The ideal candidate will be a responsible, self-motivated professional able to undertake a variety of office support tasks. They should possess excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills (both oral and written). A interpersonal skills are also highly valued as the staff assistant will engage with faculty and administrators across the institution. The ideal candidate will have familiarity and experience with matters related to race, diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Activities involve the maintenance and update of the BTT website, development of the BTT newsletter, production of reports, organization of events, and coordination of communication and social media.

This remunerated part-time position will be offered by hourly contract and the candidate will be subject to an eight-week evaluation period. The candidate could be re-appointed if funding is renewed.

To apply, please email your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your motivation and qualifications for the position through academic jobs online. Questions can be directed to blackthinktank@duke.edu

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/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, sexual orientation, or veteran 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.