Senior Employment Counsel – Academic Health System

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for an experienced employment attorney to advise Duke University Health System and the Duke community on a broad range of employment matters in healthcare and academia. The role emphasizes strategic guidance, risk management, and collaboration with Human Resources and leadership.

On-site in Durham, NC, with some flexibility for remote Fridays, the attorney will handle investigations, personnel matters, physician employment agreements, and compliance with

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice in North Carolina or eligible to become licensed within 12 months.
• Experience advising hospitals, health systems or academic medical centers on employment matters.
• Experience with employment agreements and personnel matters involving physicians and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on a broad range of employment matters for Duke University Health System and Duke University.
• Advise leadership and HR on discrimination, harassment investigations, wage-hour compliance, and related issues.
• Counsel on physician and advanced practice provider employment agreements and credentials.
• Support workforce operations and regulatory compliance in a complex academic medical setting.
• Develop practical solutions to employment disputes and assist in pre-litigation strategy.
• Draft and review policies, procedures, and workforce-related documents.

Skills

Team oriented

Interpersonal skills

Writing and research

Problem solving

Client service

Prioritization in fast-paced settings

Education

J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school

NC license within 12 months

Job description

Duke University invites applications for an experienced employment attorney to advise Duke University Health System and the Duke community on a broad range of employment matters in healthcare and academia. The role emphasizes strategic guidance, risk management, and collaboration with Human Resources and leadership.

On-site in Durham, NC, with some flexibility for remote Fridays, the attorney will handle investigations, personnel matters, physician employment agreements, and compliance with