Founding Director - Purdue University Medicine & Health Pathways Program

Req Id: 43077

Job Title: Founding Director - Purdue University Medicine & Health Pathways Program

City: Indianapolis

Job Description:

Job Summary

Purdue University in Indianapolis is a fully integrated expansion of West Lafayette, extending to central Indiana the academic rigor and accessible excellence for which Purdue is known. We seek a strategic and collaborative leader to help launch an innovative Medicine & Health Pathways Program that will support undergraduates in Indianapolis interested in pursuing healthcare careers.

The Founding Director of the Purdue University Medicine & Health Pathways Program will oversee an initiative to support pre-professional STEM students interested in pursuing careers in health-related professions. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Purdue in Indianapolis, the Founding Director will collaborate with colleagues Purdue-wide and in the community to set a vision for a vibrant infrastructure that supports Boilermakers seeking to apply to a health-related professional school. Specifically, the Program will coordinate and disseminate student opportunities in undergraduate research in health and medicine, clinical shadowing experiences, including those that are patient-facing, and pre-medicine and health leadership. The initial focus will be on students interested in pursuing medicine or similarly related health professions.

This full-time professional staff leadership position will work in-person on campus in Indianapolis, Indiana, but will also work closely with colleagues based in West Lafayette, Indiana, as needed. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and to shape meaningful experiences for undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in health-related professions.

Responsibilities

Leadership of the Purdue University Medicine & Health Pathways Program

• Leadership for the Program includes functional areas in clinical experiences, undergraduate research, and leadership development. Support leaders within each area to set direction and deliver a comprehensive program that provides pre-medicine and health interested students with the ability to submit competitive professional school applications.
• Work with executive leadership team to develop and institute a long-term strategic plan for the Medicine & Health Pathways Program in Indianapolis based on university goals and best practices. This includes assessment of innovative programs, advising strategies, and student achievement.
• Oversee initiatives to support and grow the Program.
• Work closely with university- and college-level recruitment teams to curate and disseminate Medicine & Health Program opportunities.

Leadership, Supervision, and Staff Development

• Build, supervise, and manage a team that develops connections for students to gain research, clinical, and leadership experiences.
• Prioritize accountability and communication while cultivating a positive team culture.

Service and Projects

• Collaborate with senior leadership team on short- and long-range planning efforts.
• Support and engage a wide range of student populations, including first‑generation and international students.
• Represent the Program with key university stakeholders such as advising and recruitment initiatives.

About Us:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What Were Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will need:

• Advanced degree in a related field (e.g., Higher Education Administration, Education, Management or equivalent)
• Six (6) or more years of experience working in a higher education setting with increasing levels of responsibility
• Direct experience to supervise and develop a high-functioning team
• Experience managing a major/complex project, including those with multiple stakeholders

Preferred Qualification:

• Proven ability to create and sustain partnerships with external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions
• Experience establishing positive working relationships

Additional Information:

• The priority deadline to apply is July 28, 2026. Cover letters are required with all applications. The cover letter should outline skills and experience directly related to the position.
• 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

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.

Career Stream

Compensation Information:

Professional 4

Pay Band S065

Job Code # 20002136

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA University

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Posting Start Date: 7/14/26