Director of Research & Innovation, Orthopaedics

Schulthess Klinik; Zürich; On-site; CHF 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Schulthess Klinik is seeking a Director of Research to unite clinicians, researchers, the Schulthess Foundation and external partners in shaping the future of orthopaedics. You will lead strategic planning, coordinate multidisciplinary programs and translate scientific excellence into measurable patient impact.

You will foster international collaborations, secure funding and elevate Schulthess’ research profile while reporting to governance bodies across an influential network.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate excellence in leadership of research programs.
• Strong track record of coordinating across clinical and research teams.
• Experience securing competitive research funding and grants.
• Proven ability to build and maintain international collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Shape and coordinate the research strategy of Schulthess Clinic and translate priorities into a shared research agenda.
• Bring together clinical departments and research groups to enable ambitious multidisciplinary research programs.
• Identify and prioritise opportunities with potential to transform musculoskeletal care.
• Develop shared capabilities in outcomes research, data science and artificial intelligence.
• Build strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions, healthcare organisations, foundations and industry.
• Promote competitive research funding and help attract third-party funding.
• Strengthen the international visibility and impact of our research.
• Monitor research performance and provide strategic reporting to our governing bodies.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Strategic vision

Multidisciplinary leadership

Stakeholder management

International collaborations

Communication skills

Job description

Schulthess Klinik is seeking a Director of Research to unite clinicians, researchers, the Schulthess Foundation and external partners in shaping the future of orthopaedics. You will lead strategic planning, coordinate multidisciplinary programs and translate scientific excellence into measurable patient impact.

You will foster international collaborations, secure funding and elevate Schulthess’ research profile while reporting to governance bodies across an influential network.