Career Center

The Departments of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine (School of Medicine) and Mechanical Engineering (College of Engineering), in partnership with the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine (ISCRM), invite applications for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor. This position's primary appointment is in the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine (School of Medicine) with a joint appointment in Mechanical Engineering (College of Engineering). 100% tenure will reside in the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

Applications are sought in the broad area of fundamental science in connective tissue biology (including, but not limited to tissue engineering, mechanobiology, stem cell biology, and/or regenerative medicine). The position will focus on musculoskeletal conditions that disproportionately affect women's health and fitness (e.g., osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and ligament/tendon disease). This position is supported in part by the Endowed Chair for Women's Sports and Lifetime Fitness, and the successful applicant will become the Chair holder.

We are seeking highly motivated candidate who will work collaboratively with faculty in both departments and ISCRM to develop an innovative, extramurally funded research program. The position will also involve teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering using active learning pedagogy. The successful candidate will build on our existing diversity efforts and will partner to develop new initiatives that enhance diversity in Orthopaedics and Mechanical Engineering and/or ISCRM. Finally, the holder of the Chair will contribute to community outreach whose goal is to enhance the health of women throughout their lives. This is a 12-month service period position (July-June) with an anticipated start date in Winter 2022. Review of applications will begin August 2021.

The University of Washington is one of the nation's premier educational and research institutions and our faculty are committed to excellent teaching, outstanding research, and exemplary service. In addition to its internationally recognized clinical care over five hospitals, the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine pursues a wide range of research that ranges from skeletal biology and tissue regeneration to clinical trials to enhance patient care (http://www.orthop.washington.edu). The Department of Mechanical Engineering's research and teaching portfolio covers all aspects of the broad field of mechanical engineering, including interdisciplinary work in advanced materials & manufacturing, data science & machine learning, energy & the environment, heath, mechatronics & robotics, and fluids (http://www.me.washington.edu). The mission of the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine (ISCRM) is to harness breakthroughs in stem cell biology to develop new treatments for today's patients (http://iscrm.uw.edu).  The University of Washington is uniquely positioned among biomedical research institutions in its ability to lead in both basic discovery and its application to the treatment of disease. The University and its affiliated institutions, the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Children's Hospital, are widely regarded as leaders among the premiere biomedical research institutions in the world, with great strengths in the constellation of areas crucial for success in stem cell research and regenerative medicine.

Applicants must have a PhD (or foreign equivalent) in a relevant field by the date of appointment. The successful applicant will demonstrate high quality scientific productivity, previous success in securing extramural funding from national agencies, and a documented commitment to enhancing diversity in science.  

Applicants should include a cover letter, contact information for 3 references, and 2 brief statements used for initial evaluation of the applicants (300 words each): 1) a summary of previous efforts and future plans to enhance diversity in science, education, and/or the broader community, 2) a description of the scientific accomplishments the candidate is most proud of. Additionally, applicants should provide a 3 to 5-page statement on their research, teaching & mentorship, and equity, diversity & inclusivity and 3 selected publications or manuscripts in press.

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/.