Sr. Research Strategy Scientist

Arthrex; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-Provided Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Annual Bonus

Wellness Incentive Program

Free Onsite Medical Clinics

Free Onsite Lunch

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan

Trip of a Lifetime

Job summary

Arthrex, Inc. in Naples, FL seeks a Sr. Research Strategy Scientist to define and advance evidence-generation strategies that align clinical, regulatory, and business objectives.

You will translate unmet needs into executable roadmaps and partner across research, product management, regulatory, and medical affairs to maximize impact. The role requires strong strategic thinking, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to communicate clear strategy recommendations to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Research, Clinical, Medical Affairs or Consulting.
• Experience with knee/hip arthroplasty preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of related anatomy and surgical techniques.
• Ability to translate clinical needs into research roadmaps.
• Proven ability to communicate strategy to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance end-to-end research strategy aligned with clinical, regulatory and business goals.
• Translate unmet clinical needs into clear, prioritized roadmaps.
• Conduct landscape analyses to inform strategic decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally to align research with product, regulatory and education needs.
• Communicate strategy recommendations through actionable materials for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Represent the company to regulators, KOLs and scientific communities.
• Maintain high standards of scientific integrity and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Evidence strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Scientific communication

Mentoring

Job description

Research & Development - Naples, FL, US, 34108

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a Sr. Research Strategy Scientist. This individual will be responsible for defining, integrating, and advancing evidence-generation strategies that align clinical, scientific, regulatory, and business objectives. This role translates unmet clinical needs, competitive landscapes, and organizational priorities into cohesive, executable research roadmaps that maximize scientific impact, regulatory value, and downstream adoption. This role operates in a highly-matrixed manner as a strategic architect role for evidence generation. Experience with knee/hip arthoplasty is strongly preferred. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Key Interfaces:

• Research; Product Management/Development; Regulatory & Quality; Medical Affairs/Medical Education.
• Sales & Marketing (strategic alignment only); External KOLs/Investigators (at senior levels).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and advance research and evidence-generation strategies aligned with clinical, regulatory, and business objectives.
• Translate unmet clinical needs and evidence gaps into clear research questions and prioritized roadmaps.
• Conduct and synthesize scientific, clinical, and competitive landscape analyses to inform strategic decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment of research strategy with product, regulatory, and education needs.
• Evaluate tradeoffs among scientific rigor, speed, cost, risk, and downstream impact.
• Communicate research strategy recommendations through clear, actionable materials for diverse stakeholders.
• Support research governance, prioritization, and portfolio planning processes.
• Monitor alignment between approved strategies and execution, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of research planning frameworks and best practices.
• Uphold standards for scientific integrity, regulatory compliance, and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the development and refinement of end-to-end research strategy for major products, franchises and/or technology platforms.
• Develop integrated, multi-year evidence generation roadmaps.
• Advise leadership on research prioritization, portfolio tradeoffs and future competitive needs.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Represent the company to regulators, KOLs, and scientific communities.
• Advanced knowledge of related anatomy and surgical techniques.

Education/Experience:

• 5 years of experience in Research, Clinical, Medical Affairs or Consulting required.
• Experience with knee/hip arthroplasty preferred.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.