Program Coordinator, Senior

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

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About REGAL: 

The REGAL (Research to Eliminate GlobAL Cancer Disparities) is a multidisciplinary research team focused on eliminating cancer disparities through innovative, data-driven approaches spanning biological, social, and structural determinants of health. Our work integrates epidemiology, multi-omics, and community-engaged research across U.S. and global settings.  We are a highly collaborative team of faculty, trainees, analysts, and partners committed to advancing health equity through rigorous science and real-world impact.

Role Overview:

The Senior Program Coordinator is a central operational and strategic leader within the REGAL research program—an interdisciplinary, high-impact team advancing cancer health equity through rigorous, multi-level science. This role is designed for an individual who thrives in complex team science environments and is motivated to drive execution, solve problems, and build systems that enable scientific excellence.

This position blends high-level strategic coordination with hands-on operational execution. The successful candidate will operate as a force multiplier for the PI and program leadership—ensuring alignment across projects, accelerating productivity, and strengthening the infrastructure required to support a growing, multi-institutional research portfolio.

 

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Training

Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.

 

Experience

Work requires three years of experience in program administration or involving academic, instructional or counseling activities to acquire skills necessary to plan, coordinate and implement a variety of program activities and events.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, or related field
• Experience supporting multi-project or multi-institutional research programs
• Familiarity with grant management (NIH or similar funding mechanisms)

 

Ideal for candidates who:

• Have experience managing complex, interdisciplinary research or team science environments
• Are highly organized but also strategic, proactive, and solutions-oriented
• Can operate effectively across levels—from detailed execution to high-level planning
• Demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, and follow-through
• Thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments with evolving priorities

 

 

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Position Description:

 

Program Strategy & Execution (30%). The Senior Program Coordinator leads coordination across a diverse portfolio of projects by translating strategic priorities into clear, actionable workplans and ensuring consistent execution against defined milestones. This role requires actively managing cross-project alignment, tracking deliverables, and maintaining visibility into timelines, dependencies, and risks. The Coordinator continuously evaluates program workflows to identify inefficiencies, implements systems to improve productivity, and ensures that meetings, retreats, and team activities are purposeful and outcome driven. In addition, this role serves as a key liaison with internal and external collaborators and plays a key role in implementing the community engagement and equity plan.

Program Infrastructure Support (30%). The Senior Program Coordinator builds