Duke University Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director, Durham NC

Position Overview Duke Health is seeking an Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director to lead its prestigious residency program. This role combines administrative responsibility with continued excellence in education, clinical practice, and scholarly activity. Key Program Highlights Training at Duke University Hospital (Level I Trauma Center), Duke Regional Hospital, and the Durham VA Medical Center, providing exposure to academic, community, and federal health systems. A state‑of‑the‑art simulation center located in the Trent Semans Center for Health Education, featuring high‑fidelity adult and pediatric mannequins, point‑of‑care ultrasound simulators, and advanced airway training resources. Pediatric emergency medicine training with 24/7 attending coverage by fellowship‑trained PEM physicians and community emergency medicine training in the care of children at Duke Regional Hospital. Duke University Hospital is a 1,062‑bed academic tertiary hospital and the flagship teaching hospital of the Duke University Health System. It is a Level I Trauma Center with over 85,000 emergency department visits annually, a state‑of‑the‑art facility, and a strong track record of research and innovation. The Residency Program Director will hold overall responsibility for the design, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of the Duke Emergency Medicine Residency Program in accordance with ACGME requirements. Responsibilities Serve as the ACGME‑designated Program Director, maintaining compliance with all Institutional and Program Requirements. Oversee resident recruitment, selection, and onboarding, including application review and interview coordination through ERAS and the NRMP Match. Facilitate the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC), ensuring effective milestone assessment and continuous program improvement. Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of the residency curriculum across all three years, including core conference series, simulation programming, and clinical rotations. Foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging within the residency training environment, in alignment with Duke’s commitments to health equity and community engagement. Represent the residency program at CORD, SAEM, ACEP, and other national emergency medicine organizations. Maintain an active clinical practice in the Duke Emergency Department commensurate with administrative responsibilities. Qualifications Ideal candidates will have completed an ACGME‑accredited Emergency Medicine residency program and be board‑certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM). Candidates must have demonstrated experience in graduate medical education, including curriculum development, resident mentorship, and/or residency administration. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills are essential. Prior experience as a Program Director, Associate Program Director, or core GME faculty with significant administrative responsibility, a track record of scholarship in emergency medicine, fellowship training in a subspecialty of emergency medicine, and experience leading or participating in CORD, SAEM, or ACEP education‑focused committees or working groups is preferred but not mandatory. Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience and academic rank. Administrative stipend reflective of the Program Director role. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement plan with employer contributions. Generous CME support. Tuition assistance and professional development resources. Location The Triangle area of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill is one of the nation’s most desirable locations. It is a growing region where more than two million residents enjoy diverse opportunities and a quality of life. The area offers an outstanding quality of life, including acclaimed restaurants, cultural institutions, world‑class universities, professional sports, outdoor recreation, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and North Carolina’s coast. EEO Statement Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nahse