Open Rank (WOT), Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition (Section Head, VAPSHCS)

Company: AFBA
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

The University of Washington School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology & Nutrition and the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS) are recruiting a full-time Head of the Section of Endocrinology based at VAPSHCS. The Endocrinology Section at the VAPSHCS is a full-service program and integrated with UW endocrinology training programs. In partnership with the Division Head, the Section Head is expected to provide leadership, vision and direction to the Endocrinology Section at VAPSHCS. As an administrative leader, the Section Head is expected to be a role model for professionalism, clinical care and academic citizenship.In addition to the leadership role, clinical duties include providing clinical care of patients in the endocrinology clinic and inpatient service. With a strong commitment to patient care, medical education, and research, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate in clinical, basic, translational and health services research at VAPSHCS and the University of Washington. The new hire will also contribute to clinical teaching through resident, student, and fellow education. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.This position would be appointed to the full-time faculty at the University of Washington at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor level, without tenure due to funding (WOT). Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in . Assistant professors (WOT) are eligible for multi-year appointments and associate and full professors (WOT) hold indefinite appointments that all 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 position is anticipated to start July 1, 2025 or later.CompensationSalaryThis position is paid directly by VAPSHCS and receives no UW compensation. Please refer to VAPSHCS for information about compensation for this position.The successful candidate must have an MD or DO (or foreign equivalent), medical licensure in the state of Washington and Board Eligibility or Certification in Endocrinology (or foreign equivalent) by the start date of employment. Must have a demonstrated academic track record with evidence of publications. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens (permanent residents may be appointed only if it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens).Interested applicants should review the required documents online through the Federal Government's Official Jobs Site at: and apply via Interfolio.Candidates will be asked to upload three required documents:

• Cover letter - please provide a one- to two-page document which includes your area(s) of interest (consult, quality, education, etc.) if applicable
• Diversity statement - the University of Washington faculty strive to deliver equitable healthcare in an environment that celebrates diversity - please provide a one-paragraph statement addressing either 1) experiences with diversity in training, professional/military work, previous teaching, and service, or 2) potential to foster more equitable healthcare delivery in the Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition.
• Curriculum vitaeThe recruitment committee will review applications in the order received.For more information or questions, please email Kim Mabee, Academic Affairs Manager: .Application ProcessThis institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.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.Benefits InformationA summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at .Commitment to DiversityThe 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 ().Privacy NoticeReview the University of Washington to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.Disability ServicesTo request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or .
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