Assistant Professor without tenure – Cardiac Aortic Surgeon

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 January 2027. 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 January 2027.

The base salary range for this position will be: $41,667 - $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 all aspects of complex thoracic aortic surgical care, including open and endovascular therapy. 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

Application Instructions:

To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than May 31, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by May 15, 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.

Apply at: apply.interfolio.com/184415