Assistant Professor (WOT), Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology
Position Overview
Organization: Pediatrics
Title: Assistant Professor (WOT), Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology
Position Details
Position Description
The Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics at the University of Washington is seeking a full-time faculty member to join our faculty as an Assistant Professor without tenure by reason of funding on the Faculty-Scientist track. Academic rank at the time of appointment is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Division of Neonatology at the University of Washington is nationally and internationally recognized for its innovative, well-funded, collaborative and productive basic and translational neurobiology research program focused on mechanisms, prevention and neuroprotective treatment of neonatal brain injury. This work includes basic science and translational methods using multiple preclinical models of neonatal brain injury. We are looking for a team member to help achieve our goal of bringing promising therapies to clinical trials, and to evaluate the effects of instituted changes in care (outcomes).
This title is 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. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Anticipated start date Fall 2022.
Qualifications
This position requires a PhD in a relevant field (or foreign equivalent)
Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter and a diversity statement. The diversity statement should address current and/or future commitments to and experiences with equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
Benefits Information
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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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Disability Services
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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/.