Senior Rank Faculty Position without Tenure (WOT), Radiation Oncology, Radiation Biology Research
Position Overview
Organization: Radiation Oncology
Title: Senior Rank Faculty Position without Tenure (WOT), Radiation Oncology, Radiation Biology Research
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue 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 academic appointment beginning July 2026.
The base salary range for this position will be $11,667 - $20,834 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 expand and strengthen our foundational and translational research capacity in radiation oncology, with a focus on advancing mechanistic understanding of radiation response, particularly in the tumor microenvironment, hypoxia, redox biology, and emerging modalities such as FLASH radiotherapy. Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, candidates who bring a strong, independent research program with expertise in areas such as ferroptosis, immune modulation, and molecular pathways influencing therapeutic response and normal tissue protection, along with a demonstrated track record of extramural funding and high-impact scholarship.
Research in the Department of Radiation Oncology involves preclinical and clinical studies to address the need to improve clinical outcomes in cancer therapy. To achieve this, novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to radiation therapy in cancer patient treatment are imperative, as are collaborations with medical and basic scientists at the University of Washington and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center to maximize translational research opportunities. Successful candidates will be expected to secure funding for their research.
Department Overview
UW Medicine and its partner institutions provide an extensive and outstanding array of radiation oncology modalities for cancer patients. The Department of Radiation Oncology treats over 3,500 patients annually from a multi-state region covering over 25% of the U.S. geographic area. The University of Washington has the only Radiation Oncology department in North America that has clinical particle beam delivery systems for both proton and neutron therapy. Our clinical approach is collaborative with numerous multidisciplinary clinics, tumor boards and disease specific chart rounds. We are a part of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and have strong translational and clinical research collaborations. The Department has 36 physicians, 10 advanced practice providers, 33 physicists, and 2 research faculty. Educational opportunities in our residency programs, fellowship programs and post-doctoral scholarship abound.
The City of Seattle
The metropolitan region is an urban area of 4 million people with a diverse population and an associated rich arts and cultural scene. Amenities include restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, cinema, live theater, live music, art, pop culture, a foodie scene, and urban homesteading. Seattle is the gateway to the great outdoors with hiking, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, sailing, kayaking, fishing, and whale watching within an hour of the city. Beyond the mountains to the west, there is the Pacific Ocean and, to the east, deserts, fruit, and wine country. Seattle is one of the fastest-growing cities with significant industries in biotechnology, computer technology and communication, global health, and e-commerce. The variety of neighborhoods within Seattle and surrounding areas offer a diversity of environments for families and single adults to call home, connected by bike commuting trails and a rapidly growing public transportation system.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- completed a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in physics or a related field
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 15, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: [link]. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
1. a cover letter of no more than 3 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
2. a curriculum vitae
3. research statement
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.
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