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Position Overview
Organization: Global Health - SOM
Title: Associate or Full Professor with Tenure
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Global Health at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with 50% Tenure, with an anticipated start date of January 2, 2027. 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. Associate or Full Professor with 50% Tenure 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.
The base salary range for this position will be $12,000 - $23,000 per month ($144,000 - $276,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to lead the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health and conduct the following duties:
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Serve as a model and catalyst for Global Mental Health Scholarship at the UW. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong record of high-quality and high-impact scholarship in Global Mental Health, including the development of sustained independent funding from diverse sources. This scholarship may take the form of innovative research, supporting the scale-up of clinical interventions or implementation strategies, informing mental health policy, and/or global mental health advocacy.
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Develop a vision and provide leadership for building the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health at the UW. Leadership activities include developing a shared vision for the Consortium, facilitating collaborations and synergies among affiliated faculty and partners in and outside of UW, and promoting the work of the UW Consortium to external partners, policymakers, and the public.
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Lead activities to secure funding for the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health. Funding activities will include leading or supporting institutional grants such as center or training grants, leading applications for foundation grants, close collaboration with UW Advancement, and general fundraising for Consortium activities. The candidate will promote collaborations with other centers in DGH and with other departments at the UW School of Medicine and School of Public Health.
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Provide and support high-quality teaching and mentorship for Global Mental Health faculty, trainees and staff. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor students, faculty and staff, and contribute to mentees’ career development and success.
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Actively promote inclusivity, mutual respect, welcoming, and equal opportunity in the Consortium and the Department of Global Health. Activities will include faculty, students, staff, external partners, policymakers, and the public.
As a member of the Department of Global Health, the candidate would be expected to regularly participate in Departmental activities such as teaching, mentoring, seminar participation or guest speaking, orientation(s), program and department faculty meetings, graduation ceremonies, search committees, conducting research, and other relevant academic activities in the Department.
The University of Washington Department of Global Health bridges the Schools of Medicine and Public Health. We value and honor excellence in research, teaching, mentoring and service in order to achieve our mission: to improve health for all through research, education, training, and service; to understand and address the causes of disease and health inequities at multiple levels; and to collaborate with partners to develop and sustain locally-led, quality health systems, programs and policies.
The Department values equitable compensation among its faculty and follows established faculty compensation guidelines. All faculty, particularly on the professional tracks such as this position, are expected to engage in substantial and substantive externally-funded scholarly work. The SPH Compensation Plan outlines the base salary coverage for tenure track faculty.
The Department of Global Health’s major research, educational, and capacity-building programs focus on a broad range of health issues, including several with strong, synergistic links to woman, adolescent, and child health; HIV and other infectious diseases; mental health; injury and violence prevention; drug safety; health metrics; and health systems strengthening and program delivery. The department’s research programs range from interdisciplinary laboratory-based investigation through multi-center clinical trials, metrics development, program evaluation and implementation science.
Global mental health is a rapidly evolving field of study and service that addresses the mental health of individuals, communities, and societies through multidisciplinary perspectives. Global mental health researchers, practitioners and advocates seek to develop, identify and implement social, medical, legal, and public health interventions that promote equity, honor human rights, and disseminate high quality prevention and care in diverse settings around the world.
The UW Consortium for Global Mental Health is a joint effort of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Global Health in the UW Schools of Medicine and Public Health, with 9 core faculty who lead ongoing projects in countries such as Kenya, Mozambique, India, Uganda, Zimbabwe, and Ghana. The Consortium also has a strong focus on training and educating the next generation of global mental health leaders, providers, researchers, and advocates.
The University of Washington is situated between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, in the city of Seattle, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish people. Seattle is a dynamic and diverse metropolitan area. It is a hub of innovation and growth for global health and public health organizations and institutions. The UW has established strong partnerships with a diverse array of local, state, and global public health organizations to offer exceptional research, practice, and training opportunities for its faculty and students. The Department of Global Health is located primarily in the new Hans Rosling Center for Population Health with additional offices at the Ninth and Jefferson Building near Harborview Medical Center.
