Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries. Policy AnalystRobert J. Margolis, MD, Institute for Health Policy Be You. The Robert J. Margolis, MD, Institute for Health Policy at Duke University Duke-Margolis seeks to address critical health policy challenges and improve health, health equity, and the value of health care through practical, innovative, and evidence-based policy solutions. The interdisciplinary nature of Duke-Margolis brings together policy experts, researchers, health care professionals, and students from across Duke’s schools of medicine, nursing, law, public policy, business, and engineering, and fosters extensive relationships with stakeholders both internal and external. These relationships span foundations, private sector organizations, state and federal governments, and global entities. The Institute fosters excellence, leadership, and scholarship at every level. Minimum Requirements: Education/Training: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a field related to the position e.g., policy, public health, public administration, economics, science, engineering, law, or field directly related to the position. Experience: For Tier I Policy Analyst, Assistant, no experience required above education/training requirements. For Tier II Policy Analyst, work requires two years of experience in policy/research/data analysis or related position. Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Preferred Qualifications: Strong research and writing experience. Policy research skills, including the ability to synthesize content from a broad range of sources. Strong written communication skills and the ability to transform complicated information into easy-to-understand materials. Ability to interact professionally with senior-level individuals e.g., local, state, and national policymakers, stakeholders, and organizations. Familiarity with current trends and regulations in topic areas relevant to the specific position. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities and able to respond flexibly to changing needs. Proficiency in use of standard computing software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; capacity to learn additional job-specific programs as required. Training or experienc
