Research Project Manager, Nicholas School of the Environment

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.

• Oversee and evaluate research progress across the group's portfolio.
• Guide project implementation strategies and support long-term planning.
• Assist in developing and writing grant proposals to secure diverse funding.
• Design and conduct culturally appropriate program evaluations.
• Supervise and train research staff in data collection, analysis, and governance.
• Analyze qualitative data using NVivo and contribute to research publications.
• Ensure compliance with IRB protocols and data sovereignty agreements.
• Travel occasionally to research sites and conferences.

• Implement project management and communication plans.
• Maintain administrative systems and documentation.
• Onboard/offboard team members and coordinate team activities.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support and manage internal communications.
• Hire and supervise student workers in coordination with HR.
• Schedule meetings and liaise with project partners.
• Coordinate with grants management and research development offices.
• Manage budgets, reporting, and procurement of supplies.
• Facilitate team meetings and uphold group protocols.

• Master's degree in interdisciplinary environmental or related social science field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management and program evaluation.
• Proficiency in NVivo and qualitative/participatory research methods.
• Subject matter expertise in environmental governance, policy, or resilience.
• Strong interdisciplinary literacy and commitment to Indigenous/decolonizing methodologies preferred.

• 1-year term with potential extension based on performance and funding.
• Based at Duke University in Durham, NC.
• Start date: October 1, 2025.

• Names and email addresses of 3 references
• A short cover letter describing your background and career goals
• Resume or CV
• Writing sample (e.g., grant proposal, public-facing scholarship, published work)

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