Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina
Fremont, California
Palm Desert, California
Posted: 25-Apr-26
Location: Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 1133073
The Duke University Department of Emergency Medicine invites applications for the position of Residency Program Director. This is a prestigious leadership opportunity within one of the nation?s leading academic emergency medicine programs, combining administrative responsibility with continued excellence in education, clinical practice and scholarly activity.
Ideal candidates will have completed an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency program and be BC in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM). Have demonstrated experience in graduate medical education, including curriculum development, resident mentorship, and/or residency administration. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills are essential.
Prior experience as a Program Director, Associate Program Director, or core GME faculty with significant administrative responsibility, a track record of scholarship in emergency medicine, fellowship training in a subspecialty of emergency medicine and experience leading or participating in CORD, SAEM, or ACEP education-focused committees or working groups is preferred but not mandatory.
The Duke Emergency Medicine Residency Program matches 12 categorical residents per year. The three-year curriculum is recognized for its rigorous clinical training, innovative simulation-based education, diverse patient exposure, and rich research infrastructure. Key program highlights include:
- Training at Duke University Hospital (Level I Trauma Center), Duke Regional Hospital, and the Durham VA Medical Center, providing exposure to academic, community, and federal health systems
- A state-of-the-art simulation center located in the Trent Semans Center for Health Education, featuring high-fidelity adult and pediatric mannequins, point-of-care ultrasound simulators, and advanced airway training resources
- Pediatric emergency medicine training with 24/7 attending coverage by fellowship-trained PEM physicians and community emergency medicine training in the care of children at Duke Regional Hospital.
Duke University Hospital is a 1,062-bed academic tertiary hospital and is the flagship teaching hospital of the Duke University Health System. It is a Level I Trauma Center with over 85,000 emergency department visits annually, a state-of-the-art facility, and a strong track record of research and innovation. As a quaternary care referral center, the department treats a socioeconomically, racially, and medically diverse patient population-drawing patients from the local community, surrounding states, and across the country.
The Residency Program Director will hold overall responsibility for the design, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of the Duke Emergency Medicine Residency Program in accordance with ACGME requirements. Specific responsibilities include:
- Serve as the ACGME-designated Program Director, maintaining compliance with all Institutional and Program Requirements
- Oversee resident recruitment, selection, and onboarding, including application review and interview coordination through ERAS and the NRMP Match
- Facilitate the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC), ensuring effective milestone assessment and continuous program improvement
- Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of the residency curriculum across all three years, including core conference series, simulation programming, and clinical rotations
- Foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging within the residency training environment, in alignment with Duke?s commitments to health equity and community engagement
- Represent the residency program at CORD, SAEM, ACEP, and other national emergency medicine organizations
- Maintain an active clinical practice in the Duke Emergency Department commensurate with administrative responsibilities
This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and academic rank, along with an administrative stipend reflective of the Program Director role. Duke University offers an exceptional benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid time off and CME support
- Tuition assistance and professional development resources
The Triangle area of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill is one of the nation?s most desirable locations. It is a growing region where more than two million residents enjoy diverse opportunities and a quality of life. The area offers an outstanding quality of life, including acclaimed restaurants, cultural institutions, world-class universities, professional sports, outdoor recreation, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and North Carolina?s coast.
1. Curriculum Vitae - A complete, current academic CV documenting your board certification status and date; faculty appointment and rank, or eligibility statement at Duke; all formal educational leadership roles with institution, dates, and scope; mentorship activities with named trainees and documented outcomes; institutional committee service including any leadership roles; a complete publication list with education or health systems scholarship identifiable; grants and funding with your role and relevance to education, health equity, or GME; and any formal leadership training completed.
2. Cover Letter - This letter should go beyond summarizing your CV and be forward-looking and Duke-specific. Please address your specific interest in Duke Emergency Medicine and your leadership approach to achieve your stated vision.
Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and 3 references via the link below, addressed to:
John D. Purakal, MD, MSc
Associate Professor & Search Committee Chair
Department of Emergency Medicine
Note: References will not be contacted until candidates advance in process
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual?s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, or military 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.
PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for this position, please attach your CV, select SUBMIT APPLICATION, and complete the application questions.