Assistant Professor WOT, Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Position Overview
Organization: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Title: Assistant Professor WOT, Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology at the University of Washington (UW) in Seattle is seeking a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor, without tenure due to funding (WOT) level. This individual would attend gynecologic oncology inpatients and outpatients, perform major and minor surgeries, teach medical students, residents, and fellows, and participate in the educational mission of the department including the administration of the residency and fellowship program, surgical teaching through simulation and labs, division journal club, and didactics. This position will be required to work in a team-based setting and support the department's commitment to education, leadership, and research consistent with the academic mission of the University of Washington. In addition, there are ample opportunities for leadership and advancement within the department and institution including leadership opportunities in the residency and fellowship programs.
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 has an anticipated start date of January 1, 2023. We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Candidates will be expected to provide medical services at the University of Washington affiliated hospitals, train residents and medical students, and make academic contributions to the field.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Washington is committed to an inclusive environment and to reducing inequities in patient care through education, research, leadership and excellence in clinical care. We strongly believe that diversity enriches training, scientific discovery and promotes the best healthcare. The successful candidate will be expected to support the department's commitment to diversity. Women, transgender and non-binary individuals, and individuals from under-represented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information regarding our commitment and to see our values in action, please visit: https://obgyn.uw.edu/diversity/diversity.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent) and must have completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology. A foreign equivalent is acceptable. In addition, candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Gynecologic Oncology. Candidates must have excellent clinical and robotic skills.
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, fluency in Spanish or another non-English language.
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
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, statement of contributions to diversity, and current curriculum vitae through Interfolio. Inquiries can be sent to Ms. Bowden at bowdec@uw.edu. Cover letters should be addressed to:
Heidi Gray, MD
Search Committee Chair
Division Chief, Division of Gynecologic Oncology
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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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.
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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COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.