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Assistant Professor WOT; Clinician Scientist Pathway; Family Medicine
Uw Tacoma Keybank Professional Development Center
Location : Seattle, WA, 98104
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $15,833 - $18,333
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
For practitioners holding an appointment with the UW Physicians practice plan, see this link for additional benefits that may be available: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf
For practitioners holding an appointment with the UW Physicians practice plan, see this link for additional benefits that may be available: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf
The University of Washington Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor on the clinician scientist track , with the title of assistant professor without tenure (WOT) due to source of funding . This position will be a minimum of 40% clinical and includes 30% protected time for research development for the first two years . All faculty in the DFM participate in research, teaching and scholarly effort. Th is position is based in Seattle Washington with an anticipa ted start date is February 1, 2026 , or soon thereafter.
Assistant Professors (Without Tenure) are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30),
The base salary range for this position will be: $15,833 - $18,333 per month ($ 190,000 - $220,000 annually 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 the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through the UW Physicians practice plan.
Please note : only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations.
Compensation provided by the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position may include incentives through the UW Physicians practice plan.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
Reporting
All Department of Family Medicine faculty report to the Department Chair. This position will also have accountability to the VC of Clinical Programs and the VC of Research.
Position Responsibilities
Success in research and scholarship is required of faculty appointed in this pathway in the Department of Family Medicine, documented from appropriate sources and evaluated at the appropriate faculty level at the time of initial appointment, and excellence is required for promotion. The faculty member will also provide clinical services within the department’s family medicine clinical settings [ Harborview Medical Center, and / or the Univ ersity of Washington Northgate Primary care clinic .
Freqently Asked Questions
The role includes 30% protected time for research development during the first two years, emphasizing scholarly work alongside clinical duties. Faculty are encouraged to engage deeply in research, teaching, and service, fostering a robust academic and clinical scientist environment within family medicine.
Approximately 40% of the position involves clinical service, balanced with significant protected research time. This synergy allows clinician scientists to apply research insights directly to patient care in family medicine, enhancing both clinical outcomes and academic contributions.
Applicants with a strong background in clinical family medicine combined with demonstrated research productivity are preferred. Advanced degrees and prior involvement in clinical trials or health science research enhance competitiveness, aligning with the department's emphasis on scholarly excellence.
Faculty appointments with UW Physicians Practice Plan may unlock additional benefits beyond university provisions, including incentives tied to clinical productivity. This dual-structure benefits package supports both academic and clinical career growth within the Center.
The monthly salary spans from $15,833 to $18,333, translating to approximately $190,000 to $220,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Compensation includes both university salary and potential UW Physicians Practice Plan incentives.
Seattle's academic and clinical research sectors attract many qualified candidates, making competition for faculty roles robust. However, positions offering integrated clinical and research time, like at UW Tacoma, appeal particularly to those seeking balanced career development.
Seattle offers diverse commuting choices including public transit, light rail, and biking paths. Proximity to Harborview Medical Center and Northgate clinics allows flexibility, but traffic patterns during peak hours may influence daily travel times.
Multi-year appointments with clear expectations for research, teaching, and clinical service allow faculty to build a strong portfolio. Excellence in scholarship is critical for promotion, supporting long-term growth within academia and clinical leadership.
The center fosters a collaborative environment where protected research time complements clinical responsibilities. Faculty benefit from mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and resources tailored to developing clinical research expertise.
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