Senior Program Coordinator

Duke University:

 

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 and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Program Coordinator for Transformative Ideas, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping intellectual engagement across campus. You’ll support students, faculty, and high school learners through dynamic programming that fosters free inquiry, pluralism, and belonging.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values curiosity, creativity, and a commitment to inclusive excellence.

 

Be Bold.

The Transformative Ideas program is at the heart of Duke’s mission to cultivate thoughtful dialogue and meaningful learning experiences. In this role, you’ll take the lead on high-impact initiatives that span academic instruction, event coordination, and program development.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead logistics and speaker recruitment for two major Provost-sponsored colloquia (Fall 2026 & Spring 2027) as part of Duke’s Initiative on Free Inquiry, Pluralism, and Belonging.
• Facilitate small group discussions in undergraduate courses such as The Good Life and the new Spring course on pluralism and belonging.
• Design and direct a new summer seminar for underprivileged high school students, launching in 2025–26, in collaboration with Trinity’s Dean of Humanities and Foundation Relations.
• Coordinate and support program events, including Welcome Dinners, dorm talks, student reading groups, and the TI LLC House Course.

What You’ll Bring:

• A bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in academic program administration, instruction, or counseling — or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational, instructional, and program management skills.
• Ability to lead teams, evaluate program performance, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in tools like MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Qualtrics, Outlook, and Box.
• Flexibility to support evening and weekend events as needed.

Preferred candidates will demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a passion for supporting diverse communities through transformative learning experiences.

 

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position of USD $48,960.00 to USD $77,928.00. Final offers consider factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and market conditions. Your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. Duke offers comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs for eligible team members.
Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provisions for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

 

Choose Duke.

Join a university that’s committed to bold ideas and inclusive excellence. At Duke, your work will help shape the future of education and empower students to lead lives of meaning and impact.

You’ll collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to deliver high-quality programming that reflects Duke’s values. Your ability to anticipate needs, communicate effectively, and bring together the right people and resources will be essential to supporting diverse interests and driving success across initiatives.

 

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.

 

 

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