Assistant Professor Jobs in Washington
Assistant Professor jobs in Washington are consistently active, with demand concentrated in higher education, biomedical research, and computer science across one of the most research-intensive states in the country. The largest hiring markets are Seattle, Pullman, and Spokane, where institutions like the University of Washington, Washington State University, and Seattle University maintain year-round faculty pipelines. The most sought-after specializations include data science, nursing education, environmental science, and engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assistant Professor or Associate Professor WOT, Radiation Oncology, FHCC
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: School of MedicineOrganization: Radiation Oncology
Title: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor WOT, Radiation Oncology, FHCC
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor without tenure by reason of funding (WOT) with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027, or earlier by mutual agreement. 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 appointment (3-year term, renewable if appointed to the rank of Assistant Professor) beginning July 2027.
The selected candidate will be proposed for appointment to the full-time faculty at the University of Washington as an Assistant or Associate Professor WOT on the regular track (either Clinician-Teacher or Clinician-Scientist), with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Assistant Professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Associate Professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that 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. Academic rank at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This position is paid directly by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (FHCC) and receives no UW compensation. Please refer to FHCC for information about compensation for this position.
We are seeking a physician-scientist who is a board certified or board eligible Radiation Oncologist and who has a laboratory research effort in an academic laboratory- or computationally-based program relevant to the field of radiation oncology (examples include but are not limited to: cancer biology, radiation biology, immunology, cancer genomics, tumor microenvironment, radiation response in normal tissue/tumor, translational research, etc.).
This faculty position will have a focus in translational research with significant support and protected time for laboratory work with some additional expectation of clinical care and teaching. Teaching responsibilities may involve oversight of residents during outpatient rotations, participation in the resident didactic curriculum, and delivery of informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to providers and the general medical community.
The area of clinical focus will be determined by the programmatic needs of the Department, as well as the area of expertise in the case of established investigators. Experience in complex radiation treatment planning and delivery (VMAT, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)/stereotactic radiosurgery, IGRT, proton therapy etc.) are desired.
Faculty are expected to perform their primary activities on-site at Fred Hutch.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
FHCC Overview
Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
Department Overview
The University of Washington Department of Radiation Oncology is internationally recognized for excellence in patient care, research, and education. Through UW Medicine and its clinical partners, including Fred Hutch Cancer Center, the Proton Therapy Center, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle Children's Hospital, and VA Puget Sound Health Care System, the Department provides comprehensive radiation oncology services throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Our multidisciplinary faculty of more than 80 radiation oncologists, medical physicists, advanced practice providers, and research scientists collaborates across disease-site programs and scientific initiatives, supported by experienced grants management, research administration, and clinical trials infrastructure.
The Department treats more than 3,500 patients annually and offers one of the broadest arrays of radiation treatment technologies in the world. The University of Washington is uniquely home to North America's only academic radiation oncology department with both clinical proton and neutron therapy programs, creating exceptional opportunities for translational research and clinical innovation.
Through its partnership with Fred Hutch Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, faculty members benefit from exceptional shared core facilities, graduate education programs, and one of the nation's most collaborative cancer research communities.
The Department is equally committed to educating the next generation of physician-scientists, radiation biologists, and medical physicists through nationally recognized residency, fellowship, graduate, and postdoctoral training programs.
Living and Working in Seattle
Seattle is one of the nation's most innovative and livable metropolitan regions, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside a world-class scientific ecosystem. The region is a global leader in biotechnology, life sciences, global health, artificial intelligence, aerospace, and technology, creating exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Residents enjoy renowned arts and culture, outstanding restaurants, professional sports, vibrant neighborhoods, and easy access to hiking, skiing, cycling, sailing, kayaking, and other outdoor recreation, offering an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside the workplace.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must have a medical degree (MD/PhD welcomed), or foreign equivalent, and board eligible/ board certified in Radiation Oncology. Applicants must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Washington.
Applicants should have a track record of successful publication and funding, commensurate with rank, in a field relevant to radiation oncology.
Applicants will have completed their residency in an ACGME accredited program. The area of clinical focus will be determined by the programmatic needs of the Department, as well as the area of expertise in the case of established investigators. Experience in complex radiation treatment planning and delivery (VMAT, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)/stereotactic radiosurgery, IGRT, proton therapy etc.) are desired.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than December 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
1. a curriculum vitae
2. Research statement (maximum 3 pages) that describes accomplishments and future goals
3. Mentorship and training statement (maximum 1 page) addressing the following prompt: What is your mentorship philosophy and approach, and what has informed them? Please describe specific actions you have taken or plan to take to create a collaborative and effective training and mentorship environment in which all trainees and staff can thrive.
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.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
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 Professor or Associate Professor WOT, Radiation Oncology, FHCC
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: School of MedicineOrganization: Radiation Oncology
Title: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor WOT, Radiation Oncology, FHCC
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor without tenure by reason of funding (WOT) with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027, or earlier by mutual agreement. 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 appointment (3-year term, renewable if appointed to the rank of Assistant Professor) beginning July 2027.
The selected candidate will be proposed for appointment to the full-time faculty at the University of Washington as an Assistant or Associate Professor WOT on the regular track (either Clinician-Teacher or Clinician-Scientist), with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Assistant Professors WOT are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Associate Professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that 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. Academic rank at the University of Washington will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This position is paid directly by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (FHCC) and receives no UW compensation. Please refer to FHCC for information about compensation for this position.
