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Req Id: 42198
Job Title: Senior Student Success Specialist -SILC
City: West Lafayette
Job Summary
Senior Student Success Specialist
College of Science / West Lafayette, Indiana (hybrid)
Join a dynamic student-centered team dedicated to guiding learners from their first day through graduation. As a Senior Student Success Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey of students by providing personalized support, strategic guidance, and meaningful engagement opportunities that foster success, persistence, and belonging.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will work directly with students to ensure they are equipped to thrive academically and personally. Key responsibilities include:
Provide individualized academic planning support from admission through graduation
Guide students in developing effective learning strategies and achieving academic goals
Monitor student progress and proactively identify opportunities for intervention and support
Offer mentoring that enhances the student experience and promotes retention
Support orientation, registration, and transition-related processes
Connect students with campus resources and services to meet their academic and personal needs
Encourage engagement in the academic and co-curricular life of the university
Partner with colleagues across departments to deliver coordinated, student-focused services
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to make a direct, lasting impact on student success and retention
Collaborative, cross-functional environment that values innovation and student engagement
A role that blends advising, mentoring, and programmatic influence
Meaningful work supporting students at critical milestones in their academic journey
What You Bring
Passion for student success and higher education
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to guide, motivate, and support diverse student populations
Organizational skills and attention to detail in tracking and supporting student progress
About Us
As part of the continued growth in the partnership between the College of Science and the Daniels School of Business, we have created a new Science Innovation Learning Community for students of both colleges. In future, these students will also participate in the Integrated Science and Business major. A new Senior Student Success Specialist is needed to work with students in this and other exciting programs in the College of Science to drive student success while at Purdue and beyond.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree, Science or Business background
Five (5) years of experience in higher-education program administration, student engagement, or experiential learning
Managerial experience in science-based industries
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across academic units and with diverse stakeholders
Preferred:
A combination of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in science and business areas (i.e. biology B.S. and M.B.A.) or Ph.D. or terminal degree in a relevant discipline
Experience with interdisciplinary programs that bridge science and business education
Experience managing mentorship programs or alumni networks
Skills Required:
Program development and management; student advising; collaboration; relationship building; strong written and oral communication; working in interdisciplinary teams; use of data for analysis and assessment; intercultural competencies; ability to train
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in academic and co-curricular settings
Preferred:
Knowledge of experiential learning models, residential programs, and student leadership development
Familiarity with study abroad program management
Additional Information:
Purdue University 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
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional (P3)
Pay Band S060
Job Code #20004221
Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EOE employer.
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Posting Start Date: 5/14/26
