Assistant or Associate Professor Neuro-oncologist Researcher

Oregon Health & Science University

Posted on : 10-04-2025

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Portland - USA

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Posted on : 10-04-2025

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About OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital
Link a strong tradition of teamwork diversity and interdisciplinary care we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher we built a hospital around that belief. Its why we have more specialists in childrens health than anywhere else in the state. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregons only academic health center we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon Southwest Washington and beyond.

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OHSUs singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon but were also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease on education that prepares physicians dentists nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 16000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization we provide community outreach and services for Oregons most vulnerable populations. OHSUs stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence innovation and leadership in health care education and research.

About Portland and Oregon
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Bisected by the Willamette River Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood Portland offers the rare accessibility of snowtosurf. Portland embraces cyclists hikers brewpubs dogs climbers artisan coffee shops book readers foodies professional soccer and basketball fans awardwinning wineries concertgoers and paddle boarders. Its no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of Americas favorite lifestyle cities.

Function/Duties of Position

The Pediatric Blood and Cancer Program of Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and Doernbecher Childrens Hospital is seeking an outstanding pediatric neurooncologist to serve as Medical Director of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Program. This transdisciplinary program brings together clinical and research expertise from pediatric neurosurgery pediatric neurology radiation oncology neuroradiology neuropathology as well as pediatric neurooncology. Candidates with labbased research are encouraged to apply and will be supported through the robust research infrastructure of the Pap Family Pediatric Research Institute. In addition to leading the pediatric neurooncology program responsibilities will include contributing to a diverse clinical practice engaging in scholarship and teaching a wide range of learners including Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (PHO) fellows.

This faculty position is within the Division of PHO Department of Pediatrics OHSU School of Medicine. The Division of PHO provides comprehensive care to children and young adults from the entire state of Oregon and southwest Washington and from national referrals. Neurooncology patients have access to clinical trials through the Childrens Oncology Group the Pacific Pediatric NeuroOncology Consortium industrysponsored trials and institutional collaborations. The successful candidate will join 24 clinical and/or research faculty within the Division of PHO and will become member of the NCIdesignated comprehensive OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

Doernbecher Childrens Hospital is a 151bed stateofthe art facility on the OHSU campus and serves as the tertiary and quaternary referral center for all of Oregon and SW Washington. It consistently ranks

among the top childrens hospitals in the United States according to US News and World Report. PHO patients receive comprehensive care in a 21bed inpatient unit adjacent clinic and infusion center. The > 300 clinical and research faculty within the Department of Pediatrics represent all pediatric subspecialties. OHSU boasts more than 2500 faculty integral to the academic mission.

OHSU and Doernbecher Childrens Hospital are located in the stunning city of Portland which pairs its vibrant and progressive urban scene with abundant access to yearround outdoor opportunities for individuals and their families. Portland is consistently ranked as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States.

OHSU is an equal opportunity affirmative action institution.

Required Qualifications

Candidates for this position must be board certified in PHO and have substantial experience as a pediatric neurooncologist and clinical investigator.
Interested applicants should be at the faculty rank of late Assistant Associate or full Professor.

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 ator

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