Assistant Professor without tenure – Cardiac Transplant Surgeon
Position Overview
Organization: Surgery
Title: Assistant Professor without tenure – Cardiac Transplant Surgeon
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, without tenure (WOT), by reason of funding with an anticipated start date of August 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate 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, beginning August 2026.
The base salary range for this position will be: $41,677 - $46,250 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in heart and lung transplantation and ventricular assist device implantation. In addition, this position will perform general cardiac surgery procedures as part of the Section of Cardiac Surgery and will be expected to take in an equitable share of call responsibilities. The primary site of practice for this position is the University of Washington Medical Center-(UWMC) Montlake campus. Patient care may also be provided at or coordinated with Harborview Medical Center, UWMC-Northwest campus, and the Veteran’s Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System. The cardiac surgeon will also be responsible for teaching and training of residents, fellows and medical students, as well as participation in quality metrics, clinical and/or basic science research.
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 Thoracic Surgery, inclusive of completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)
- Successful completion of a transplant surgery fellowship
- Eligible for medical licensure in state of Washington
- Applicants must hold U.S. permanent residence or U.S. citizenship
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than April 30, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by April 30, 2026. 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 2 pages 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
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