Prospective Postdoctoral Scholars
Why do your postdoc at OHSU?
As Oregon's only academic health center, OHSU is a locally and nationally recognized leader in healthcare, education, and advanced biomedical research. The synergy among these three enterprises leads to new cures, new standards of care, and a better understanding of the basic science that drives biomedical discovery. At OHSU, researchers are exploring new basic, translational, clinical, and applied research frontiers.
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- Education
- Renowned Mentors
- Interdisciplinary
- Innovation
- Ranked Nationally
Education
Career education from the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
Only you can take charge of your career! Fortunately, the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is here to help you develop your skills, explore your career options, and make informed career decisions.
The OPA serves as the central hub for information, education, and training for all postdoctoral scholars at OHSU. Whether your career goal is academic or non-academic, or even undetermined, the OPA staff can assist you with:
- Self assessment, career exploration, and individual development plans
- Transferable and technical skill training and development
- Job search strategies
- Networking
- Application document review
- Job offer negotiations
In addition, OHSU offers a wide range of professional development opportunities to ensure postdoctoral scholars have the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to be successful.