Assistant or Associate Professor (WOT) - Shoulder & Elbow Surgeon - Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
$20,000 - $37,500/yr
Assistant or Associate Professor (WOT) - Shoulder \& Elbow Surgeon - Orthopaedic Surgery \& Sports Medicine ================================================================================================================= ### Position Overview Organization: Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Title: Assistant or Associate Professor (WOT) - Shoulder \& Elbow Surgeon - Orthopaedic Surgery \& Sports Medicine ### Position Details #### Position Description The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained candidate for a faculty position in its world-renowned shoulder and elbow service. Responsibilities could include resident and fellow education, medical student teaching, and clinical or basic research. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice encompassing all aspects of shoulder and elbow conditions, as well as a robust program in clinical research, the study of educational methodologies, or basic research. The practice is located at the University of Washington Medical Center. The appointment will be made at the Assistant Professor WOT (without tenure) or Associate Professor WOT (without tenure) rank depending on qualifications. The majority of School of Medicine faculty hired in the professorial track are hired under the WOT designation. Faculty appointed WOT have the same rights, responsibilities and obligations as tenure-track and tenured faculty members at those ranks. However, faculty appointed as WOT do not hold tenure because all or part of their annual University-administered salary is derived from sources other than regularly appropriated stated funds. This position has a flexible start date in the spring, summer or fall of 2026. Assistant Professors (WOT) are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Associate Professors (WOT) hold indefinite 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. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Salary Overall compensation is a combination of base salary plus other compensation. Base compensation is only one component of total compensation. The base salary range for this position is at: $20,000 – $37,500 per month ($240,000-$450,000 annually) dependent on Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization. Other Compensation Other compensation associated with this position will include Monthly Additional Compensation (MAC) and Semi-Annual Additional Compensation (SAAC) through the UW Physicians practice plan. Physicians Practice Plan For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf #### Qualifications Applicants must have an MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent), be board certified (or eligible) in orthopaedic surgery and have completed a fellowship (or foreign equivalent) in shoulder \& elbow surgery. In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all 3 steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. #### Instructions Please upload your curriculum vitae, a cover letter, contact information for three references and diversity statement. #### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. 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