Assistant Professor without Tenure (WOT) - Medicine, Rheumatology (2026)

Assistant Professor without Tenure (WOT) - Medicine, Rheumatology (2026)

Position Overview

School / Campus / College: School of Medicine

Organization: Medicine, Rheumatology

Title: Assistant Professor without Tenure (WOT) - Medicine, Rheumatology (2026)

Position Details

Position Description

The Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time faculty position as an Assistant Professor WOT (without tenure due to funding). This position will be based at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) in Seattle, Washington. Assistant professors (WOT) are eligible for multi-year 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. This position will have an active research program. The successful candidate will be expected to lead a nationally recognized research program in the pathogenesis of arthritis or other rheumatic diseases. Additional duties will include outpatient attending duties with the responsibility to teach residents and fellows and, in the laboratory, to mentor research scientists and postdoctoral fellows. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. The anticipated start date will be July 1, 2027. The base salary range for this position will be: $15,834 – $16,151 per month ($190,008 – $193,812 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 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. 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.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have:

• M.D. or DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Board certification or eligibility in rheumatology (or foreign equivalent)
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Washington
• A proven track record of securing extramural funding

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 and should include the following materials:

• Cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.

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. For questions, please contact rheum@uw.edu.

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

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.