Associate Director, Research Operations

Overview Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries. Be You. At Duke, we celebrate individuality, intellectual curiosity, and the unique perspectives that strengthen our academic community. As the Associate Director, Research Operations , you will play a critical leadership role in advancing Trinity College of Arts & Sciences’ research mission by supporting faculty, departments, and school leadership across the full lifecycle of sponsored research. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to faculty and administrators, a connector across institutional partners, and a champion for clear communication, effective processes, and inclusive research support. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Research, you’ll work closely with the Vice Dean for Finance and Administration and Duke’s Office for Research & Innovation (OR&I) to ensure Trinity’s research enterprise is well-supported, compliant, and positioned for continued growth. Be Bold. You’ll help shape the future of research administration at Duke by identifying gaps, reducing barriers, and building systems that make it easier for faculty and researchers to succeed. What You’ll Do #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke University