MEMBERSHIP
Be Part of a Thriving Life Sciences Network
Oregon Life Sciences is the state’s trade association and champion for the life sciences industry. With members across biotech, medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, biomanufacturing, and supporting services, Oregon Life Sciences works to advance discoveries, foster collaboration, strengthen the workforce, and grow Oregon and southwest Washington’s innovation economy.
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Benefits of Membership
Join Oregon Life Sciences to connect with industry leaders, access exclusive resources, and stay ahead with cutting-edge education and insights. Amplify your voice in shaping policy and innovation, while boosting your organization’s visibility and impact. Together, we advance our industry’s future.
Advocacy
- Representation at local, state, and federal levels
- Legislative tracking and regular policy updates
- Opportunities to engage with lawmakers, regulators, and advisory boards
- Coalition building to promote pro-innovation environments
- Action alerts to mobilize grassroots support for critical issues (e.g., FDA reform, R&D tax credits, IP protection)
Business Support
Access to group purchasing programs (through BIO Business Solutions) with discounted pricing on:
- Lab supplies and equipment
- Insurance and employee benefits
- Facilities and operations services
- Member directories and concierge services to connect with trusted vendors, CROs, CMOs, etc.
- Foster a dense, collaborative industry cluster that attracts investment, talent, and federal funding
Networking
- Industry conferences, summits, and regional meetups; including the annual conference and Innovation Showcase (September)
- Targeted working groups or committees (e.g., workforce training, government affairs and advocacy, event programming, apprenticeship trainings, Oregon Bio Women)
- Member spotlights, press releases, and branding opportunities through newsletters, social media, and events
Workforce
- Training and certification programs, including BioPro
- Internship and fellowship coordination
- Access Bio Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program
- Rad Lab, a free-to-play life science career video game
- Oregon Bio Women (OBW) Mentorship Program
- Job boards and talent-matching services
Ecosystem Building
Role as a neutral convening body that links startups, researchers, corporations, investors, and government- Programs that support entrepreneurship, incubators, and tech transfer
- Regional strategy development to promote economic growth and competitiveness
- Foster a dense, collaborative industry cluster that attracts investment, talent, and federal funding
Industry Insights
Access to:
- Economic Impact Reports
- State-of-the-sector data and economic impact studies
- Regulatory and compliance updates
- Guest speakers, roundtables, and leadership seminars
- Collaborations with academic institutions, accelerators, and innovation hubs
Every employee at a Oregon Life Sciences member company can take advantage of exclusive benefits—like discounted admission to events and BioPro training courses!
Save Money With BIO Business Solutions®
Oregon Life Sciences is a state affiliate of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), the world's largest biotech trade association. Through the BIO Business Solutions program, our members receive exclusive pricing and favorable terms on things like lab supplies, office supplies, insurance, and much more.
Explore the savings opportunities on our BIO Business Solutions page.
Leverage Our Concierge Service to Find Trusted Business Partners
Easily connect with vetted service providers through Oregon Life Sciences’ Concierge service, designed to link you with trusted partners from the Oregon Life Sciences member community. Whether you're seeking specialized expertise or specific life science services, the Concierge makes it simple to find reliable, industry-aligned providers.
Committee Engagement
Committee participation provides a unique platform to influence initiatives, policies, and programs that drive growth across the sector. Beyond impact, involvement enhances networking opportunities, helps employees build leadership and collaboration skills, and expands their exposure to the many disciplines and innovations within life sciences.