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 and proved that targeted therapies can work. 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!

 

Cancer Early Detection Advanced Research Center (CEDAR) is a highly collaborative institution within the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. 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 conduct 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. Our clinical trials are cutting edge and laser focus on the exciting and rapidly evolving area of cancer early detection.

 

CEDAR is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. We are dedicated to promoting inclusion and multiculturalism to build a successful organization by having outstanding researchers of diverse backgrounds work together.

 

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

CEDAR is hiring a Non-OHSU Student Worker to assist with Clinical Trials work, under supervision. This is not a summer-only position. Duties include:

 

• Assist with research coordination of a clinical trial, in the areas of communication with potential and enrolled research participants by calling interested people, collecting information on enrollment eligibility, and scheduling research appointments.  Completion of data entry into applicable systems.
• Communication with research participants who have had an early cancer detection test, to notify of a negative cancer detection test result.   Completion of data entry into applicable systems.
• Communication with research participants for annual follow up questions to check cancer status. Completion of data entry into applicable systems.
• Opportunities to table at outreach events and assist with community enrollment events.

• Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in  High School, OR Undergraduate Program (minimum 6 credit hours), OR Graduate Program
  minimum 4.5 credit hours)
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills:  both written and verbal
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) on Window OS.
• Must provide excellent customer service skills both on the phone and in person
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

Apply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.

 

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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.