Seattle, WA, US,
98104
7 November 2024Description
We are recruiting an Associate Professor (without tenure) or full Professor (without tenure) to augment the cardiac research efforts of the Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and the Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to candidates who are either in receipt of external funding or have a high probability for external funding either at the federal level, or via private funding agencies/industrial sponsors.
The Division of Pediatric Cardiology is a diverse team covering every pediatric and congenital cardiac specialty, and has a broad network, extending across 4 states in the Pacific Northwest. Our scholarly pursuits span outcomes research, device and drug trials, translational research, and basic scientific inquiries.
The successful candidate will be expected to support either one of our current academic directions, or a novel direction applicable to the interests of our team, such as, but not limited to, the foundational causes of neurodevelopmental deficits in newborns with complex congenital heart disease. Anticipated start: Summer/Fall 2024
The base salary range for this position will be: Associate Professors $12,084 - $18,334 per month ($145,008 - $220,008 annually), Professors $15,834 - $26,667 per month ($190,008 - $320,004 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations.
Associate Professors and Professors hold indefinite appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.
Qualifications
Applicants should possess PhD in a relevant field and/or MD (or foreign equivalent).
In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all 3 steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter and a diversity statement. The diversity statement should address current and/or future commitments to and experiences with equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Please also include names and contact details of three references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
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