Assistant Professor WOT, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington

Position Description

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Washington is committed to an inclusive environment and to reducing inequities in patient care through education, research, leadership and excellence in clinical care. We strongly believe that diversity enriches training, scientific discovery and promotes the best healthcare.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Washington is seeking to hire a full-time faculty member at the Assistant Professor without tenure due to funding level to join the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). As a member of an academic division at the UWMC, there are ample opportunities to train residents, and to lead intellectually rich discussions related to the improvement of patient care outcomes, and to initiate and participate in high quality clinical, translational, and educational research.

Academic rank and salary are competitive and commensurate with experience.

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our faculty are the most important asset in our pursuit for excellence in education, research, and community service. Our Faculty not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment known for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. The successful applicant will be required to perform surgical and clinical expertise in assisted reproductive technologies, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy and other activities that typically define a busy academic REI division. We welcome applications from physicians who are highly motivated, and committed to growing a practice while also working well within the context of a multidisciplinary clinical team. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. This is a 12 month (July 1 - June 30) service period position with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2022.

About the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology:

The successful candidate will be a key team member of the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility clinical practice located in the Women’s Health Care Center at the University of Washington. Our team is currently composed of two physicians, two advanced practice providers, three embryologists and a team of nurses and medical assistants. We provide comprehensive REI-related services to the Seattle community as well as the Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho (WWAMI) region which include treatment of a full spectrum of reproductive endocrinopathies, oncofertility, gamete preservation, same sex procreative management, pre-diagnostic/genetic diagnosis, ART, intrauterine insemination, and other standard reproductive health care-related services.

This position will be expected to contribute to the intellectual diversity and legacy of teaching, clinical and research excellence of the UWMC through their professional passions. Applicants are requested to include relevant information in their cover letter.

The University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Candidates will be expected to provide medical services at the University of Washington affiliated hospitals, train residents and medical students, and make academic contributions to the field.

The University of Washington, a Recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.

Qualifications

Applicants should be board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and board certified or board eligible in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Candidates must have an MD or DO degree, completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and a Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. A foreign degree equivalent is acceptable. 

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

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, diversity statement and current CV through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/99027. Letters of interest should be addressed to: Ginny L. Ryan, M.D., M.A.. Inquiries can be sent to Ms. Bowden at bowdec@uw.edu. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal 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.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under Washington State Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.