Development Officer

Description

• This position is hybrid with office days located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Only candidates living in the greater Indianapolis area or those willing to relocate will be considered.

Working for the Purdue For Life Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to empowering Purdue University alumni and fostering a lifelong connection to the institution. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to contribute to a mission that supports educational initiatives, scholarships, and programs that positively impact the lives of Purdue students and graduates. The Foundation's commitment to education and community engagement provides a fulfilling work environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. Additionally, you'll have access to a network of passionate colleagues and the resources needed to drive positive change, making the Purdue For Life Foundation an inspiring and rewarding place to build your career. Your next giant leap starts here.

As a member of our development team, you’ll have the opportunity to directly shape the future of Purdue University’s College of Science —home to world-class faculty, groundbreaking research, and the next generation of scientific leaders. In this role, you’ll build and strengthen philanthropic partnerships that fuel innovation, discovery, and student success. You’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues across Purdue for Life Foundation and the University in an environment that values creativity, initiative, and purpose—empowering you to make a lasting impact while advancing your own professional growth. Join us and help drive the next giant leap for Purdue, the College of Science, and the global Boilermaker community.

Responsibilities

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Required Education, Experience and Benefits Summary

Job Level : Professional 4

Benefits Summary for eligible employees :

Purdue Research Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. PRF views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics.  All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.

PRF will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.