Position Description

Career Track Faculty Positions – DCRI, B&B, DS&B

The Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI), in partnership with Duke University and the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (B&B), is investing in the growth of Data Science and Biostatistics (DS&B). We invite applications for multiple career track faculty positions at any rank in the areas of (1) clinical trial innovation, including complex adaptations, integration of real world evidence, novel endpoints and outcomes and (2) leadership of data/research coordinating centers in trials, registries, consortium and multi-center studies. Successful applicants will join a team of 22 faculty who are affiliated with DS&B at DCRI, with opportunities for career advancement, leadership of scientific initiatives, and strategic partnership with the clinical therapeutic areas at DCRI. The extensive graduate programs at Duke University, including the B&B Master’s and PhD programs provide opportunities to engage with students. Joint appointments with other departments are possible for appropriate candidates. 

We are seeking candidates with relevant expertise and commitment to at least one of the following focus areas, however we encourage diverse scientific interests that may encompass multiple domains including these and others like application of generative AI and other new technologies to improve and enhance the clinical research process or clinical research informatics, data engineering, harmonization and architecture. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to innovation and leadership of collaborative clinical research that is synergistic with their independent research. 

Clinical trials innovation focus: clinical trial innovation, including complex adaptations, Bayesian methodology, integration of real world evidence, novel endpoints and outcomes.  Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or a related field by the date of the start of their appointment. 

Data Coordinating Center focus: leadership of data/research coordinating centers in trials, registries, consortium and multicenter studies. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or a related field by the date of the start of their appointment.    

The application package should include a cover letter, with contact information, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and a research statement, not exceeding 3 pages, that includes a description of the applicant’s past research accomplishments, plans for future research, and experience and approach to mentoring and supporting a diverse and inclusive research environment. Candidates may submit up to 3 letters of recommendation in support of their application.

Duke University, the DCRI, and the Department of B&B are strongly committed to advancing inclusive excellence throughout our research, teaching, and service activities. A diverse faculty – defined broadly as representing a wide range of identities, lived experiences, and perspectives – is a prerequisite for excellence and is essential to driving innovation within our scholarly community. To achieve these goals, it is essential that all members of the community feel valued and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community are expected to uphold these values, and we seek to hire faculty who are passionate about increasing the participation and success of individuals from all different backgrounds and communities.  

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.