Description
The Department of Radiology in the
School of Medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle
is seeking applications for one full-time (100% FTE) faculty
position at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor,
or Professor without tenure (WOT) by reason of funding,
commensurate with experience, in the Breast Imaging
Section. The Breast Imaging Section is comprised of 7
clinical and 1 research faculty member and 4 fellows. This
position has an anticipated start date of November 1, 2021.
School of Medicine faculty members have an annual service
period of 12 months (July 1-June 30).
Responsibilities include clinical
coverage of the breast imaging service, instruction of medical
students, diagnostic radiology residents and breast imaging
fellows, and pursuit of academic interests. The breast
imaging section provides clinical coverage and teaching at our
medical centers (UW Medical Center – Montlake Campus, UW Medical
Center – Northwest Campus, Harborview Medical Center, and Seattle
Cancer Care Alliance). The successful faculty candidate will
be expected to perform clinical work in all aspects of breast
imaging at both the UW Medical Center – Northwest Campus and
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance sites. Under the direction of
Dr. Janie Lee, the section is closely integrated with clinical and
research programs throughout the UW Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson
Cancer Research Center, and the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, to
provide the highest level of comprehensive care for breast
disease. All UW faculty engage in teaching, research, and
service.
The University of Washington (UW)
is the nation’s top public educational and research
institution. The School of Medicine has been ranked second in
the world, among the top two recipients of federal research
grants. Our hospitals consistently rank among the very best
for patient care in the nation, as does the Seattle Cancer Care
Alliance for cancer care delivery. The UW Department of
Radiology is internationally recognized as dynamic, progressive,
and high impact in the field of Diagnostic Imaging. Our
academic enterprise complements the clinical, teaching and research
activities of one of the nation's leading healthcare delivery
enterprises.
Seattle is a cosmopolitan city set
in a dramatic backdrop of water, forests and mountains. It is
famous for its vibrant downtown neighborhoods and many cultural
strengths – consistently ranked among the top urban areas for
quality of life. Our staff enjoy outstanding benefits, strong
support for professional growth, and an environment noted for
diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and
artistic pursuits.
Qualifications
Candidates should meet the
following requirements:
M.D., or foreign equivalent, in
the field of medicine and eligibility for full medical licensure in
Washington State
Completion of a Breast Imaging
Fellowship in an accredited program
Demonstrated commitment to an
academic career based on record of scientific presentation or
publications
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.
Application Instructions
Please upload the following
required forms as part of the application process: Updated CV,
a Letter of Interest or Cover Letter and a statement of past
and planned contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion
(i.e., diversity statement). Please apply online through
Interfolio here:
https://apply.interfolio.com/90704
Address inquiries to:
Janie Lee, M.D.
Professor & Section
Chief of Breast Imaging
University of Washington,
Department of Radiology
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
1144 Eastlake Avenue East,
LG2-200
Seattle, WA 98109
Email:
jmlee58@uw.edu
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opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status,
pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age,
disability, or protected veteran status.
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diversity among its faculty, librarian,
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Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty
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and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty
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