The UW and the DGH have developed specific programs to support new faculty in all areas of their research, teaching, and service development. These programs focus on bolstering peer and mentor support, affinity groups, grant writing and leadership workshops. Our faculty development offerings are listed at the bottom of our website here.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in a public health or related field (or foreign equivalent). A clinical degree (MD or DO, or foreign equivalent) is also acceptable.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than June 12, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by June 12, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 3 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications and experiences, including a mentoring and teaching statement, and your vision for leading the UW Consortium for Global Mental Health.
- a curriculum vitae
- five (5) scholarly articles
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 three (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.
Associate or Full Professor with Tenure
Position Overview
Organization: Global Health - SOM
Title: Associate or Full Professor with Tenure
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Global Health at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with 50% Tenure, with an anticipated start date of January 2, 2027. 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. Associate or Full Professor with 50% Tenure 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.
The base salary range for this position will be $12,000 - $23,000 per month ($144,000 - $276,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to lead the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health and conduct the following duties:
-
Serve as a model and catalyst for Global Mental Health Scholarship at the UW. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong record of high-quality and high-impact scholarship in Global Mental Health, including the development of sustained independent funding from diverse sources. This scholarship may take the form of innovative research, supporting the scale-up of clinical interventions or implementation strategies, informing mental health policy, and/or global mental health advocacy.
-
Develop a vision and provide leadership for building the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health at the UW. Leadership activities include developing a shared vision for the Consortium, facilitating collaborations and synergies among affiliated faculty and partners in and outside of UW, and promoting the work of the UW Consortium to external partners, policymakers, and the public.
-
Lead activities to secure funding for the UW Consortium of Global Mental Health. Funding activities will include leading or supporting institutional grants such as center or training grants, leading applications for foundation grants, close collaboration with UW Advancement, and general fundraising for Consortium activities. The candidate will promote collaborations with other centers in DGH and with other departments at the UW School of Medicine and School of Public Health.
-
Provide and support high-quality teaching and mentorship for Global Mental Health faculty, trainees and staff. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor students, faculty and staff, and contribute to mentees’ career development and success.
-
Actively promote inclusivity, mutual respect, welcoming, and equal opportunity in the Consortium and the Department of Global Health. Activities will include faculty, students, staff, external partners, policymakers, and the public.
As a member of the Department of Global Health, the candidate would be expected to regularly participate in Departmental activities such as teaching, mentoring, seminar participation or guest speaking, orientation(s), program and department faculty meetings, graduation ceremonies, search committees, conducting research, and other relevant academic activities in the Department.
The University of Washington Department of Global Health bridges the Schools of Medicine and Public Health. We value and honor excellence in research, teaching, mentoring and service in order to achieve our mission: to improve health for all through research, education, training, and service; to understand and address the causes of disease and health inequities at multiple levels; and to collaborate with partners to develop and sustain locally-led, quality health systems, programs and policies.
The Department values equitable compensation among its faculty and follows established faculty compensation guidelines. All faculty, particularly on the professional tracks such as this position, are expected to engage in substantial and substantive externally-funded scholarly work. The SPH Compensation Plan outlines the base salary coverage for tenure track faculty.
The Department of Global Health’s major research, educational, and capacity-building programs focus on a broad range of health issues, including several with strong, synergistic links to woman, adolescent, and child health; HIV and other infectious diseases; mental health; injury and violence prevention; drug safety; health metrics; and health systems strengthening and program delivery. The department’s research programs range from interdisciplinary laboratory-based investigation through multi-center clinical trials, metrics development, program evaluation and implementation science.
Global mental health is a rapidly evolving field of study and service that addresses the mental health of individuals, communities, and societies through multidisciplinary perspectives. Global mental health researchers, practitioners and advocates seek to develop, identify and implement social, medical, legal, and public health interventions that promote equity, honor human rights, and disseminate high quality prevention and care in diverse settings around the world.
