Description
The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor WOT (without tenure due to funding), with an anticipated but flexible start date of October 1, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a twelve-month service period (July 1 - June 30), with an initial appointment term of 3 years, renewable.
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.
Faculty appointed WOT (without tenure due to funding) are in a non-tenure track because all or part of their annual University-administered salary is derived from sources other than regularly appropriated state funds. Except for this distinction, WOT faculty members have the same rights, responsibilities, and obligations as tenure track and tenured faculty members at those ranks.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position will be $8,000 - $10,830 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to be an active participant in the teaching, research, and scholarship of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine's Division of Physical Therapy and to contribute to the mission of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. Instructional duties may include, but are not limited to, serving as instructor of record or assistant for foundational courses related to neuroscience and evidence-based practice and applied coursework related to neurologic and geriatric physical therapy. Specific topics of instruction may include, but are not limited to, research design and conduct; neurophysiology, neuroimaging, and neuromodulation technologies; movement analysis in neurologic populations, and evidence-based treatment for people with neurologic conditions, including multiple sclerosis and age-related cognitive decline. Opportunities to serve as a research capstone advisor and to mentor students in the PhD Program in Rehabilitation Science and clinical residency programs are also available.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with existing research teams and will be expected to develop, establish, and maintain an independently funded research program. The ideal candidate will have research interests aligned with neurologic rehabilitation and may contribute to expanding the Division's research portfolio in areas such as multiple sclerosis and related neurologic conditions, with opportunities to collaborate with the University of Washington Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue extramural funding, including career development or transition awards (e.g., NMSS, NIH K-series, K99/R00, VA Career Development Award), to support the development of an independent research program.
The position is primarily based at the University of Washington-Montlake Campus.
The successful candidate will be expected to fulfill requirements for advancement along the Clinician-Scientist pathway of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
ABOUT US
The University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is nationally recognized for excellence in research, clinical care, and education and has a long history as a leading regional and national center for rehabilitation medicine. The department is consistently ranked among the top programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Our vision is "A world where all people can fully participate and thrive."
Our mission is "Together we achieve and advance the highest quality rehabilitation care, training, and research."
Our values are integrity, inclusion, innovation, and impact.
The department has an exceptional record of extramural research funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation across clinical and translational science. Research is a central focus of the department, with nationally recognized programs in areas including limb loss, pain, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, brain injury, disability, mobility, and rehabilitation outcomes. Faculty collaborate extensively across the University of Washington School of Medicine and with regional, national, and international partners. In fiscal year 2023, departmental researchers received more than $15.7 million in awards from government and private sponsors, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DoD), and National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR)/Administration for Community Living (ACL). In addition, department faculty based at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System maintain more than $21 million in active research funding.
The department includes four clinical divisions: General Physiatry, Sports and Spine Physiatry, Pediatric Rehabilitation, and Rehabilitation Psychology & Neuropsychology. Faculty provide clinical services across the UW Medicine system, including Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, and UW Eastside Specialty Center. More than 25 faculty members are based at affiliated partner institutions, including Seattle Children's Hospital, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, and the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. The Sports and Spine Division provides care at multiple clinic sites throughout the region.
The department also offers nationally recognized graduate and professional training programs in rehabilitation science and rehabilitation therapies, including the PhD in Rehabilitation Science, Master of Occupational Therapy, Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics, and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. The University of Washington enrolls approximately 60,000 students annually across its Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell campuses and is internationally recognized for research, innovation, and public service. Located on the Seattle campus, the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program enrolls 48 students annually and collaborates closely with medical, rehabilitation, and research partners within and beyond the University.
Seattle consistently ranks among the nation's most livable cities, offering an exceptional quality of life with easy access to mountains, forests, waterways, and year-round outdoor recreation. Located between Puget Sound and the Cascade mountain range, Seattle combines the amenities of a major metropolitan area with close proximity to hiking, skiing, cycling, kayaking, and national parks. The region is known for its mild climate, vibrant neighborhoods, and strong culture of outdoor activity and environmental stewardship.
Seattle also offers a thriving arts, culinary, and music scene, with internationally recognized museums, theaters, live music venues, and restaurants. It is home to major professional sports teams including the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Mariners, Seattle Kraken, Seattle Storm, Seattle Sounders FC, and University of Washington Huskies. The city offers abundant cultural and recreational opportunities for individuals and families alike.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- have an academic doctoral degree (PhD or foreign equivalent) in Rehabilitation Science or a relevant field and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree
- be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice as a physical therapist in the State of Washington
- have teaching expertise in a doctor of physical therapy or related program
- demonstration of an established research agenda that includes publications in peer-reviewed journals, evidence of success in securing extramural peer-reviewed research funding, and strong potential for future grantsmanship and research leadership
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than June 15. Priority will be given to those applications received by June 8. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/186118. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
1. a cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
2. a curriculum vitae
3. teaching statement
4. research statement
5. names and contact information for at least four referees who may be contacted by the committee with questions and are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request
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.
For questions about the position, contact email ahrrehab@uw.edu, Attention: DPT Assistant Professor - RMI 20260701-04.
