Rheumatologist- Physician Scientist (Faculty) at Oregon Health & Science University

Department OverviewAbout the Division of Arthritis and RheumatologyThe OHSU Division of Arthritis and Rheumatic diseases is a team comprised of academic physicians and allied health professionals specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic disorders. OHSU serves as a referral center for patients across the Pacific Northwest. Our team provides care via in-person and digital clinics community outreach and consultation condition specific multi-disciplinary clinics and a shared inpatient service with the VA Portland Health Care System. The team is at the forefront of rheumatology research and is dedicated to integrating cutting edge therapies in the management of patients with rheumatic diseasesFunction/Duties of PositionThe Division of Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases is offering an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized academic medical center committed to integrating basic discovery translational science and clinical innovation. Candidates will have access to robust laboratory computational and clinical trial infrastructure along with multidisciplinary collaborations across OHSU VAMC and affiliated research institutes. Collaborative and specialized clinics include lupus/scleroderma myositis ILD irAE and vasculitis. There are active clinical trials and clinical research in rheumatoid arthritis spondyloarthritis psoriatic arthritis lupus and novel CAR-T therapies with potential for expansion to other specialties and/or novel therapeutic interventions.Research Focus Areas: Mechanisms of autoimmunity and inflammationImmunologic and molecular mechanism of diseaseGenomics proteomics ad other omics-based researchTranslation and pre-clinical models of diseaseClinical trial design innovation and real-world evidence researchComputational health analytics informatics and data science applicationsKey Responsibilities: Develop and sustain an independent externally funded research programCollaborate across departments and centers to advance multidisciplinary research initiativesMentor trainees postdoctoral fellows and junior facultyProvide clinical care in rheumatology or related specialty Required QualificationsMD/DO or MD/PH.D. or equivalent Board certified in Rheumatology or Internal MedicineStrong record or clear potential for independent peer-reviewed research fundingDemonstrated excellence in research teaching mentoring and collaborationPreferred QualificationsInterest in cross-disciplinary projects bridging clinical and computational health researchEstablished record of extramural funding and senior-author publicationsIndividuals of diverse background and experiences are highly encouraged to applyAll are welcomeOregon 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 or Key Skills Clinical Research,Ellucian,Infusion Experience,Primary Care Experience,Suturing,Workers' Compensation Law,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Joint Operations,Teaching,Epic,Mentoring Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1