Program Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program (Assistant Professor / Associate Professor)

OHSU is the only academic health center in Oregon and is nationally distinguished as a research university dedicated to advancing health sciences. The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in cancer research
and treatment.

The Program Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program collaborates with the Associate Director (AD) of Population Science, and other Knight leaders to foster innovative and impactful multidisciplinary research across the cancer continuum.

Programmatic themes are: 1) Prevention and Risk Reduction, 2) Screening and Early Detection, and 3) Survivorship. The Program Co-Leader should conduct research in one or more of these areas.

Major Responsibilities
• Foster collaborations within the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Program through activities such as meetings, seminars, retreats, and collaborations
• Promote novel science by deploying annual CPC Pilot funds (~$200,000) in partnership with the CPC Co-Leader
• Stimulate growth of extramural funding
• Review Program membership, and identify potential new members within OHSU and provide input on external recruitments
• Provide formal and informal mentoring to junior faculty of the CPC Program, and others interested in this field;
• Evaluate progress and set future directions with the CPC Co-Leader, Knight Leadership, and the External Advisory Committee (EAC);
• Actively participate in research and activities to address catchment area
• needs;
• Understand CCSG guidelines and requirements, develop the CPC Program component for competitive and non-competitive renewals, and participate in site visits and annual EAC meetings;
• Serve as a member of relevant Cancer Center committees
• Maintain a robust research program in the area of Cancer Prevention and Control, with extramural funding

Based in Portland, we are one of Oregon’s largest employers, and provide
opportunities for career growth and excellent benefits. As a public
organization, we also provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians
and have a strong focus on outreach and engagement to improve health in
communities across the state.

Education & Experience:
Associate or Full Professor; Active R01 or equivalent grant
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