Research Mission
As the state's only health and research university, OHSU's breakthrough research leads to new cures, new standards of care and a better understanding of health and the biomedical sciences. OHSU researchers are exploring new basic, clinical and applied research frontiers, environmental and biomedical engineering and information sciences. Our university offers a rich landscape for biomedical research. A major hallmark is the array of multidisciplinary approaches researchers take to the most intractable problems in human health--including diseases of the central nervous system, cancer, rare genetic disorders, and infectious disease. In 2009, OHSU was awarded $307 million in outside funding for research & education.
steps for success
Research Development & Administration Structure
Research Funding & Development Services (RFDS)Central Resource to help investigators find funding, assess funding strategy and write better grants.
Research Grants & Contracts (RGC)
First stop for all investigators who are planning to submit an application.
Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA)
Where to go once a grant has been awarded. Provides advice and assists in fiscal management of sponsored project awards.
Clinical Trials Office (CTO)
Helps investigators and staff with study start-up services for industry sponsored clinical trials.
Research Integrity
Provides information and compliance requirements for those who conduct research at OHSU.
FAQs
Who do I talk to first if I want to apply for a grant?
First, contact your Department Administrator and/or Department Research Support group as early as possible when you are interested in applying for a grant.
Is there someone who can help me find funding sources?
Yes, the Research Funding & Development Services (RFDS) is a great resource for searching for fund opportunities.
Where do I go for application questions?
Both your Department level research administrative support and Research Grants & Contracts office (link) can help you with application questions.
How do I setup a NIH Commons Account?
Complete this online form to request a comes account.
How do I transfer my NIH Commons account to my new university?
Contact your Grants & Contracts Coordinator and department research administrative staff by email with your NIH commons account name and request that they change your affiliation from your former institution to OHSU.
Can I start applying for grants before I officially start at OHSU?
Yes, you can start applying for grants as soon as your offer letter has been signed. Please make sure to contact your OHSU Department Administrator so she is aware that you will be submitting an application from OHSU.
What kind of compliance obligations do I need to complete before I can begin conducting research?
Depending on the type of research, you are responsible for completing different types of compliance and training. Please see the Research Integrity (Link to Research Integrity page) page for more information.
How do I transfer my grants from my former institution to OHSU?
Please see the Grant Transfer Checklist for step-by-step instructions.
