Faculty Awards Specialist​/Writer

Job Title:

Faculty Awards Specialist/Writer

City:
West Lafayette

The Faculty Awards Specialist provides high-level writing duties, data analysis, and operational influence for external award nomination processes and is a critical member of an administrative team that supports the College of Engineering Academic Affairs. This role supports faculty members pursuing prestigious national and international recognitions for their achievements in research, teaching, and service. Works independently and as part of a team across the College of Engineering to identify requirements from award granting organizations.

Collaborates with colleagues to develop and implement faculty award nomination processes. Coordinates, edits, and oversees writing and compilation of faculty award nomination packages for prestigious awards and recognitions and plays a key role in facilitating faculty success and advancing the national and international profile of the College of Engineering.

This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program. At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together. Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.

• Collect, review, and independently draft, edit, and revise nomination materials such as letters of support, bibliographies of publications, curriculum vitae, etc.
• Write and edit technical and non-technical sections of award nomination packages, adhering to all required deadlines from awarding entities.
• Ensure timely submission of prestigious faculty award nominations.
• Establish timeline for award nomination packages.
• Communicate with faculty award nomination committee members to ensure that all components are complete.
• Develop and implement faculty award nomination procedures.
• Collaborate with the College of Engineering External Recognitions team to develop plans for faculty external recognitions.
• Create and oversee internal communication plan regarding faculty award nominations.
• Maintain communication with external granting organizations to keep abreast of changes and ensure compliance with nomination and application procedures.
• Analyze internal processes and implement improvements and controls.
• Develop process documentation to streamline iterative processes.
• Contribute to other technical and non-technical communication materials surrounding faculty recognition or other project development to include recognition bios, award-related news releases, data analytics, and more.

The College of Engineering at Purdue University is among the best and largest Engineering schools in the world. With nearly 16,000 engineering students and more than 500 tenure track faculty in the college, this position has ample opportunity to have an impact at one of the world’s most influential universities.

For more information about our department, please visit:

• College of Engineering, Purdue University (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./Engr
• External Recognitions Program /Awards
• College of Engineering's Social Media  Us/social

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, science, engineering, or related field
• Three (3) years of technical writing experience including grant-writing experience
• Relevant associated skills and/or a strong portfolio of writing and editing for both scientific and lay audiences also considered
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Skills needed:

• Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively both orally in and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit for both scientific and lay audiences.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including faculty, staff, and administrators, as well as external constituencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced…