Job Title: Research Associate and Academic Program Coordinator

Research Associate and Academic Program CoordinatorBy continuing to use and navigate this website, you are agreeing to the use of cookies.Skip to main contentHomeWorking at PurdueHow to ApplyLife in Lafayette-West LafayetteLife in Indianapolis Explore CareersAthletics, Recreation & WellnessBusiness and FinanceBusiness Development/SalesChild CareCommunication/Marketing/Public RelationsCustodial and Skilled TradesDining & CulinaryEngineeringEnvironment and SustainabilityExecutiveExtensionFacilities Management and Physical PlantFarming, Fishing and ForestryGrounds and Landscape ServicesHealth and Medical ServicesHuman Resources and LegalInformation TechnologyLecturerLibraryOffice AdministrationPlanning, Design, and ConstructionPostdoctoral ResearcherProject ManagementPublic Safety, Security and Emergency ServicesResearch and LaboratorySecretarial/ClericalStudent Affairs, Student Services, & Res LifeVeterinary MedicineHomeWorking at PurdueHow to ApplyLife in Lafayette-West LafayetteLife in Indianapolis Explore CareersAthletics, Recreation & WellnessBusiness and FinanceBusiness Development/SalesChild CareCommunication/Marketing/Public RelationsCustodial and Skilled TradesDining & CulinaryEngineeringEnvironment and SustainabilityExecutiveExtensionFacilities Management and Physical PlantFarming, Fishing and ForestryGrounds and Landscape ServicesHealth and Medical ServicesHuman Resources and LegalInformation TechnologyLecturerLibraryOffice AdministrationPlanning, Design, and ConstructionPostdoctoral ResearcherProject ManagementPublic Safety, Security and Emergency ServicesResearch and LaboratorySecretarial/ClericalStudent Affairs, Student Services, & Res LifeVeterinary MedicineLanguageEnglish (United States)View ProfileEmployee LoginJob DescriptionApply nowReq Id: 42039Job Title: Research Associate and Academic Program CoordinatorCity: West LafayetteJob Description:Job SummaryThe Research Associate and Academic Program Coordinator will conduct applied research and provide academic program administration in support of forestry and natural resources initiatives. In this role, you will plan research objectives, execute research methods, gather and verify data, conduct stakeholder outreach, create research databases and GIS-based outputs, and support dissemination of findings through reports, presentations, and publications. The research component of the position will focus on two major initiatives: creating a directory of living forest genetic trials across the eastern United States and establishing an online database for synthesizing forest invasive pest survey data in the eastern United States. In addition, you will also provide administrative and programmatic support for a professional master’s program in Digital Ecology and Natural Resources.What You'll Be Doing:Collaborating with the Principal Investigator to define research objectives, refine methodology, and update procedures as neededDeveloping and distributing email surveys to state and federal agencies, land-grant universities, NRS offices, current and former project managers, and other relevant collaboratorsGathering information on surviving genetic plantings with pedigreed information, including plantings where at least the mother tree or genotype of each tree is knownUpdate the status of trials listed in the 1981 publication and adding studies established since 1981 to the genetic trial directoryVerifying plantation sites using satellite data and other geospatial resourcesGeotagging the presence or absence of plantations and document verification statusCreating a digital linkage among plantings, former and current managers, and the location of related paper files or archival recordsDeveloping a searchable database and GIS map that list documented genetic plantingsCollaborating with the PI to prepare written or oral research communications, including sponsor reports, conference presentations, and publicationsGathering, organizing, and documenting invasive pest occurrence, surveying, reporting, and impacting dataVerifying invasion records using existing databases, published information, agency records, and input from domain expertsConducting outreach activities with state and federal agencies to support more consistent invasive species reportingHelp streamline data gathering, timely updates, and automated reporting of forest invasive pests and their impactsSupporting development of an online database that synthesizes invasive pest survey data across the eastern United StatesOrganizing workshops or stakeholder meetings to connect with agency partners, researchers, and other collaboratorsCoordinating administrative planning for the digital data acquisition campSupporting coordination of modular online course offerings, including course scheduling, instructor communication, and tracking of course delivery needsWorking with faculty and program leadership to identify appropriate course topics, potential instructors, and opportunities for curriculum developmentAssisting with strategic planning for program growth, including identifying new course modules, certificate pathways, continuing education options, and professional training opportunitiesSupporting recruitment efforts for the professional master’s program by communicating with prospective students, coordinating information sessions, and supporting outreach to relevant professional audiences to increase program visibility and attract prospective studentsSupport planning related to the financial model for the program, including instructor funding, course budgeting, revenue models, enrollment targets, and long-term program sustainabilityAssisting in evaluating administrative and programmatic options for offering courses to professionals through traditional academic programs, certificate programs, continuing education, or other non-degree pathwaysWhat We're Looking For:Master degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or other natural resources related fieldsExperience in Microsoft Word and ExcelExcellent interpersonal skills and professionalism in dealing with students, faculty, staff, and research cooperatorsGood organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detailCapable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, and handling confidential information with discretion Ability to work both independently and in a team setting Nice To Have: Experience with Access database and GIS What We'd Like You To Know:Learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary, https://bit.ly/3sHGblsPurdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA Background Check is required for employment in this positionFLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting PeriodPurdue University is an EO employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to applyCareer StreamProfessional 2Pay Band S120Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.phpJob Code #20003710Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/Effective August 1, Purdue implemented a new background screen policy: any internal transfer will receive a new background screen if one has not been run within the last year.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.EOPurdue University is an EO/EA University.Apply nowPosting Start Date: 5/6/26Careers HomeView All Jobs© Copyright 2024, Purdue University - An equal access/equal opportunity university