Principal Investigator

5/5/2026

The Principal Investigator will independently manage multiple scientific projects and develop novel research initiatives backed by literature. They are responsible for generating high-quality data for publications and writing proposals to secure funding from agencies.

Salary

90000 - 100000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

11-50 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Mission: The Institute is dedicated to keeping people of all ages physically active through orthopaedic research and education in the areas of arthritis, healing, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. Founded in 1988 by orthopaedic surgeon Dr. J. Richard Steadman, the Steadman Philippon Research Institute is an independent, tax-exempt (IRS code 501(c)(3)) charitable organization, employing scientists, researchers, fellows, visiting scholars, and interns The Steadman Philippon Research Institute is known throughout the world for our research into the causes, prevention and treatment of orthopaedic disorders. We are committed to solving orthopaedic problems that limit an individual's ability to maintain an active life. Our research perspective is based on clinical relevance, with a goal of improving the care of the patient. Recognizing that the body's innate healing powers can be harnessed and manipulated to improve the healing process has led to exciting advances in surgical techniques, such as microfracture and innovative rehabilitation developed by Dr. Richard Steadman, and validated at our Institute. Today, the Institute is recognized worldwide for Dr. Marc Philippon’s pioneering research for the treatment of sports related injuries to the hip.

About the Role

Description

The Principal Investigator position is designed for an experienced, independent PhD level scientist with advanced knowledge in regenerative medicine or orthopaedic surgery. The Principal Investigator will be capable managing multiple scientific projects independently, generating high quality data for 1st author scientific publications, and have experience preparing research proposals for funding.

Develop and initiate novel scientific projects backed by literature.
Contribute high quality data for research grants, manuscripts, and presentations.
Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies.
Prepare, review, and submit manuscripts and abstracts for publication.
Follow policies and procedures established in the SPRI Employee Handbook; adhere to SPRI safety policies.
Maintain a personal commitment to the Steadman Philippon Research Institute mission and values.

Requirements

PhD in molecular biology or biomedical engineering with 10+ years of experience
Strong publication record demonstrating proficiency in a variety of experimental approaches relevant in regenerative medicine
Demonstrated scientific writing skills that can lead development of manuscripts, abstracts, or grant applications
Independently able to design and execute scientific experiments to generate or support new research directions
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of disease pathways and disease-related biological targets

Key Skills

Regenerative MedicineOrthopaedic SurgeryScientific Project ManagementGrant WritingManuscript PreparationExperimental DesignMolecular BiologyBiomedical EngineeringData AnalysisResearch Proposal Development