Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, WOT – Pediatric Surgeon, University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Hospital
Quick facts
- Pay
- $425,004 - $675,000 annually
- Type
- Full-time
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Background
- MD / physician
- Industry
- Health and Care — 3087 open jobs
- Visa in listing
- H-1B
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay anyone for a job offer or visa sponsorship
Job description
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, WOT – Pediatric Surgeon, University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Hospital
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: School of Medicine
Organization: Surgery
Title: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, WOT – Pediatric Surgeon, University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Hospital
Position Details
Position Description
Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric General Surgery at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor without tenure (WOT), by reason of funding with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The successful candidate will be expected to support the department's commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a twelve-month appointment (3-year term renewable for Assistant Professor) beginning January 2027. The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor $35,417-$39,584 ($425,004 - $475,008 annually); Associate Professor $41,667-$50,000 ($500,004 - $600,000 annually); Professor $52,084-$56,250 ($625,008 - $675,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through CUMG.
The successful candidate will provide the full spectrum of general and thoracic pediatric surgical care, with a particular focus on pediatric bariatric and metabolic surgery. Seattle Children’s Hospital has established a comprehensive obesity management center, with bariatric surgery serving as a major component of this multidisciplinary program. The successful candidate will play a leading role in the continued development and growth of the surgical program and collaborate closely with specialists across the obesity management center.
The primary site of practice will be Seattle Children’s Hospital, with opportunities to participate at other sites consistent with regional affiliations and institutional strategy. The Division of Pediatric General Surgery includes 16 board-certified pediatric surgeons and supports a busy tertiary and quaternary care practice, as well as regional clinics.
The successful candidate will participate in the clinical, educational, and academic missions of the division, including the selection, teaching, and training of residents and fellows. As a member of the University of Washington faculty, the candidate will engage in teaching, research, and service, with opportunities for scholarly activity, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a pediatric surgeon to combine a broad general and thoracic surgery practice with a leadership role in the continued advancement of pediatric bariatric and metabolic surgery.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- MD degree (or foreign equivalent)
- Board eligibility (or foreign equivalent) by the American Board of Surgery, inclusive of completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)
- Eligible for medical licensure in state of Washington
- 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.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Application should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 1 page detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- a curriculum vitae
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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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Disability Services
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Visa sponsorship record: University of Washington
Sponsors actively| Fiscal year | H-1B LCAs | USCIS approvals | USCIS denials | PERM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 155 | 104 | 3 | — |
| FY2025 | 240 | 191 | 3 | 30 |
| FY2024 | 108 | 196 | 2 | — |
✔ University of Washington filed 16 H-1B applications for this kind of role (Business Teachers, Postsecondary) in the period above.
Also filed: E-3 Australian × 3 — a good sign for Australian (E-3), Chilean and Singaporean (H-1B1) candidates.
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Which visas can work for this job
Occupation: Business Teachers, Postsecondary (SOC 25-1011).
- Mentioned in the listing
H-1B
- H-1B cap-exempt employer
Likely cap-exempt (university, affiliated hospital or nonprofit research body): H-1B can be filed any time of year, with no lottery. Confirm with HR.
- TN (citizens of Canada and Mexico)
This kind of role may fit the USMCA profession “Teacher (college, university or seminary)” — it depends on the actual duties. No lottery, no cap; you need the matching degree or license.
- E-3 (Australia) and H-1B1 (Chile, Singapore)
This employer has filed before (E-3 Australian: 3). Same degree requirement as H-1B, but no lottery and a separate quota that is rarely filled.
- O-1 (extraordinary ability)
For candidates with awards, publications, press, a high salary or critical roles at distinguished organizations. No cap, no lottery; the employer files a petition.
- Green card (EB-2 / EB-3 via PERM)
Filed 30 PERM labor certifications: they have a track record of sponsoring permanent residence.
Salary vs prevailing wage
Level IV (fully competent)Business Teachers, Postsecondary · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA. Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).
| Level | Prevailing wage | H-1B lottery odds* |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | $64,260 | ~15% |
| Level II | $96,983 | ~31% |
| Level III | $129,707 | ~46% |
| Level IV | $162,430 | ~61% |
This job pays $425,004–$675,000 a year — that's Level IV (fully competent). In the wage-weighted H-1B lottery a Level IV registration gets 4 entries; estimated selection chance about 61% — better than average.
* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.
Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.