Assistant or Associate Professor WOT- Complex Pediatric Airway Surgeon

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027, but could be as soon as January 1, 2027.

Assistant Professors WOT are eligible for 3-year, renewable term that aligns 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. 

Associate Professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that aligns 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.

This position will be based at Seattle Children’s Hospital and affiliated ambulatory care centers. Clinical responsibilities include outpatient and surgical care, inpatient consultation and call, and the supervision and education of medical students, residents, and fellows. The successful candidate will care for children with complex airway, breathing, feeding, sleep, and swallowing conditions and collaborate closely with the Seattle Children’s Airway and Esophageal Center. These programs bring together otolaryngology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, speech and language pathology, nutrition, and other pediatric surgical specialties.

As a leading pediatric referral center serving Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho, Seattle Children’s offers exceptional clinical breadth, dedicated pediatric surgical resources, and a highly collaborative academic environment. The Division provides comprehensive pediatric otolaryngology care through multidisciplinary programs spanning aerodigestive and airway care, hearing loss and cochlear implantation, craniofacial conditions and velopharyngeal dysfunction, vascular anomalies, sleep, sinus, voice, thyroid disease, and cranial base surgery.

The position offers significant opportunities for collaborative clinical, translational, outcomes, and surgical innovation research through the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Research Institute. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.

More information on the department can be found at https://otolaryngology.uw.edu/

Salary:

Assistant Professor WOT Rank:

The base salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor WOT rank will be: $25,834 - $27,084 per month ($310,008 - $325,008 annually) based on a full-time rate 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 Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) 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 Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through Children’s University Medical Group. The UW department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery targets the AAMC 50th percentile for total salary.

Associate Professor WOT Rank:

The base salary range for this position at the Associate Professor WOT rank will be: $34,167 - $36,667 per month ($410,004 - $440,004 annually) based on a full-time rate 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 Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) 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 Children’s University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through Children’s University Medical Group. The UW department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery targets the AAMC 50th percentile for total salary. 

Benefits:

Physicians Practice Plans:

For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available:  https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/CUMG-Benefits-Summary-for-recruiting.pdf

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• MD (or foreign equivalent)
• Certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology
• Completion of fellowship training program in pediatric otolaryngology
• Eligible for a Washington State medical license
• Candidates should have a background and a track record of scholarly productivity.

In order to be eligible for university sponsorship for an H-1B, graduates of foreign (non-US) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the US Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Application Instructions

Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio and should include the following materials:

• A cover letter of no more than TWO pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
• A curriculum vitae Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

To apply, submit your application at: https://apply.interfolio.com/191262. Initial deadline for receipt of complete applications is December 1, 2026.