Deep Tech Research, Partnerships & Programs Lead

Duke PA; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University in Durham, NC seeks a Deep Tech Research, Partnerships & Program Manager to drive interdisciplinary initiatives across academia, industry, and government. You will build strategic partnerships, manage research programs, support executive education, and coordinate public events to advance technology policy and innovation.

This role requires strong project and program management, excellent communication, and ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience in continuing education, curriculum design, marketing, administrative management, business operations, research program management, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategic relationships with industry partners, federal agencies, foundations, and academic institutions.
• Coordinate and oversee partnership activities, including the OpenAI partnership and related extension projects.
• Meet regularly with university stakeholders to identify collaborative opportunities and align initiatives with institutional priorities.
• Support efforts to expand sponsored research opportunities and external visibility.
• Develop content and materials for executive education programs focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
• Coordinate program logistics and participant engagement activities.
• Support faculty and external partners in the delivery of executive learning experiences and simulations.
• Assist with curriculum development and program enhancement initiatives.
• Plan, develop, and execute technology policy events, conferences, workshops, and seminars.
• Coordinate logistics, event communications, invitations, registration processes, and on-site execution.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Duke University in Durham, NC seeks a Deep Tech Research, Partnerships & Program Manager to drive interdisciplinary initiatives across academia, industry, and government. You will build strategic partnerships, manage research programs, support executive education, and coordinate public events to advance technology policy and innovation.

This role requires strong project and program management, excellent communication, and ability to collaborate across diverse teams.