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Oregon Life Sciences · In Partnership with Business Oregon

Where Science
and Life Come
Together.

Oregon is one of America's fastest-growing life sciences regions — where world-class innovation and an unmatched quality of life share the same address.

$21.2B
Economic Output
74,925
Total Jobs
$99K
Avg. Annual Wage
127%
Job Growth Since 2002
$21.2B
Total Economic Output
74,925
Total Jobs Supported
$99K
Avg. Annual Wage
52% above state avg.
$5.6B
Annual Exports
54% of industry output
1,995
Private Firms Statewide
127%
Employment Growth 2002–2023
LifeScience
Industry Sectors

A full-spectrum life sciences ecosystem

Oregon's life sciences industry spans five major sectors, present in nearly every county — from Portland's biotech core to Bend's innovation scene and the Willamette Valley's ag-bio corridor.

Medical Devices & Equipment Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Research & Testing Labs Bioscience Distribution Agricultural Feedstocks Digital Health Diagnostics Biomanufacturing
Employment Growth 2002–2023
Research & Testing Labs+226%
Life Science Research+176%
Medical Devices+66%
All Oregon private employment+29%
Life Changing
Innovation Programs

Oregon invests in what's next

From translational research to global market access, Oregon's ecosystem actively funds and accelerates life science companies at every stage.

Explore Programs
$222M
OTRADI
31 startups launched, $222M leveraged, 400 jobs supported
$72.4M
Gap Fund Returns
44 startups raised $72.4M on a $7.6M state investment
$13M
SBIR / STTR
Federal funding secured for Oregon companies via state matching grants
$7B
NIH Investment
In NIH awards to Oregon institutions 2002–2023
10+
Active FDI Leads
Life science leads since 2024 incl. 8 European FDI prospects
Global
Market Access
Oregon Pavilion at Bio International; Swiss Biotech; MedTech Conference
Research & Talent Pipeline

Life
Saving.

Oregon's universities and research hospitals generate $1.2 billion in annual life science research activity — and a pipeline of scientific talent to power the next generation of breakthroughs.

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    OHSUOregon Health & Science University — the region's anchor research institution
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    Oregon State UniversityResearch spanning ag-bio, pharmaceutical sciences, and bioengineering
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    University of OregonMolecular biology, chemistry, neuroscience, and materials science
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    Kaiser Permanente Center for Health ResearchPopulation health, clinical trials, and outcomes research
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    Providence & Legacy ResearchCardiovascular, oncology, and translational clinical research
47.1%
of total industry jobs are held by women
LifeSaving
Quality of Life

Life Style.

Your team doesn't have to choose between an extraordinary career and an extraordinary life. In Oregon, both come standard.

Oregon mountains and Cascades
⛰
Mountains & Cascades
Ski Mt. Hood. Hike Crater Lake. Summit the Three Sisters. World-class outdoor recreation 90 minutes from Portland.
Oregon Pacific Coast
🌊
The Pacific Coast
363 miles of public coastline. Cannon Beach, Bandon, the Columbia River Gorge — weekend adventures from anywhere.
Willamette Valley wine country
🍷
Wine Country
The Willamette Valley — one of the world's premier Pinot Noir regions. 700+ wineries within an hour of Portland.
Portland food and dining
🍽
Food & Culture
Portland's nationally acclaimed dining scene. James Beard–recognized chefs. A city that takes food as seriously as science.
Let's Connect

Ready to explore Oregon?

Whether you're a site selector evaluating a location decision, an international company exploring U.S. expansion, or a researcher considering relocation — we're here to help you navigate the ecosystem.

Oregon Life Sciences
Industry & Ecosystem Inquiries
Trade association for Oregon's life sciences sector
oregonlifesciences.org/contact-us →
Business Oregon
Site Selection & Investment
Oregon's economic development agency — incentives, FDI, workforce
businessoregon.com →
Data source: Oregon Life Sciences 2025 Economic Impact Report, prepared by Pinnacle Economics, Inc. Figures reflect 2023 data.