Purdue Research Foundation
  • West Lafayette, IN, USA

The Purdue Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit foundation created to advance the mission of Purdue University. Established in 1930, the foundation accepts gifts; administers trusts; funds scholarships and grants; acquires property; protects Purdue's intellectual property; and promotes entrepreneurial activities on behalf of Purdue.

Jun 06, 2023  
Functions Serve as lead industry partnerships officer for a portfolio of top university corporate and corporate foundation prospects within the technology, consulting, and financial services sectors. Implement comprehensive goals and strategies, significantly building strong and mutually beneficial partnerships with these top university corporate and corporate foundation prospects. Lead a highly effective team of business development and relationship managers to develop a portfolio of strategic industry partners engaged across the institution. Maintain a leadership style that is open and fluid and that empowers staff through active communication and delegation. Effectively utilize a relationship building process, including identifying corporate partner for collaborative research initiatives, particularly those related to large multidisciplinary or multi-investigator projects. Work in tandem with university administrative and academic leadership in designing and...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Founded in 2021, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (KITDP) aims to secure freedom from techno-authoritarian threats by accelerating the widespread adoption of trusted tech. The Institute is the preeminent global authority of a new category of Tech Diplomacy, integrating tech expertise, Silicon Valley strategies and foreign policy tools to build the Global Tech Trust Network of governments, companies and individuals united around a set of shared trust principles and a common mission to ensure that technology advances freedom. KITDP is a bipartisan initiative under the Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with Purdue University, with offices in West Lafayette, IN and Washington, DC.    The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue seeks a Director of Stakeholder Engagement to help build, mobilize and enhance the impact of the Global Tech Trust Network, a growing coalition consisting of hundreds of diplomatic,...
Purdue Research Foundation Washington, DC, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Founded in 2021, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (KITDP) aims to secure freedom from techno-authoritarian threats by accelerating the widespread adoption of trusted tech. The Institute is the preeminent global authority of a new category of Tech Diplomacy, integrating tech expertise, Silicon Valley strategies and foreign policy tools to build the Global Tech Trust Network of governments, companies and individuals united around a set of shared trust principles and a common mission to ensure that technology advances freedom. KITDP is a bipartisan initiative under the Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with Purdue University, with offices in West Lafayette, IN, and Washington, DC.      The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue is seeking a Chief Training & Education Officer to fulfill the Institute’s unique mission to train and educate U.S. and allied diplomatic, business, tech and policy leaders...
Purdue Research Foundation Washington, DC, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Strategize with the Assistant Athletics Director - Development Operations on communication and marketing techniques to increase membership, retain existing membership, and determine solicitation calendar to effectively renew and grow the annual fund.  Execute marketing plans to drive donations and growth of the John Purdue Club annual fund in collaboration with the Assistant Athletics Director for Annual Giving and Premium Seating. Oversee the production of all communication materials representing fundraising opportunities within Intercollegiate Athletics on behalf of the John Purdue Club.  Manage and create all John Purdue Club communications, including regularly scheduled and periodic email messaging, as well as special events communications and social media outreach. Additional Responsibilities Oversee John Purdue Club emails, website, and social media communications, including the management and...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Founded in 2021, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (KITDP) aims to secure freedom from techno-authoritarian threats by accelerating the widespread innovation and adoption of trusted tech. The Institute is creating and leading a new category of Tech Diplomacy, uniquely integrating tech expertise, Silicon Valley strategies and foreign policy tools to build the Global Tech Trust Network of governments, companies and individuals united around a set of shared trust principles and a common mission to ensure that technology advances freedom. KITDP is a bipartisan initiative under the Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with Purdue University, with offices in West Lafayette, IN, and Washington, DC.  KITDP is seeking its first Chief Communications Officer, who will report directly to the Director of the Institute, ignite a global movement around trusted technology and demonstrate how the Institute is leading the way. ...
Purdue Research Foundation Washington, DC, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Founded in 2021, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (KITDP) aims to secure freedom from techno-authoritarian threats by accelerating the widespread adoption of trusted tech. The Institute is the preeminent global authority of a new category of Tech Diplomacy, integrating tech expertise, Silicon Valley strategies and foreign policy tools to build the Global Tech Trust Network of governments, companies and individuals united around a set of shared trust principles and a common mission to ensure that technology advances freedom. KITDP is a bipartisan initiative under the Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with Purdue University, with offices in West Lafayette, IN, and Washington, DC.        The Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue is seeking a highly skilled and energetic Manager of Programming and Events. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, the Manager will be responsible for planning and executing...
Purdue Research Foundation Washington, DC, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Manage all Gap funding programs (Trask Innovation Fund, Prototyping Fund, Proof of Concept Fund) for advancement of Purdue technologies, including scouting Purdue technologies that would benefit from Gap funding, assisting in proposal development, tracking award milestones and progress, and budget management. Manage all aspects of the Trask Innovation Fund, including promoting the competition, vetting applications, selecting those for presentation, providing presentation guidance, recruiting judges, scoring, recommendations for funding, communication with inventors on milestones, and reporting on progress. Develop relationships with Purdue inventors to scout for promising technologies and understand commercialization opportunities for their research. Work cooperatively with Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) business development managers to understand needs of inventors in advancement of technology, including development of effective milestones....
