Organization: Radiology
Title: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (WOT) in Radiology, Neuroradiology
Description
The Department of Radiology in the School of Medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle is recruiting for one full-time (100% FTE) faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, without tenure (WOT) by reason of funding, commensurate with experience, to join the department with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2026. Assistant Professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Associate Professors WOT and full Professors WOT 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.
Responsibilities include clinical coverage of the diagnostic neuroradiology service, education of medical students, residents and fellows, and pursuit of academic excellence. Candidates will be expected to perform clinical work in all aspects of neuroradiology (although not including cerebral angiography and related interventions). The neuroradiology section provides clinical coverage and teaching at four medical centers (University of Washington, Harborview, Northwest, and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center), all with state-of-the-art equipment, including five 3 Tesla and five 1.5 Tesla MR systems, three 64-detector multidetector CT scanners, two dedicated neurointerventional angio suites and two PET-CT. Teaching and mentoring of medical students, residents and fellows is also a large part of our Section’s mission. Participation in departmental outreach as appropriate is expected. All UW faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. This is an outstanding opportunity for those seeking a successful academic career in radiology.
The base salary range for these positions, at 100% FTE, will be between $33,355 - $40,012 per month ($400,260 - $480,144 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a US Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization. This position is incentive eligible through the physicians practice plan.
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/.
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf.
About the Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology Section:
UW School of Medicine is a top program, with UW Hospital ranked #1 in Washington. The Department of Radiology is committed to a culture of diversity, inclusion, and equity in patient care, education, and discovery. Our department has 160 clinical and research faculty including physicians, physician assistants, advanced registered nurse practitioners, and scientists, and 109 residents, fellows, and post-doctoral students. We have an incredibly talented staff and leadership team. We provide services to the Pacific Northwest (WWAMI - Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho), but also to patients from all other states, Canada, Asia, Africa, and other regions of the world. We are recognized for patient and family-centered care. Our core value is to provide the best in care for every patient every time. We are proud of our research endeavors, which aim at providing healthcare that is more accessible, less invasive, at a lower cost, and with optimal outcomes. We are ranked # 13 in NIH funds among academic institutions. Our valued educational programs are geared toward forming physicians and scientists who care deeply about our communities and see innovation as central to the challenges of the future.
The Neuroradiology Section consists of 17 faculty members and 9 fellows. We are a large, diverse section with an extensive track record of academic success. While all faculty members have experience with all aspects of abdominal imaging, dedication and expertise in their chosen clinical and research areas is encouraged and supported. We have ample departmental and university resources for teaching and research, including access to cutting edge technology from GE Healthcare and Philips Medical Imaging and protected academic time commensurate with funding.
Seattle is consistently ranked among the top three urban areas for quality of life, with superb recreation and outdoor activities nearby and a very temperate climate. Despite its reputation, springs and summers in Seattle are sunny and warm. It is very family-friendly and accommodating to extensive sports and outdoors activities with excellent schools available. Seattle has thriving culinary and music scenes. It is not only the city that gave us Jimmy Hendrix, Nirvana, and Pearl Jam, but also the place where you find some of the best jazz performances in the world. Sports? Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Storm, Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Mariners, and Seattle Kraken, Go Huskies!
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- M.D. or D.O., or foreign equivalent, in medicine
- Possess or be eligible for medical licensure in Washington State
- American Board of Radiology (ABR) certification or ABR board-eligible
- Successful completion of a neuroradiology fellowship in an accredited program and be CAQ-certified, or eligible, in neuroradiology
- Excellence in academic achievement as demonstrated by a record of scientific presentation and/or publications
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 three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Please apply online through Interfolio and send any inquiries to the Section Chief of Neuroradiology listed below. Please upload the following required forms as part of the application process: Updated CV, Letter of Interest or Cover Letter, and Diversity Statement. In your diversity statement, please include information about your experiences with and/or commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Address inquiries to:
Dean Shibata, M.D.
Professor & Section Chief, Neuroradiology
University of Washington Department of Radiology
1959 NE Pacific Street, NW011, Box 357115
Seattle, WA 98195-7115
Email: [email protected]
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
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