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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,
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.
exciting research areas rich for collaboration include cancer
and aging, cancer symptom science, digital technology, community-engaged
research, implementation science, and
early detection and screening. Future
growth areas include cancer
and climate change,
behavioral science, epidemiology, and research with
underserved populations, particularly Hispanic/Latino or
American Indian/Alaska Native. CPS researchers encompass
basic, clinical, data, and population science. Shared
resources across the Knight, Clinical, and Translational
Science Award (CTSA) Office and OHSU provide abundant access
to state-of-the-art tools and approaches for innovative
science. The
Knight also houses several scientific centers and resources
in early
detection, precision
oncology,
a state-wide prospective cohort study, the
Healthy Oregon Project,
and a thriving Community
Outreach and Engagement program,
among others.
Major Responsibilities
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Foster collaborations within the Cancer Prevention and Control
(CPC) Program through activities such as meetings, seminars,
retreats, and collaborations
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Promote novel science by deploying annual CPC Pilot funds
(~$200,000) in partnership with the CPC Co-Leader
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Stimulate growth of extramural funding
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Review Program membership, identify potential new members
within OHSU, and provide input on external recruitments
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Provide formal and informal mentoring to junior faculty of the
CPC Program and others interested in this field
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Evaluate progress and set future directions with the CPC
Co-Leader, Knight Leadership, and the External Advisory
Committee (EAC)
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Actively participate in research and activities to address
catchment area needs
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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
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Serve as a member of relevant Cancer Center committees
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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 strongly focus on
outreach and engagement to improve health in communities
across the state.
Education & Experience
Associate or Full Professor; Active R01 or equivalent grant
Apply today:
Go to
www.ohsu.edu/jobs
and click on the Search for Jobs button.
Enter the Req
2024-29721
in the Keyword Search field, then apply.
Contact Information:
Knight Cancer Institute
knightcancerHR@ohsu.edu
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