The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. Driven by its mission to end cancer as we know it, the institute is building upon its expertise in targeted treatments to advance the early detection of cancer when the disease is most treatable.

 

Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles: 

• We act BOLDLY—Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differently
• We SUPPORT each other—Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellence
• We work as a CONNECTED team—We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone

Assistant or Associate Professor level faculty position in the area of GU medical oncology, with a focus on clinical research. This position is to join a robust clinical and translational program at OHSU that has made significant contributions to research in prostate and non-prostate genitourinary malignancies.

 

The duties of this position include:

Candidates will develop and lead therapeutic clinical trials to move the field of genitourinary cancer research forward. In this position, there is the opportunity to work with other members of the GU medical oncology team, other clinical specialties such as Urology and Radiation Oncology, and Knight Cancer Institute basic scientists with expertise in Genomics, Immunology, and Cancer Biology. The applicant will be expected to have clinical activities in both prostate and non-prostate GU cancers.

• MD or equivalent or MD/PhD
• Licensed to practice medicine in Oregon
• Board certified in Internal Medicine
• Board eligible/certified in Hematology and or/Medical Oncology

Training and experience in genitourinary oncology clinical research as a fellow or junior faculty member. History of collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and history of success in obtaining extramural funding for genitourinary oncology clinical research would be significant assets.

As an OHSU faculty member, you will access robust and competitive benefits for well-being and peace of mind. Packages include medical, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, multiple retirement options, participation in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, wellness support and more. 

 

You’ll also find a commitment to belonging. OHSU welcomes diverse people and ideas, and we foster a culture that is inclusive, equitable and accepting of all. We aim to help you: 

 

• Feel supported. 
• Explore well-being programs and resources. 
• Connect with colleagues to share and build knowledge. 
• Find fulfillment by balancing work, life and community. 

 

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