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Founded in 2021, the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue (KITDP) aims to secure freedom from techno-authoritarian threats by accelerating the widespread innovation and adoption of trusted technology.  The nonpartisan Institute is the preeminent global authority on Tech Diplomacy, integrating tech expertise, Silicon Valley strategies and foreign policy tools to build the Global Tech Trust Network of governments, companies and individuals united around a set of trust principles and a common mission to ensure technology advances freedom.  KITDP is a bipartisan initiative under the Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with Purdue University, with physical offices in West Lafayette, IN and Washington, DC.     As the Director of Global Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) by managing and coordinating global partner programs for KITDP. Key responsibilities will include...
Purdue Research Foundation Washington, DC, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Provide high-level administrative support to the Vice President, Executive Directors, and team members in the Office of Industry Partnerships.   Coordinate all team functions for the Office of Industry Partnerships Maintain knowledge of appropriate development procedures to ensure confidentiality and accuracy. Compose and distribute communications with key internal and external stakeholders and the OIP team Assist OIP Directors with logistics and coordination of corporate visits, industry days, and other campus events  Professionally and courteously, greet all guests, using good judgment to provide excellent customer service Direct inquiries and information to appropriate team members Assist with day-to-day operations, projects, reporting and workflow related to development, stewardship, donor relations, special events, and alumni relations Organize and maintain event calendars, coordinate meetings and appointments on...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Create cultivation, solicitation and stewardship project strategies and manage processes related to securing individual annual gifts, and stewarding donors for assigned University clients. Manage the planning and execution of direct marketing projects from concept to completion, including scope, requirements, scheduling, budgeting, problem solving, reporting of metrics, analysis of results, and maintaining the integrity of the Purdue brand. Act as a liaison to campus partners to ensure consistent messaging, identifying areas of opportunity and growth, and to coordinate activities for optimal donor impact. Collaborate with the Broad-Based Campaigns and Strategic Engagement staff to coordinate messaging, schedules for electronic and printed fundraising appeals and communication materials. Manage vendor relationships and collaborate with all parties involved including the communications team, content marketing, graphic designers, data...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Essential Functions Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess and estimate the commercial potential of invention disclosures. Perform market research, technology valuations, create marketing materials, identify potential licensees, and initiate outreach to engage potential licensees and/or collaborators. Work closely with the business development managers and Purdue innovators to develop strategies for the commercialization of Purdue technologies. Communicate with industry counterparts, innovators, BD managers and patent attorneys on invention disclosures, marketing and licensing activities, and IP matters.  Assist life science business development and licensing team with the initiation and execution of licensing agreements from the assigned IP portfolio. Develop and present strategies to enable technology transfer of Purdue intellectual property, primarily in areas of life sciences. Advise Purdue inventors regarding Purdue...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Serve as lead industry partnerships officer for a portfolio of top university corporate and corporate foundation prospects within the construction and transportation industry sector. Implement comprehensive goals and strategies, significantly building strong and mutually beneficial partnerships with these top university corporate and corporate foundation prospects. Effectively utilize a relationship building process, including identifying corporate partners for collaborative research initiatives, particularly those related to large multidisciplinary or multi-investigator projects. Work in tandem with university administrative and academic leadership in designing and implementing corporate visits, events, and informational exchanges. Assist with onboarding,  training, and mentoring directors and assistant directors Ensure cooperation and coordination with appropriate University constituencies through consistent and effective...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Functions Design, develop, test, implement and maintain reports and dashboards using CRM Analytics, Salesforce Reports, SQL, and other Business Intelligence tools. Collaborate with technical staff, end users, and vendors to identify and specify requirements for technical solutions. Set objectives and work independently on small to moderate sized projects or assignments. Provide training and ongoing support, including monitoring, troubleshooting and resolution of issues. Responsible for improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of area. Additional Responsibilities Provide training to staff on the use of reporting and reporting tools. Create and maintain documentation for data, reporting solutions, and tools. Assist in and review the work of peers as needed. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Proficiency in advancement user requirements and solutions. Knowledge...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Essential Functions Develop and deploy programs that will effectively advance (de-risk) Purdue-affiliated technologies and startups (defined as those technologies and startups created around Purdue IP and/or by Purdue faculty, staff, students, or alumni). Programs should be developed and deployed spanning the range from ideation through business formation, including customer discovery and market validation. Develop content for Purdue-affiliated clients focused on de-risking the market, technology, IP, team, business model and funding strategies. Recruit Purdue faculty, staff, students, and alumni to be involved in the commercialization ecosystem at Purdue. Create a vibrant commercialization and entrepreneurial ecosystem on campus. Stay up-to-date on best practices for de-risking early-stage technologies and startups. Work closely with the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) business development managers and the Incubator team to maintain a constant...
Purdue Research Foundation West Lafayette, IN, USA Full-Time
Jun 05, 2023  
Essential Functions Provide administrative support to a fundraising team or multiple fundraising teams with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.  Manage your team(s)’ day-to-day operations and the workload needs of all team members you support. Collaborate and integrate with all members of the PFLF Purdue Optimized Development Support (PODS) structure, including development fundraising, donor relations, events, broad-based campaigns, prospect development, marketing and communications, engagement, and CRM/IT. Develop and maintain liaison relationships with all leadership and staff throughout PFLF, as well as with Purdue University academic partners.   Additional Responsibilities Schedule and coordinate meetings and calendars for multiple team members using Microsoft Outlook and Calendar.  Initiate agendas, oversee the compilation and development of supporting meeting...
Purdue Research Foundation Hybrid (West Lafayette, IN, USA) Full-Time