Duke University is undertaking a comprehensive review of its research and innovation offices that provide administrative assistance, compliance oversight, and support services across the institution.

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Purpose

The purpose of this review is to create a more agile, future-focused model that advances the University’s mission, anticipates emerging needs, and positions Duke to lead in an evolving research landscape.

 This effort will include:

  • Coordinated, campus‑wide evaluation that draws on multiple perspectives
  • Internal research support units and closely affiliated offices will assess their current structures and operations
  • Members of the research community are invited to provide direct input on needs and opportunities
  • An internal review committee, an external review committee, and an independent consulting firm will then synthesize these findings to develop recommendations that align Duke’s research support model with its long‑term goals

Research Community Input 

Input from the research community is essential to shaping Duke’s long-term research support model. There are two ways the community can provide input on this initiative:

1. Provide Free Text Feedback

Use this form to share your perspectives on current challenges, opportunities for improvement, and ideas for strengthening these functions

2. Participate in Focus Groups

The Office for Research and Innovation is hosting a series of virtual focus groups for faculty and staff to participate in the review by providing input on various administrative and support areas. Focus groups are open to all faculty and unit-based research staff (central office input will be gathered separately). 

Please use the links below to register for sessions of interest:

  • [Registration at Capacity] Monday, March 16, 10:00–11:15 am – Grants and Contracts for Provost Area/Campus - In this session, we ask faculty and grant managers from the Provost Area (Campus Schools) to sign up as a pair to jointly discuss opportunities to streamline grants and contracting services (supported by ORS, CAMT, etc.) 
  • [Registration at Capacity] Monday, March 16, 12:00-1:15pm – Grants and Contracts for School of Medicine - In this session, we ask faculty and grant managers from the School of Medicine to sign up as a pair to jointly discuss opportunities to streamline grants and contracting services (supported by ORA, ORC, etc.)
  • [Registration at Capacity] Wednesday, March 18, 1:00–2:15 pm – Ethics, Accountability, and Associated Support for Biomedical Research - Share insights on research oversight functions and provide feedback on improving or expanding tools and services to support biomedical research. 
  • [Registration at Capacity] Wednesday, March 18, 3:00–4:15 pm – Ethics, Accountability, and Associated Support for Social, Behavioral and Educational Research - Share insights on research oversight functions and provide feedback on improving or expanding tools and services to support social, behavioral, and educational research. 
  • [Registration at Capacity] Monday, March 23, 11:00–12:15 pm – Translation and Partnerships - Offer input on enhancing services associated with technology transfer, commercialization, and external partnerships