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.

Industry: Research Services
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Steadman Philippon Research Institute

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Full-time Description

The Steadman Philippon Research Institute is known throughout the world for research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of orthopaedic disorders. SPRI is committed to solving orthopaedic problems that limit an individual's ability to maintain an active life. Research Assistants support Steadman Philippon Research Institute staff in research tasks which includes Center for Outcomes-Based Orthopaedic Research (COOR).

**COOR Responsibilities/Essential Functions**

-  Preparing and conducting experimental lab procedures.

-  Conducting literature reviews.

-  Compiling research data, preparing presentations.

-  Writing manuscripts for journal publication.

-  Co-authorship is attainable for research assistants according to the same policy that applies to all SPRI researchers (ICMJE guidelines).

-  Maintain personal commitment to the Steadman Philippon Research Institutes Foundation’s mission and values.

-  Maintain confidentiality of acquired information.

-  Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

-  Specific responsibilities related to the Epigenetics Program:

-  Integrate seamlessly with clinic flow.

-  Review study details with prospective patient candidates and obtain informed consent for research participation.

-  Lead acquisition, transport, storage, and shipping for discarded tissue samples.

-  Gain expertise in the fields of epigenetic profiling and musculoskeletal disorders.

-  Participate in team decision making to guide program direction.

**Requirements**

**Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements:**

- Strong interpersonal skills with patients, clinicians, and research scientists.

- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in English.

- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and physicians.

- Well-developed administrative skills with a pro-active approach to organizing tasks.

- Collaborative approach to work.

- Medical Assistant, EMT, LPN or RN licensing/certification, preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience with applicable patient care and administrative duties preferred.

- Demonstrated problem solving and workflow management skills required.

- Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic and hospital personnel involved in patient care.

- Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.

- Computer and EHR software proficiency.

**Classification**

Full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position

Salary Description $20 / hour

Epigenetics Program Research Assistant

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