Faculty Physician, Sarcoma
Listed compensation
$352k-$522k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Department Overview
The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute is an internationally recognized leader in cancer research and care, powered by a historic $2 billion gift from Phil and Penny Knight. With a bold mission to revolutionize cancer prevention, detection, and treatment, we offer an environment where innovation thrives, collaboration is central, and your work can have lasting impact.
The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Sarcoma Medical Oncology to join the state’s only dedicated sarcoma center. As a sarcoma attending physician, you will provide exceptional patient care, contribute to our strong educational mission, and participate in innovative clinical and translational research.
Located in beautiful Portland, Oregon, OHSU offers a highly collaborative atmosphere within a comprehensive healthcare-focused university with particular expertise in cancer, neurosciences, and cardiovascular medicine.
Portland is consistently ranked as one of the most desirable places to live, with easy access to a vibrant city, outdoor activities, and a world-renowned food scene. These opportunities offer a highly nurturing environment to grow professionally and personally.
When you apply, please upload your CV/resume and a letter of interest.
Function/Duties of Position
Position Description
The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.
The duties of this position include:
The duties of this position are in support of the missions, goals and objectives of OHSU, School of Medicine and Department, and include: participate in the education of medical students and house staff; care of patients with sarcoma; establish and maintain a program of scholarly activity directed toward improved understanding of the causes, detection and treatment of sarcoma; participate in administrative committees and councils of the OHSU as approved by the Department Head; engage in public service through consultative activities with non-university groups with knowledge and consent of the Department Head.
We seek applications from motivated MDs/DOs looking for a faculty position to focus on clinical and/or translational sarcoma research. It is anticipated your job will be made up of the following components: Clinical, Teaching, Research/Academic, and In-Patient Service. The position may be able to be restructured if the qualified candidate wishes to pursue a combination of clinical work and laboratory-based research work.
Clinical and translational sarcoma research opportunities abound at the Knight Cancer Institute. As a Knight Cancer Member, you will have access to shared resources and multiple Centers, including Center for Experimental Therapeutics and Center for Biomedical Data Science.
Further, the Sarcoma Program boasts a large clinical trials portfolio, including cooperative group (SWOG & SARC), industry and investigator-initiated studies. The successful candidate will join a highly functioning and experienced research team, that is fully staffed by research coordinators and nurses.
As the only sarcoma center in the state, OHSU cares for a very high volume of complex sarcoma cases.
Our weekly multidisciplinary clinic and sarcoma tumor board provides collegial and expert review, with active participation of medical oncology, pediatric oncology, orthopedic oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, pathology and radiology.
In-house, CLIA-approved, molecular genetic testing provides state-of-the-art, efficient answers that can be reviewed with the expert who ran the test.
This position will be involved in the supervision, teaching and mentoring of Medical Oncology fellows and Advance Practice Providers. Opportunities may exist to mentor post-doctoral students as well.
Required Qualifications
- MD OR MD/PhD
- Licensed to practice medicine in Oregon
- Board certified in Internal Medicine
- Board eligible/certified in Hematology and or/Medical Oncology
Additional Details
As an OHSU faculty member, you will access robust and competitive benefits for well-being and peace of mind. Packages include medical, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, multiple retirement options, participation in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, wellness support and more.
You’ll also find a commitment to belonging. OHSU welcomes diverse people and ideas, and we foster a culture that is inclusive, equitable and accepting of all. We aim to help you:
- Feel supported.
- Explore well-being programs and resources.
- Connect with colleagues to share and build knowledge.
- Find fulfillment by balancing work, life and community.
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Why Apply to OHSU?
We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals.
As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations.
We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide specialized patient care for sarcoma cases and participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards. Additionally, the role involves conducting clinical or translational research and mentoring medical students, fellows, and advanced practice providers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or MD/PhD degree and be licensed to practice medicine in Oregon. Board certification in Internal Medicine and board eligibility or certification in Hematology or Medical Oncology are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Oncology — Physician Career Context
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$437k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $423k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $352k–$522k | Oncology median $484k (middle half $424k–$575k)137 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$423k in purchasing power | Oregon index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Oncology listings in Oregon | 15 active | 659 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Oregon physician listings (all specialties): 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 16% offer loan repayment350 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Oncology hiring demand | #21 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 38 days · 22% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed |
| New Oncology listings | 420 in the last 30 days | 337 the 30 days before (+25%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Oncology pay trend | −1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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