Assistant or Associate Professor; WOT; Pediatric Epileptologist; Neurology

University of Washington:
Academic Personnel & Faculty:
School of Medicine:
Neurology Location

Seattle, Washington

Aug 31, 2026

The Neurology Department at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of July, 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 beginning July 1, 2027.

Assistant and Associate 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 these positions will be $19,447 - $20,206 per month ($233,364 - $242,472 per year) for the Assistant Professor title or $22,479-$22,981 per month ($269,748-$275,772 per year) for the Associate Professor title, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate will j oin the Division of Pediatric Neurology at Seattle Children’s Hospital where their role will include EEG reading, epilepsy consultations, and outpatient clinics. Responsibilities will also include shared supervision of adult and pediatric neurology residents.

All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.

Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent degree, eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Washington, and certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology or foreign equivalent.

• 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 three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

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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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