Research Security and Export Controls; RSEC Specialist

Job Summary

The Research Security and Export Controls (RSEC) Specialist provides entry-level support for compliance activities related to research security and U.S. export control regulations. This role involves performing basic compliance checks, identifying potential red flags, and escalating issues for review. Under supervision, the Specialist conducts low-level reviews and assists with screenings of events, activities, institutions and individuals. During peak workload periods, the specialists may assist analysts with data entry and documentation.

The Specialist also supports the team by tracking and documenting regulatory changes, file checks and internal auditing of records.

This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to follow established procedures while learning the fundamentals of research security and export control compliance.

Work Location:
On-site West Lafayette, Indiana.

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

Our Research Security and Export Controls team plays a critical role in Purdue’s mission by protecting the university’s research enterprise from evolving global threats, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and enabling secure collaboration with government, industry, and academic partners. Joining this team means contributing to a vital effort that empowers researchers to pursue transformative discoveries while safeguarding national interests and institutional trust

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., international relations, compliance, or business administration).

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies in information.
• Basic understanding of compliance principles; willingness to learn research security and export control frameworks.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriately.

Nice to Have

• Experience in compliance, research administration, or related areas

Additional Information

• Purdue 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

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.

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