Director B
About The Position
The primary purpose of this position is to provide scientific and operational leadership for a multidisciplinary bioengineering research program focused on uncovering the biological and biomechanical mechanisms that regulate tendon and ligament injury, healing, repair, and regeneration. The Director B will work closely with the Principal Investigator to coordinate research activities, supervise personnel, develop collaborative initiatives, and support strategic growth of the laboratory. This position requires an experienced scientific leader capable of managing complex research programs while advancing high-impact discoveries in musculoskeletal tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Position contingent upon continued funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering (PhD preferred), Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biology, or a related scientific field.
- 5-7 years of related experience (7-10 preferred).
- Demonstrated experience managing complex research projects and multidisciplinary scientific teams.
- Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal biology, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, mechanobiology, or related research areas.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Orthopaedic Research, Cell Biology, or a related field.
- Experience with tendon, ligament, connective tissue, or musculoskeletal research.
Responsibilities
- Provide scientific and operational leadership for a multidisciplinary bioengineering research program.
- Coordinate research activities.
- Supervise personnel.
- Develop collaborative initiatives.
- Support strategic growth of the laboratory.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental).
- Substantial amount of time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, family time).
- Long-Term Care Insurance.
- Wellness and Work-life Resources.
- Professional and Personal Development resources.
- Access to University resources, cultural and recreational activities.
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service, movie tickets, and theme parks.
- Flexible work options (non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures).
- Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia).
- Adoption Assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
