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.

 

The Cancer Early Detection Advanced Research (CEDAR) center is a collaborative institution within the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. The Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. At CEDAR our mission is to detect and stop lethal cancers at the earliest stage because early detection saves lives. This is an ambitious goal, one that requires novelty, creativity, and innovation. We are comprised of biologists, chemists, biomedical engineers, computationalists, and clinicians conducting groundbreaking translational cancer research to help people maintain a high quality of life and reduce cancer mortality, to create a global early detection community, and to have a positive impact on the Oregon economy.

 

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

The Cancer Early Detection Advanced Research (CEDAR) center is seeking a resourceful, dynamic program technician to develop and implement programs to support CEDAR’s researchers in working together and leveraging wide interdisciplinary expertise to do cutting-edge, impactful science. This person would work closely with the Program Director for Organizational Development & Team Science to develop, implement, monitor and improve programs that support a culture of collaboration in CEDAR.  This person would be uniquely positioned to serve as a bridge between programs and can amplify the impact of the work by using a systems thinking approach to leverages strengths and collectively contribute to a culture of collaboration and effectiveness. In this role your primary responsibilities will include:

•  Managing and developing programs, extensive meeting series, and initiatives intended to enrich CEDAR’s culture and in support of its guiding principles.
• Driving the development and management of programs, in consultation with researchers throughout CEDAR, to facilitate transdisciplinary scientific collaborations within and among research groups.
• Driving the programs, training, and outcomes tracking for career and professional development programming.
• Assisting the Program Director for Organizational Development and Team Science with development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Organizational Development and Team Science strategic plan.
• With CEDAR Assistant Directors, developing frameworks, and managing processes to evaluate programs, including key performance indicators, standards, monitoring systems, and innovation and improvement plans.
• Serving as the main coordinator and emcee of regular CEDAR all-staff meetings and related materials, with support from executive leadership, operations leadership, and others.

Education & experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the position will substitute for two years of the required experience
• Three years of experience administering or coordinating parts or subsets of a project or program
• Experience engaging various stakeholders to develop creative solutions

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to juggle multiple projects and effectively prioritize competing needs in a dynamic environment
• Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems
• Must be technology savvy. Strong skills including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and project management platforms such as Smartsheet
• Excellent customer service and the ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

Education & experience:

• Experience working in an academic or industry research environment

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of the scientific process
• Knowledge of best practices for teaming and/or team science
• Understanding of how to apply systems thinking in a program management role

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 aaeo@ohsu.edu.