Research Investigator II - Orthopedic

Join to apply for the Research Investigator II - Orthopedic role at Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest not‑for‑profit hospital system in Texas, is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Research Investigator. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of securing research funding and successfully submitting competitive grant applications, with a strong background in orthopedic research. This unique opportunity provides access to over 60 orthopedic surgeons across multiple subspecialties, including those practicing at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas as well as affiliated locations in McKinney and Grapevine, along with 20 residents and dozens of medical students.

Baylor University Medical Center is ranked #44 nationally by U.S. News & World Report and recognized for excellence in hip fracture and spine fusion outcomes. Our program boasts prestigious accreditations and a top‑tier residency consistently placing graduates in competitive fellowships. Join us to lead high‑impact studies and secure funding that advances orthopedic research and clinical innovation.

• Secures external funding at the federal, foundation or other level.
• Serves as principal investigator, site‑PI, or co‑investigator on multiple investigator‑initiated or industry‑sponsored research studies and successfully executes all study deliverables.
• Leads research in high‑impact, peer‑reviewed journals and presents at local, national, or international conferences.
• Serves as a liaison between the Institute, clinical service lines, and greater community. This includes attending or presenting at seminars, journal clubs, thesis defenses, etc.
• Teaches and mentors students, residents, postdoctoral research fellows, and junior investigators.
• Recommends and leads new areas of research that support the goals and objectives of the department and Institute.
• Analyzes, interprets, compiles, and reports project results to funding agency and Institute.
• Serves on editorial boards or peer review committees.

• Five years of relevant experience after Post Doctoral Fellowship, or six years of experience in a research lab, clinical lab, or animal care facility.
• History of independently securing external grants at the federal, foundation, or other level.
• Ability to lead publications in high‑impact and peer‑reviewed journals. This includes first‑author submissions.
• Ability to lead presentations of research study findings at local, national, and international conferences.
• Knowledge of research methodology and study execution.
• Knowledge of key safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements for work performed.
• Ability to mentor students, postdoctoral research fellows, junior research scientists, or key study personnel.
• Excellent communication, writing, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead or manage multiple multi‑disciplinary research teams.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

• Education:
  
  Doctorate.
• Experience:
  
  5 Years.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Hospitals and Health Care