Entry Level Assistant Professor Jobs
New grad assistant professor jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong teaching portfolio or graduate research work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like University of Kentucky, University of Minnesota, and Oregon Health & Science University hiring at this level now.
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Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice Family Medicine Sports Medicine
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: School of MedicineOrganization: Family Medicine
Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice Family Medicine Sports Medicine
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Family Medicine at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice. Professorial rank is dependent upon record of academic and teaching success in addition to clinical expertise. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a twelve-month full-time basis for a term of three years beginning October 1, 2026, or soon thereafter.
The clinical full-time equivalent (cFTE) will be 0.80 with an administrative component of 0.20
Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Practice faculty are eligible for multiyear appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1–June 30). Faculty on a 12-month service period are paid for 11 months of service over 12 months, allowing the equivalent of one month of paid time off.
The base salary range for Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice will be: $17,500 - $19,666 per month ($210,000-$236,000 annually) commensurate with experience and qualification or mandated by the U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The base salary range for Associate Professor of Clinical Practice will be: $ 19,166 -$23,833 per month ($230,000 -$286,000) annually commensurate with experience and qualification or mandated by the 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 the benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
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
Other compensation associated with this position includes incentive pay through the UW Physicians practice plan.
Reporting Structure
All Department of Family Medicine faculty report to the Department Chair. This position will also have accountability to the Director for Sports Medicine.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to be an active participant in the clinical activities of the Department of Family Medicine with a sports medicine focus. They are expected to participate in the teaching mission of the Department, especially as it relates to their clinical work and expertise.
The clinical duties will include a mixed practice of primary care and sports medicine, as well as teaching, residents, fellows, and medical students at the UW Medicine Outpatient Meridian Clinic (OPMC). Applicants will be expected to participate in the full spectrum of Sports Medicine practice including procedural and diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound. Additional procedural opportunities such as extracorporeal shock wave therapy may be part of the services offered to support the needs of the sports medicine section.
Qualifications
Applicants for this clinical practice faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Applicants are required to have an MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- Current certification by the American Board of Family Medicine or foreign equivalent.
- Washington State Medical License (DEA and NPI), or license eligible
- Board certified (or board eligible) in Sports Medicine
- In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduate of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
- To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit the following materials:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice Family Medicine Sports Medicine
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: School of MedicineOrganization: Family Medicine
Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice Family Medicine Sports Medicine
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Family Medicine at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice. Professorial rank is dependent upon record of academic and teaching success in addition to clinical expertise. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a twelve-month full-time basis for a term of three years beginning October 1, 2026, or soon thereafter.
The clinical full-time equivalent (cFTE) will be 0.80 with an administrative component of 0.20
Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Practice faculty are eligible for multiyear appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1–June 30). Faculty on a 12-month service period are paid for 11 months of service over 12 months, allowing the equivalent of one month of paid time off.
The base salary range for Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice will be: $17,500 - $19,666 per month ($210,000-$236,000 annually) commensurate with experience and qualification or mandated by the U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The base salary range for Associate Professor of Clinical Practice will be: $ 19,166 -$23,833 per month ($230,000 -$286,000) annually commensurate with experience and qualification or mandated by the 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 the benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
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
Other compensation associated with this position includes incentive pay through the UW Physicians practice plan.
Reporting Structure
All Department of Family Medicine faculty report to the Department Chair. This position will also have accountability to the Director for Sports Medicine.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to be an active participant in the clinical activities of the Department of Family Medicine with a sports medicine focus. They are expected to participate in the teaching mission of the Department, especially as it relates to their clinical work and expertise.
The clinical duties will include a mixed practice of primary care and sports medicine, as well as teaching, residents, fellows, and medical students at the UW Medicine Outpatient Meridian Clinic (OPMC). Applicants will be expected to participate in the full spectrum of Sports Medicine practice including procedural and diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound. Additional procedural opportunities such as extracorporeal shock wave therapy may be part of the services offered to support the needs of the sports medicine section.
Qualifications
Applicants for this clinical practice faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Applicants are required to have an MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- Current certification by the American Board of Family Medicine or foreign equivalent.
- Washington State Medical License (DEA and NPI), or license eligible
- Board certified (or board eligible) in Sports Medicine
- In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduate of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
- To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit the following materials:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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- University of Kentucky93
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Entry Level Assistant Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level assistant professor job?
Entry level assistant professor roles typically look for candidates who have completed a relevant advanced degree and can demonstrate teaching readiness through graduate assistantships, adjunct experience, or research output. A strong cover letter that addresses teaching philosophy, a writing sample, and solid faculty references give new candidates a real edge. Applying to postdoctoral fellowships or visiting instructor positions first can also build a competitive record.
Which companies hire entry level assistant professors?
Companies hiring entry level assistant professors right now include University of Kentucky, University of Minnesota, and Oregon Health & Science University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from colleges, universities, and research institutions that are filling tenure-track or non-tenure-track faculty lines for upcoming academic terms.
Are there remote entry level assistant professor jobs?
Yes, though most faculty roles still involve on-site teaching and campus responsibilities. About 3% of entry level assistant professor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in online-focused institutions or continuing education programs where course delivery is fully digital.
Are these new grad assistant professor jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles designed for candidates early in their academic careers. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of formal teaching experience and may accept graduate assistantships, adjunct work, or a strong dissertation portfolio in place of a longer professional record.
Which industries hire the most entry level assistant professors?
Entry Level assistant professor roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they have consistent enrollment growth, active research programs, or accreditation requirements that create recurring faculty needs for new instructors.