Assistant Professor WOT, General Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Epidemiology)
Position Overview
Organization: Medicine, General Internal Medicine
Title: Assistant Professor WOT, General Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Epidemiology)
Position Details
Position Description
The Cardiovascular Health Research Unit (chru.uw.edu), part of the Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine at the University of Washington, invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of October 1, 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: July 1-June 30 (3-year term, renewable). 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.
The base salary range for this position will be $9,000 - $12,500 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 work closely with Dr. James Floyd, Professor of Medicine and Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology, to lead research programs in cardiovascular disease epidemiology, genomics/omics, and Asian American health. Successful candidates will be expected to generate external funding support. The candidate will have extensive opportunities to work with and train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The CHRU is a highly collaborative and multi-disciplinary research environment with about 30 faculty, staff, and trainees.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Only full-time positions (100% FTE) are eligible for permanent residence sponsorship. Employer based permanent residence sponsorship is offered in the WOT track.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Requirements include a Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related field. Eligible candidates must have a record of publications in the areas of cardiovascular disease epidemiology, genomics/omics, and Asian American health. The applicant must have successfully competed for extramural funding in the past.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/187130. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences – please address your cover letter to the chair of the search committee, James Floyd, MD, MS
- a curriculum vitae
- contact information for at least 3 referees 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
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Benefits Information
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