefits-eligible position working 20 hours/week.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Communication with internal and external stakeholders, implementation of program policies, processes, and procedures.
- Coordination of curriculum implementation schedules, development of data collection schedules, and overseeing implementation of data collection in classrooms
- Assist with teacher professional development coordination, including the development of agendas and securing lodging, catering, and supplies. Assist with program reporting to funders.
The School of Engineering Education (ENE) at Purdue University envisions a more inclusive socially connected and scholarly engineering education. This implies that we radically rethink the boundaries of engineering and the purpose of engineering education. Our mission to transform engineering education based on scholarship and research rests on three pillars: Re-imagining engineering and engineering education, creating field-shaping knowledge, and empowering agents of change. To learn more, please visit: https://engineering.purdue.edu/ENE
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
- Two (2) years of experience in K-12 teaching, project/program management experience, and/or K-12 curriculum development or professional development
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Able to work on computer software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work with a diverse team and build partnerships with internal and external partners
- Strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining relationships with K-12 organizations
- Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and graduate students
Additional Information:
- 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 Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
