Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research
Research ServicesOregon, United States201-500 Employees
The Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research (CHR) is a Portland, Oregon-based organization founded in 1964 that operates in the field of research services. It conducts studies with real patients and healthcare providers in everyday clinical settings through its close affiliation with the Kaiser Permanente delivery system. The center pursues a robust program of public health research and builds collaborations with academic institutions, community organizations, and other health systems to extend the impact of its work. In 2025, it collaborated with OCHIN and the University of California, San Francisco to study tools aimed at improving blood pressure and HbA1c management in community clinics, including how care plans are documented and adapted. The center emphasizes partnerships across Kaiser Permanente and external organizations to translate research into practice within real-world care settings. Additional information about its research and career opportunities is available on its website.