Overview

Welcome to the OHSU Anesthesiology Resident Research Track page. As one of the first anesthesiology residency programs to combine an 18-month research fellowship within a competitive 30-month clinical residency, our mission is to train the next generation of physician-scientists investigating cutting-edge clinical, translational, and basic science questions.

OHSU offers one categorical Oregon Scholars Program (OSP) research position through the Match annually. While a prior PhD is not required, we seek applicants who demonstrate sustained scientific curiosity, potential for long-term inquiry, and a drive to advance perioperative medicine.

World-Class Research Environment

Situated on Marquam Hill, residents tap into robust departmental resources and collaborate with renowned faculty across campus, including:

• Vollum Neuroscience Institute & Layton Aging Center
• OHSU Knight Cancer & Cardiovascular Institutes
• Oregon Clinical and Translational Research Institute (OCTRI)
• ONPRC (Oregon National Primate Research Center)
• Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Cores
• Comprehensive Pain Center

Beyond the lab, OHSU is located in Portland, Oregon—a vibrant city celebrated for its dining scene, accessible public transit, nearby wineries, Pacific coast beaches, and mountain trails.

Curriculum & Program Structure

• Intern Year (PGY-1): Focus on core clinical skills across internal medicine, surgery, and intensive care, supplemented by 4 months of anesthesiology electives.
•  CA-1 Year: Typically dedicated entirely to clinical rotations to establish a strong foundational knowledge of anesthesiology and identify clinically relevant research questions; some research can be accommodated if otherwise in good standing.
• CA-2 through CA-4 Years: Protected research time typically begins (18 months total, customizable across the final three years). maintain clinical competency, residents complete 2 days of clinical call per month while on research blocks.
  • Typical Progression: Many residents use the first 6 months of research time to generate preliminary data for FAER Resident Fellowship Grant applications, utilizing the remaining 12 months for supported project execution.

Funding & Financial Support

• Salary Supplement: Scholars receive an additional $10,000 annual salary supplement during their CA-3 and CA-4 years.
• Grant Opportunities: Residents are actively supported in applying for internal and external funding, including awards from FAER, IASP, AUA, IARS and APSF.

Program Expectations

• Complete all standard ACGME core residency requirements.
• Execute a substantial research project in collaboration with a primary faculty mentor.
• Submit abstracts, posters, or presentations to national/international conferences.
• Serve as Research Chief during the CA-4 year to mentor junior residents and liaise with the broader academic community.

Short-Term Protected Research Option

For residents interested in conducting research without extending total residency length, ACGME guidelines allow up to 6 months of protected research time during standard 36-month training. Interested residents can submit a Resident Research Proposal Form co-signed by a primary faculty mentor to the Scholarship Oversight Committee prior to their next academic year.

How to Apply

Apply via ERAS using Program Code #1599040C0 and select interest in the Research Track. Applications are reviewed directly by research faculty, with interview invitations sent in October.

You may also select interest in our other tracks:

• 3-Year Advanced Program
• 4-Year Categorical Program
• 5-Year Integrated Critical Care Medicine Track

Explore additional details on our Clinical Research Faculty and Basic Science Research Faculty teams.