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 differentlyWe SUPPORT each other—Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellenceWe work as a CONNECTED team—We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone Function/Duties of PositionThe duties of this position are in support of the missions, goals and objectives of OHSU and the School of Medicine and include: drive and participate in the research mission of the university, as applied to patients with CML, Leukemia, myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN)/myelodysplatic syndrome (MDS), participate in the education of medical students and house staff in accordance with assignments to the department by the Curriculum Committee and Chair; The individual in this position will be a member of the Center for Hematologic Malignancies, a section of the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine. The duties of this position support the mission, goals and objectives of OHSU and the University Hospitals and Clinics.
The faculty member will join the myeloid malignancy team with the goal of expanding the basic, translational, and clinical research programs. Responsibilities to include: laboratory and/or clinical investigations of CML, management of patients with CML, and myeloproliferative disease in the outpatient setting; attending on the inpatient hematologic malignancy service with an emphasis on treating patients with leukemia; shared responsibility for on-call coverage; case conferencing with multi-disciplinary teams; coordination of teaching rounds with Fellows and House-staff assigned to the inpatient or outpatient service; growing the CML clinical and research programs; fostering collaborative relationships with referring physicians and organizations; medical direction to CHM Data Managers and Nurse Coordinators’ experience and expertise in the establishment and maintenance of comprehensive CHM databases; development and participation in clinical trials; participating in administrative committees and councils of the OHSU as approved by the Chair and Division Head; engage in public service through consultative activities with non-university groups with knowledge and consent of the Chair and Division Head.
It is anticipated your job will be made up of the following components: Research, Clinical, Teaching, and Service.
Required QualificationsEducation & Experience:
MD OR MD/PhDLicensed to practice medicine in Oregon Board certified in Internal MedicineBoard eligible/certified in Hematology and/or oncology Preferred QualificationsProven success working with multi-disciplinary teams, history of training focused on the care of leukemia patients, conducting research in hematologic malignancies, and success in obtaining extramural funds for clinical trials and/or basic science research.
Additional DetailsApply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.
We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:
Medical, dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employeesCovered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU25 days a year of paid time off8 days of sick time off Commuter subsidiesTuition reimbursementAccess to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefitsAnnual Merit IncreaseGrowth/Development OpportunitiesEmployee discounts to local and major businesses#linkedin #indeed #knightcancerjobs #knightfacultyjobs #knightproviderjobs
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.