Neurological Surgery

UW Medicine; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 420,000 - 675,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medicine's Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor (without tenure) in the Clinician-Scholar Pathway, starting July 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will develop a clinical practice across UW Medical Center – Montlake and Harborview, participate in teaching of students and trainees, and engage in scholarly activity in outcomes-based research.

Qualifications

• MD degree required and eligible for Washington medical license.
• Board certification or eligibility in Neurological Surgery.
• USMLE steps completed or equivalent for visa sponsorship eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a clinical practice focused on surgical management of complex neurological disorders.
• Teach and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows; engage in scholarly activities.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Teaching ability

Research interests

Team collaboration

Education

MD degree

US medical license eligibility

Board cert/eligibility in Neurological Surgery

Tools

None

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: School of Medicine: Neurological Surgery

Location

University of Washington Medical Center

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.

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.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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

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Disability Services

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