Is Oregon Health & Science University a good company to work for?

Oregon Health & Science University has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5, based on over 2,064 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 60% of employees would recommend working at Oregon Health & Science University to a friend and 49% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Oregon Health & Science University have been left by employees working as Certified Nursing Assistant CNA , PAS Resource Specialist and Research Associate .

Does Oregon Health & Science University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Oregon Health & Science University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Oregon Health & Science University. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Oregon Health & Science University?

60% of Oregon Health & Science University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Oregon Health & Science University 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Oregon Health & Science University?

Research Assistant (82) , Registered Nurse (73) , Research Assistant II (44) , Registered Nurse, BSN (40) , Postdoctoral Fellow (39) , Administrative Coordinator (38) , Research Associate (35) , Senior Research Assistant (35) , Administrative Assistant (28) , Clinical Research Coordinator (27) , Medical Assistant (26) , PAS Specialist (20) , Patient Access Specialist (18) , Certified Nursing Assistant CNA (16) , PAS Resource Specialist (15)

What are the pros of working at Oregon Health & Science University according to real employee reviews?

"Most of my coworkers were really great people and I made life long friends while working there." ((in 121 reviews)); "Good pay and room to grow" ((in 115 reviews)); "Great coworkers and team to work with." ((in 50 reviews)); "Many opportunities for learning" ((in 24 reviews)); "Campus is beautiful" ((in 21 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Oregon Health & Science University according to real employee reviews?

"Parking daily is expensive and far commute" ((in 132 reviews)); "bad management and okay pay" ((in 91 reviews)); "It’s hectic at times and low salary for research assistants and research pays low" ((in 56 reviews)); "HR is often protective of bad managers" ((in 42 reviews)); "Poor leadership, lack of research focus, financial obscurity" ((in 40 reviews))

What are employees saying about Oregon Health & Science University layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Oregon Health & Science University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Oregon Health & Science University in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Oregon Health & Science University locations?

Portland , Beaverton , Marquam Hill , Hillsboro , Oregon City , Bend , Eugene , Tualatin , Salem , Salt Lake City , Hillsboro , Chicago , Portland , Frisco , Houston , Oregon , California City , San Bernardino , San Jose , Santa Cruz , Aurora , Henderson , Washougal , Coos Bay , Hermiston , Clackamas , Lake Oswego , Scappoose , Monmouth , Norristown

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3.6

60% would recommend to a friend

(1,945 total reviews)

Dr. Shereef Elnahal

67% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Career opportunities

3.3

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

Oregon Health & Science University has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,945 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Oregon Health & Science University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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2K reviews

1.0

Apr 30, 2009

Politics First, People second

Research associate

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Pros

There is a good benefit package and many areas to gain experience in.

Cons

OHSU works on the "Politics First" rules. Hiring, firing, contracts, promotions, etc... are all based on who you know rather than how good you are or if you will save OHSU money. Positions posted most likely have been filled, so applying is a waste of time. Interviews may also be fake since some departments make the hiring manager interview 3 people even if they know who they will hire.

2.0

Feb 10, 2014

Lots of potential for greatness, not much will for it.

Anonymous employee

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Pros

OHSU does some great work and some great research. I worked with a lot of very smart, motivated people who had great qualifications and lots of motivation for doing good work. You can find a team spirit, if you look for it, and some jobs have freedom. Tons of providers, nurses especially, who know why they are in health care and are committed to helping people who need it.

Cons

Inertia. Lots of turf wars, resistance to change an in-bred thinking "that's not how things work here" etc. Some people put out more effort at maintaining mediocrity, especially in IT functions, than in working towards excellence because they like their little fiefdoms. A few untouchables who manage cash cows are allowed to operate on the margins of ethical standards.

3.0

Nov 9, 2012

Great potential but inattentive managment and change is painful

Anonymous employee

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Business Outlook

Pros

Many talented employees who are dedicated to the mission of healthy Oregonians

Cons

Very much a "good old boy: club in management.

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