The Duke Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is seeking a Duke faculty member to serve as Associate Director of the Community-Partnered Research Network (CPRN).
The CPRN supports community-based organizations in engaging in and leading research by providing research expertise, infrastructure, and operational support. As the network matures, CPRN is focused on strengthening partnerships, expanding community-led research, and creating a sustainable model for long-term growth and impact.
The Associate Director will work closely with CPRN Program Director John Mitchell, PhD, CPRN staff, Duke faculty, and community organizations to:
Help develop, implement, and provide strategic oversight of the CPRN and the Community Clinical Research Organization (CCRO)
Help develop, implement, and provide strategic oversight of the CPRN and CCRO
Co-lead the development of sustainable infrastructure for community-initiated and community-engaged research
Strengthen equitable resource and power-sharing between academic and community partners
Help identify and address the administrative needs of community organizations participating in research
Develop strategies for providing efficient, centralized research support
Support opportunities for community organizations to govern, conduct, and disseminate research that reflects their priorities
Contribute to partnerships, funding strategies, evaluation planning, and the long-term growth and sustainability of the CPRN
The Associate Director will collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of academic and community partners, including representatives from Duke, North Carolina Central University, Durham Technical Community College, Lincoln Community Health Center, the AME Zion HEAL partnership, and other community-based organizations.
The role is expected to include approximately 0.60 - 1.20 calendar months of effort annually, equivalent to approximately 5% - 10% effort, supported through the Duke CTSA.
This is an opportunity for a faculty member committed to community-engaged research, equitable academic-community partnerships, and building sustainable research infrastructure that supports community priorities.
Interested faculty should submit a brief expression of interest (1 page maximum) and a current biosketch or CV to Marissa Stroo, Senior Staff Director, CTSI CRN, at Marissa.Stroo@duke.edu by November 25, 2026.
The expression of interest should briefly describe the applicant’s interest in the role and relevant experience in community-engaged research, academic-community partnerships, or research infrastructure. Questions about the position are also welcome.