Arthrex Director

The Marieb College of Health & Human Services (MCHHS) at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) invites applications and nominations for a seasoned faculty member to join the college as the inaugural Arthrex Director for Research and Career Readiness.

This individual will have a scholarly record to be appointed as an Associate/Full Professor and will spearhead and foster interprofessional research opportunities, especially projects focused on orthopedics and engineering across all our Marieb College academic units at Florida Gulf Coast University. This individual will also lead scholarship activities around innovative technologies related to curriculum and pedagogy. It is expected that the Director leads and supports preparation and acquisition of extramural grants and contracts. The Director will lead the University faculty through a collaborative approach of translational research in partnership with Arthrex, our global partner, further connecting SWFL healthcare partners.

The Arthrex Director for Research and Career Readiness will be joining the Marieb College at an exciting time in the college's history. Architectural planning has already commenced for a new academic building that will foster the college's projected growth. Additionally, there is a renewed focus on interprofessional education and utilizing emerging technology.

The ideal candidate for this new role will be deeply committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative environment of research and serve as the liaison between Arthrex and focus on translational research projects that will incorporate faculty and students in these projects. The candidate will be an experienced, motivated, and collaborative individual. This individual must be forward-looking and possess strong strategic thinking capabilities, with a proven ability to navigate complex issues. Additionally, this individual will foster experiential learning opportunities for the university students to include but will not be limited to the following:

• Local surgical observation opportunities, a component of Experiential Learning
• Faculty-led student research in Orthopedics, Engineering and related areas
• Exploration of enhanced curriculum in Medical Device industry
• Interview techniques as part of Career Readiness
• “Grand Rounds” at Arthrex providing student exposure to Engineering, Product Development, and Marketing

With more than 16,000 students, Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

The Marieb College of Health & Human Services mission is to Advance the Education, Health, and Well-being of Our Students Through Teaching Excellence, Impactful Scholarship, and Service. We emphasize clinical experience. That means two or more semesters working in clinical settings where other programs might offer just one. That extra time in the field makes all the difference when it comes to graduating and working. It’s one reason we have 100% graduate employment rates in many programs and excellence in licensure and certification examination. One thing that differentiates Marieb College is our community connectedness. Our deep partnerships within the five-county Southwest Florida (SWFL) region mean our students have plenty of opportunities to serve, through clinical internships, service-learning or the many public programs FGCU offers. There's a critical need for physical and mental healthcare workers, social workers and high school counselors throughout the region.

University partner, Arthrex, Inc., is a global leader in minimally invasive surgery, new product development and medical education. With a corporate mission of Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better®, Arthrex develops more than 1,000 innovative products and procedures each year. Arthrex continues to experience unprecedented growth and demand for their products throughout the world; however, they have remained a privately held company with a family business culture committed to delivering uncompromising quality to the health care professionals who use their products, and ultimately, the millions of patients whose lives they impact.

The Arthrex global headquarters, manufacturing facility and global logistics center are all located less than 30 minutes from FGCU’s main campus, making visits to the Arthrex locations very accessible for students to engage and learn from Arthrex team members as the students pursue their individual academic and career journeys.

Job Description

The Arthrex Director for Research and Career Readiness will focus on the following key responsibilities:

Translational Research Projects

• Faculty-mentored student research projects combining Orthopedics and Engineering
• Applied research including curriculum/pedagogy and the scholarship of teaching and learning research
• Foster extramural funding acquisition.

Experiential Learning

• Facilitate surgical viewing opportunities for undergraduate students, graduate students, pre-medical societies
• Create learning pathways for admission to specific programs at FGCU

SWFL Industry Integration

• Dedicated exposure and integration with the healthcare industry and local medical community
• Enhanced career pathways in Healthcare in Southwest Florida

Promote Engagement Opportunities

• Local surgical observation opportunities, a component of Experiential Learning
• Faculty-led student research in Orthopedics, Engineering and related areas
• Exploration of enhanced curriculum in the Medical Device industry
• Interview techniques as part of Career Readiness
• “Grand Rounds” at Arthrex providing student exposure to Engineering, Product Development, and Marketing

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Doctoral Degree in a health-related discipline such as Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Rehabilitation Sciences, Public Health or other related field from an accredited institution.
• Scholarly record to be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in an appropriate academic discipline within the college.
• Established research expertise and experience with evidence of extramural funding and peer reviewed publications
• Successful record of leading integrative research projects
• Demonstrated research skills, including protocol development, regulatory knowledge, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, are essential. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional master’s degree/certification(s) in education and pedagogy
• Focus and demonstrated record in partnering  with communicational organizations
• Experience teaching courses relevant to aging/gerontology
• Demonstrated success in engaging collaboratively and productively with faculty across a range of academic disciplines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of curriculum development and assessment.
• Knowledge of effective pedagogy; research methods; interpersonal skills; quantitative analysis to guide data-driven decision-making.   
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work across functions at a senior level to influence and effect change to achieve common goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to deliver presentations to individuals and groups.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment in the establishment, interpretation, application, and enforcement of all rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability.
• Strong research skills, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Appointment will be made at an out-of-unit faculty rank commensurate with the candidate’s experience on a 12-month out-of-unit multi-year appointment basis beginning as early as in August 2025. 

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida’s Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU. Under Florida’s Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research including simulation
• Five (5) Professional References

The position is listed as “open until filled”, however applications received by October 31, 2025, will receive priority consideration.