Assistant Professor WOT, Neurophysiologist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
The University of Washington’s Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is hiring for a full-time academic appointment for a neurophysiologist at the rank of Assistant Professor (without tenure due to source of funding, which is typical of ranked faculty appointments within the department). 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. Appointment at a higher level will be considered based on an applicant’s level of experience.
Anticipated start will be in Spring 2025, but other dates may be considered.
We offer a collaborative and multidisciplinary academic environment. Opportunities will be available for building an academic career that includes teaching, research, and program development.
The successful candidate will participate in clinical activities, teaching, and scholarship and will be expected to fulfill requirements for advancement along the Clinician-Educator pathway of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Clinical responsibilities will include remote and in-person supervision of intraoperative monitoring procedures taking place at the University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center, and Seattle Children’s hospital, as well as clinical training and development. Intraoperative monitoring supervision and guidance will include the following: complex spine surgeries; intramedullary spinal cord tumors; complex brain and brainstem procedures including cortical mapping, awake craniotomies, tumor resections, vascular procedures, DBS procedures; selective dorsal rhizotomies; and complex peripheral nerve tumors and grafts. Participation in teaching activities will include graduate level teaching of neuroscience-based courses and clinical education. In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to initiate and participate in collaborative clinical research projects related to the field of intraoperative monitoring and clinical outcomes, to collaborate with existing research teams on a variety of other clinical research projects, and to develop their own research portfolio. Basic science research opportunities may also be available through collaboration.
Note: While interoperative monitoring experience is not a requirement to be offered this job, successful candidates who do not already have interoperative monitoring experience will receive fellowship-style training in-house during their first year.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position will be $8,800 - $11,657 per month ($105,600 - $139,884 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Other compensation associated with this position may include a moving allowance or relocation incentive, if applicable.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is nationally recognized for outstanding research, clinical care, and education. We consistently rank among the best rehabilitation hospitals in the nation in US News & World Report, which also ranks us #1 in Washington. The Department has an exceptional record of successful extramural research funding and interprofessional collaboration. We offer rich opportunities for interdisciplinary research, teaching, and learning.
The department has four clinical divisions: General Physiatry, Sports and Spine Physiatry, Pediatric Rehabilitation, and Rehabilitation Psychology & Neuropsychology. Faculty provide clinical services across four UW Medicine campuses: Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake, University of Washington Medical Center-Northwest, and UW Eastside Specialty Center. More than 25 of our faculty are based at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Veteran’s Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, which are UW Medicine-affiliated organizations. The Sports and Spine division provides care at seven clinics throughout the UW Medicine system.
As one of the largest recipients of rehabilitation research funding in the country, research is a key focus of our department. Key research focus areas include limb loss, pain, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, brain injury, and disability. Our faculty collaborate extensively with other departments within the School of Medicine, as well as with outside institutions. In fiscal year 2023, a total of $15.7 million in research funding was awarded to departmental researchers. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DoD), and the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR)/ Administration for Community Living (ACL) were our top sponsors, comprising a total of 72% of the awards we received. In addition, our departmental faculty who are based at VA Puget Sound Health Care System have a total of $21.8 million in current funding.
We offer nationally recognized training in rehabilitation therapies and rehabilitation research through four degree programs: PhD in Rehabilitation Science, Master in Occupational Therapy, Master in Prosthetics and Orthotics, and Doctor of Physical Therapy.
The UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is committed to continually building an inclusive culture; has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and believes that diversity fosters excellence.
Seattle is one of the most scenic and livable cities in the United States.
Qualifications
- PhD or foriegn equivalent in neuroscience or a related field
- Record of basic science and/or clinical research as demonstrated by experience and publication history
Application Instructions
Please upload the following required documents via the provided link:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Diversity statement that reflects your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as evidenced broadly in such areas as course content, hiring practice involvement, community service, etc.
- Research Statement
- Names and addresses of four professional references who may be contacted by the committee for inquiries
Applications will be accepted for a minimum of 30 days and thereafter until the position is filled. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
For questions about the position, contact email [email protected], ATTN: Neurophysiologist - RMI 20220701-08
