Program Coordinator, MIDS Quantitative Finance Concentration (QFC)

Program Coordinator, MIDS Quantitative Finance Concentration (QFC) Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On‑Site and Remote mix) Requisition Number: 269410 Regular or Temporary: Regular Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Date: Apr 27, 2026 The MIDS (QFC) Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and administration of activities for the Master in Interdisciplinary Data Science (MIDS) Program at Duke University, with a particular focus on the QFC. This position requires evening and weekend availability and will involve both individual and team based work, primarily on campus during the academic year. Program Administration & Operations (30%) Coordinate select program courses and events, especially for the QFC. Manage logistics and communications for QFC program activities. Plan, coordinate and administer program activities, develop procedures and systems, train staff or students, and ensure correct work. Assist with QFC teaching assistant hiring and administration. Support scheduling processes for MIDS courses and events and develop marketing materials. Track and reconcile the QFC annual budget. Develop, coordinate, and advise staff and faculty regarding QFC program resources, procedures, and policy. Event Planning (20%) Plan and coordinate travel, logistics, and operations for QFC faculty, guest speakers, and events. Assist senior staff with event planning for MIDS Capstone symposium, graduation, online summer review, pre‑coursework boot‑camp, social events, career development events, technical workshops, and guest speakers. Monitor and evaluate event planning processes and administer assessment surveys for co‑curricular student activities. Serve as a contact for QFC student groups and supervise student‑led events when needed. Student Development & Support (10%) Monitor student progress toward QFC concentration requirements and coordinate with the DGSA. Track progress toward program requirements and provide timely reports to DGSA. Assist DGSA with student communications and records regarding scholarships, academic progress, and other needs. Support the development of a process to assess academic and career needs of QFC students. Recommend activities, events, programs, and speakers that enhance the student academic experience. Monitor communication channels to ensure appropriate dissemination of opportunities. Cultivate relationships across campus to support career and professional development of QFC students. Support the DGSA and QFC faculty in advising students on elective suitability. Advise QFC students on university resources, policy issues, and refer to appropriate services. Assist students in achieving educational and professional goals related to QFC requirements. Design and implement QFC student services that integrate academic life with career planning. Connect international students to Duke Visa Services or Duke International Student Center as needed. Support DGSA with other student support activities. General Administration (20%) Screen, route, and respond to email in the MIDS general inbox. Order program supplies, recruitment materials, and necessary equipment; maintain inventory. Process expense reports, check requests, and reimbursement requests for QFC students, staff, and faculty. Provide ad‑hoc administrative support for MIDS program staff and faculty. Attend selected MIDS meetings, take and distribute notes as needed. Assist with student hiring processes. Assist with exam processes, including proctoring and administering early or late exams. Work with program staff and SSRI Evaluation Team to administer and collect assessment surveys for all program activities. Maintain liaison with other programs, offices, and departments to coordinate program business. Support the Faculty Director and DGSA in implementing Graduate School policies and procedures. Admissions, Recruitment & Enrollment (10%) Support MIDS leadership in devising and executing recruitment strategies for the QFC applicant pool. Work closely with the admissions team to select, admit, and matriculate a qualified and diverse QFC cohort. Provide data to inform a yearly report on Admissions, Recruitment, and Enrollment strategy. Assist the admissions team with cultivating applicants and outreach activities. Make recommendations on criteria, parameters, and processes for scholarship distribution and tracking. Other Duties (10%) Cultivate partnerships with university academic departments, administrative units, and community organizations. Contribute to strategic planning, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts. Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills. Experience with student advising, event planning, and data systems (e.g., Stellic, DukeHub, Slate) preferred. Knowledge or prior experience in working for a business school or financial company is a plus. Anticipated Pay Range Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $44,766.00 to USD $71,706.00. Salary considerations include scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, key skills, internal equity, and market factors. Benefits Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. 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