ASSOCIATE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
 Duke Clinical Research Institute | |
 United States, North Carolina, Durham | |
| 300 West Morgan Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 14, 2026 | |
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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. Position Summary Join Duke University School of Medicine as an Associate Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO) and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of neuroscience care and research. This senior leadership position drives strategic initiatives across clinical, research, and education missions, fostering collaboration and operational excellence within two world-class departments-Neurosurgery and Neurology. Key Responsibilities of the ACAO * Drive integrated academic, clinical, and research programs that advance neuroscience excellence across Duke University Health System. * Lead cross-functional initiatives thatoptimizefinancial performance, enhance HR strategies, and leverage data analytics for informed decision-making. * Champion resource planning for staffing, space, facilities, and equipment across clinical, research, and administrative functions. * Innovate clinical workflows and patient access strategies to improve operational efficiency and care delivery. * Oversee faculty and staff compensation processes, including effort reporting and incentive planning. * Collaborate with analytics teams to ensure timely, accurate reporting and actionable insights. * Develop and maintain performance dashboards and metrics aligned with SOM/DUHS priorities. * Monitor financial performance across all missions and provide strategic recommendations to leadership. * Mentor and empower administrative staff in HR, communications, and shared operations. * Engage actively with School of Medicine and national organizations to implement best practices in clinical administration. * Ensure compliance with SOM and DUHS standards and lead risk mitigation efforts. Responsibilities Executed in Partnership with the CAO * Collaborate with the CAO and Department Chairs to implement strategic initiatives and monitor progress toward departmental goals. * Support development and execution of clinical operations plans, including service line integration and expansion efforts. * Advance shared clinical programs and joint faculty initiatives across departments. * Align departmental operations with Neuroscience Service Line strategies. * Partner on budget preparation, financial forecasting, and resource allocation with finance teams. * Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative departmental culture aligned with Duke's values of excellence, equity, and innovation. * Represent the departments in institutional committees and working groups as delegated by the CAO. * Assist in developing and implementing departmental policies related to finance, HR, and operations. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred. * Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare or academic medical administration, with expertise in financial management,grants and contracts, and complex operational systems. *Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and drive organizational change. * Strong project management, financial acumen, and interpersonal skills. * Experience in clinical operations, strategic planning, and cross-functional team leadership required *Neuroscience experience is highly desirable. Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/ Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field required. Master degree in related field highly preferred. Experience Ten or more years of experience managing administration and financialoperations in a healthcare or medical research related organization. Experience in financial control systems, grants and contracts management, information systems, and all financial aspects relating to complex academic medical research systems. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications Ten or more years of experience managing administration and financial operations in a healthcare or medical research related organization. Experience in financial control systems, grants and contractsmanagement, information systems, and all financial aspects relating to complex academic medical research systems. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: 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 provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. | |