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Department Overview

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute is a pioneer in personalized cancer treatment and research, led by Dr. Brian Druker, whose development of Gleevec transformed Chronic Myeloid Leukemia from a fatal disease to a manageable one, proving that targeted therapies can be effective. The institute focuses on precision oncology, the early detection, prevention, and treatment of cancer, and creating a welcoming and supportive environment for its caregivers, researchers, and support personnel. Knight affiliates subscribe to three guiding principles: we are bold, we are supportive, and we work as a connected team in our fight to end cancer as we know it.  We’d love for you to join us!

 

The primary mission of the Division of Oncological Sciences at OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute is to enhance understanding of cancer through basic, translational, and population-based research, ultimately improving cancer prevention, detection, and treatment for all. Our community of faculty, trainees, and staff comprises scientists from a diverse range of disciplines. It collaborates to advance innovation and translate laboratory discoveries into meaningful impacts for cancer patients and our community.

 

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

Function/Duties of Position

This position is ideal for an MPH in Epidemiology/Biostatistics interested in gaining experience in breast cancer epidemiology, cancer prevention, and the role of nutrition, diet, and the microbiome in cancer outcomes. The research assistant will contribute to projects on population- and clinic-based studies to advance cancer prevention and outcomes research. This is a temporary position, set to end on June 30, 2026.

 

Duties Include:

• Assist in data collection, management, and statistical analysis for cancer epidemiology studies (young-onset breast cancer study, interval breast cancer study, and gut microbiome and pancreatic cancer study).
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and presentations as well as grant writing as needed
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings related to epidemiological and biostatistical aspects of breast cancer.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in relevant field AND 1 year of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of training and experience
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) on Window OS. Ability to accurately type 60wpm
• Strong interest in cancer epidemiology, diet, nutrition, microbiome, inflammation, and health disparities.
• Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., R, SAS, Stata) and basic statistical methods.
• Familiarity with biostatistical mediation analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and in a team

Preferred Qualifications

• MPH in Epidemiology or Biostatistics

Additional Details

Apply 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 employees
  • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU
• 25 days a year of paid time off
• 8 days of sick time off
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Merit Increase
• Growth/Development Opportunities
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses

  

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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 [email protected].