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Req Id:  39397
Job Title:  Managing Director, HIVE Entrepreneurship Center
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Oversees operations of Purdue Engineering’s HIVE Entrepreneurship Center, reporting directly to the faculty director. Serves as the central liaison connecting all Purdue University entrepreneurship initiatives with Engineering students, including collaborations with the Purdue Research Foundation, Purdue Innovates, and the Silicon Valley Boilermaker Innovation Group (SVBIG). Leads student engagement efforts by managing call-outs, supporting student ventures, and organizing pitch competitions. Coordinates meetings of the HIVE Board of Directors and develops strategic partnerships to expand company and venture capital involvement. Works in close collaboration with Purdue for Life to secure funding and advance growth opportunities.
 
This role provides an opportunity to make a lasting impact at a world-class institution recognized for innovation and research excellence. Be part of a community of lifelong learners and bring your talents to a program that drives meaningful progress. At Purdue, pride and possibility go hand in hand as we continue to pursue the next giant leap. Take the next step in your career—apply today and help shape a better future with Purdue University.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Serves as liaison in connecting all entrepreneurial activities at Purdue with Engineering students.
  • Develop working partnerships with PRF, Purdue Innovates, and SVBIG, among other organizations as well.
  • Managing student call-outs, organize communication, and administer data for HIVES.
  • Serve as resource for students and their respective companies as they seek guidance regarding entrepreneurial activities.
  • Manage HIVE events, including student pitch competitions.
  • Administrator and facilitator for HIVE Board of Directors. 

About Us:

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.

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What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of experience
  • Administer large, complex programs to meet a variety of university objectives
  • Areas of focus may include academic, non-academic, outreach, or entertainment programs
  • Lead the development and implementation of program policies, processes and procedures
  • Establish and oversee strategic program assessment and financial planning for program sustainability
  • Build, develop and cultivate relationships with internal and external constituents

 

Skills needed:

  • Strong communication and leadership skills

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.

Additional Information:

  • Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
  • 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 Contributions immediately  

Career Stream

Compensation Information:
Professional 5
Pay Band S080
Job Code#20002089
 
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA employer. 
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Posting Start Date:  10/23/25