Restorative Neurosurgeon -Assistant Professor, WOT

Organization: Neurological Surgery

Title: Restorative Neurosurgeon --Assistant Professor, WOT

Position Details: Position Description The Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (without tenure) in the Clinician-Scholar Pathway, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a twelve-month appointment. Assistant Professors are 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. The base salary range for this position is $25,000–$56,250 per month ($300,000–$675,000 annually), commensurate with experience, discipline, qualifications, and academic rank, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range includes base salary provided through the University and the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan. Additional compensation associated with this position includes guaranteed monthly additional compensation through the UW Physicians practice plan of $10,000–$17,000 per month ($120,000–$204,000 annually). Total fixed compensation (base salary plus Monthly Additional Compensation) for this position will not exceed $675,000 annually. Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive compensation through the UW Physicians practice plan. Additional compensation may also include a relocation incentive/moving allowance, administrative supplement, or productivity incentive, as applicable. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided through the UW Physicians practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization. For practitioners holding an appointment in the UW Physicians practice plan, additional information regarding benefits may be found at: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a clinical practice focused on the surgical management of complex neurological disorders, including epilepsy surgery, movement disorder surgery (e.g., deep brain stimulation), pain procedures, eloquent cortex tumor resections, and peripheral nerve surgery. The faculty member will participate in the teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows and contribute to clinical, translational, or outcomes-based research activities. The successful candidate will join a high-volume, multi-hospital academic practice serving a diverse and medically complex patient population across Harborview Medical Center and the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake and Northwest campuses. The Department of Neurological Surgery has a nationally recognized tradition of excellence in patient care, education, and research. 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: M.D. degree (or foreign equivalent). Eligibility for a Washington State medical license. Board certification or board eligibility in Neurological Surgery. In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must demonstrate successful completion of all three steps of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. 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 The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information. Privacy Notice Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy. Disability Services The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.