We are seeking a physician-scientist who is a board certified or board eligible Radiation Oncologist and who has a laboratory research effort in an academic laboratory- or computationally-based program relevant to the field of radiation oncology (examples include but are not limited to: cancer biology, radiation biology, immunology, cancer genomics, tumor microenvironment, radiation response in normal tissue/tumor, translational research, etc.).
This faculty position will have a focus in translational research with significant support and protected time for laboratory work with some additional expectation of clinical care and teaching. Teaching responsibilities may involve oversight of residents during outpatient rotations, participation in the resident didactic curriculum, and delivery of informal teaching sessions and formal lectures to providers and the general medical community.
The area of clinical focus will be determined by the programmatic needs of the Department, as well as the area of expertise in the case of established investigators. Experience in complex radiation treatment planning and delivery (VMAT, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)/stereotactic radiosurgery, IGRT, proton therapy etc.) are desired.
Faculty are expected to perform their primary activities on-site at Fred Hutch.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
FHCC Overview
Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
Department Overview
The University of Washington Department of Radiation Oncology is internationally recognized for excellence in patient care, research, and education. Through UW Medicine and its clinical partners, including Fred Hutch Cancer Center, the Proton Therapy Center, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle Children's Hospital, and VA Puget Sound Health Care System, the Department provides comprehensive radiation oncology services throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Our multidisciplinary faculty of more than 80 radiation oncologists, medical physicists, advanced practice providers, and research scientists collaborates across disease-site programs and scientific initiatives, supported by experienced grants management, research administration, and clinical trials infrastructure.
The Department treats more than 3,500 patients annually and offers one of the broadest arrays of radiation treatment technologies in the world. The University of Washington is uniquely home to North America's only academic radiation oncology department with both clinical proton and neutron therapy programs, creating exceptional opportunities for translational research and clinical innovation.
Through its partnership with Fred Hutch Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, faculty members benefit from exceptional shared core facilities, graduate education programs, and one of the nation's most collaborative cancer research communities.
The Department is equally committed to educating the next generation of physician-scientists, radiation biologists, and medical physicists through nationally recognized residency, fellowship, graduate, and postdoctoral training programs.
Living and Working in Seattle
Seattle is one of the nation's most innovative and livable metropolitan regions, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside a world-class scientific ecosystem. The region is a global leader in biotechnology, life sciences, global health, artificial intelligence, aerospace, and technology, creating exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Residents enjoy renowned arts and culture, outstanding restaurants, professional sports, vibrant neighborhoods, and easy access to hiking, skiing, cycling, sailing, kayaking, and other outdoor recreation, offering an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside the workplace.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must have a medical degree (MD/PhD welcomed), or foreign equivalent, and board eligible/ board certified in Radiation Oncology. Applicants must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Washington.
Applicants should have a track record of successful publication and funding, commensurate with rank, in a field relevant to radiation oncology.
Applicants will have completed their residency in an ACGME accredited program. The area of clinical focus will be determined by the programmatic needs of the Department, as well as the area of expertise in the case of established investigators. Experience in complex radiation treatment planning and delivery (VMAT, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)/stereotactic radiosurgery, IGRT, proton therapy etc.) are desired.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than December 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
1. a curriculum vitae
2. Research statement (maximum 3 pages) that describes accomplishments and future goals
3. Mentorship and training statement (maximum 1 page) addressing the following prompt: What is your mentorship philosophy and approach, and what has informed them? Please describe specific actions you have taken or plan to take to create a collaborative and effective training and mentorship environment in which all trainees and staff can thrive.
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.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
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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Assistant Professor Job Market in Washington
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Who's Hiring
- University Of Washington79
- Washington State University7
- Eastern Washington University7
- Seattle University5
- Central Washington University5
Top Industries Hiring
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Washington.
- Earned doctoral degree in the relevant discipline from an accredited institution
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications appropriate to field
- Evidence of effective undergraduate or graduate teaching experience
- Record of successful or pending external grant applications
- Commitment to curriculum development and departmental service
- Ability to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in Washington academic communities
Assistant Professor Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant professor in Washington?
Becoming an assistant professor in Washington typically requires earning a terminal degree, most often a doctorate, in your discipline from an accredited university. Washington has no state-issued faculty license, but public institutions like the University of Washington and Washington State University require candidates to clear institutional credentialing reviews. Applicants in professional fields such as nursing education or law must hold the relevant Washington state professional license alongside their academic credentials.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Washington?
Employers hiring assistant professors in Washington right now include University Of Washington, Washington State University, and Eastern Washington University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's strong research university system and growing network of regional comprehensive universities mean steady faculty demand across the state, particularly in STEM, health professions, and social sciences.
Which Washington cities have the most assistant professor jobs?
The cities with the most assistant professor openings in Washington are Seattle, Cheney, and Bothell. Seattle drives the largest share of listings because of the University of Washington's flagship campus and a cluster of private colleges, while Pullman and Spokane reflect Washington State University's main campus and its Spokane health sciences programs, which generate ongoing faculty searches in science, engineering, and clinical fields.
How can I get hired as a assistant professor in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for candidates with limited experience is securing a postdoctoral fellowship or visiting lecturer appointment at a Washington research institution, which builds the publication record and teaching portfolio search committees require. The University of Washington and Washington State University regularly post postdoc and affiliate instructor roles that serve as direct pipelines to tenure-track positions. Candidates from industry roles in technology, healthcare, or environmental consulting can also move into practice-track or clinical faculty positions at Washington's professional schools.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to assistant professor jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your discipline and experience level, and apply directly through each listing.
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