The UW Consortium for Global Mental Health is a joint effort of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Global Health in the UW Schools of Medicine and Public Health, with 9 core faculty who lead ongoing projects in countries such as Kenya, Mozambique, India, Uganda, Zimbabwe, and Ghana. The Consortium also has a strong focus on training and educating the next generation of global mental health leaders, providers, researchers, and advocates.
The University of Washington is situated between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, in the city of Seattle, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish people. Seattle is a dynamic and diverse metropolitan area. It is a hub of innovation and growth for global health and public health organizations and institutions. The UW has established strong partnerships with a diverse array of local, state, and global public health organizations to offer exceptional research, practice, and training opportunities for its faculty and students. The Department of Global Health is located primarily in the new Hans Rosling Center for Population Health with additional offices at the Ninth and Jefferson Building near Harborview Medical Center.
The UW and the DGH have developed specific programs to support new faculty in all areas of their research, teaching, and service development. These programs focus on bolstering peer and mentor support, affinity groups, grant writing and leadership workshops. Our faculty development offerings are listed at the bottom of our website here.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in a public health or related field (or foreign equivalent). A clinical degree (MD or DO, or foreign equivalent) is also acceptable.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than June 12, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by June 12, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than 3 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications and experiences, including a mentoring and teaching statement, and your vision for leading the UW Consortium for Global Mental Health.
- a curriculum vitae
- five (5) scholarly articles
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 three (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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Match your role to USMCA professions
TN admission is only available for occupations on the USMCA professions list. Cross-reference your target role at UW against that list before applying. Research scientists, engineers, pharmacists, and clinical dietitians are examples that frequently appear in UW job postings.
Request a detailed offer letter early
UW's offer letter must specify your job title, the USMCA profession category it falls under, your anticipated start date, and that the position is temporary. Border officers and consular officers scrutinize these details, so request a thorough letter before your admission appointment.
Target UW's research and health sciences departments
UW's strongest TN hiring tends to cluster in its research centers, the School of Medicine, and the College of Engineering. Focusing your job search on these units improves your odds of landing a role that maps cleanly to an eligible USMCA occupation category.
Verify your credentials meet degree requirements
Each USMCA profession requires a specific credential, and Canadian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees. Confirm that your degree field directly corresponds to the occupation listed in your UW offer letter before traveling to the port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find open TN-eligible roles
Searching UW's general job board won't filter by visa type. Use Migrate Mate to identify University of Washington positions where TN admission is supported, so you're only investing time in applications tied to roles that align with USMCA-eligible occupations in education and research.
Prepare for annual TN renewal at UW
TN status is granted in one-year increments and must be renewed each time. UW's HR team typically reissues a support letter for renewals, but the timeline varies by department. Confirm your renewal process with UW's international employment office well before your current TN period expires.
University Of Washington TN Visa Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Washington sponsor TN visas?
Yes. University of Washington supports TN admission for Canadian and Mexican nationals in USMCA-eligible occupations. UW issues the required offer letter; you present it at a port of entry or U.S. consulate. There is no USCIS petition involved. Eligible roles span research, engineering, healthcare, and other academic functions that map to recognized USMCA professions.
Which departments or roles at UW typically support TN admission?
UW's research centers, School of Medicine, College of Engineering, and pharmacy and health sciences programs are the most active areas for TN-eligible hiring. Roles such as research scientist, systems engineer, pharmacist, and clinical dietitian are examples that commonly align with USMCA profession categories. Availability depends on active job openings, so monitoring postings by department is worthwhile.
How do I start the TN process once I have a UW job offer?
After accepting an offer, ask UW's HR or international employment office for a formal support letter confirming your job title, the applicable USMCA profession category, and the temporary nature of the role. Canadian citizens present this letter at a U.S. port of entry. Mexican nationals schedule a visa interview at a U.S. consulate. USCIS is not involved in either path.
How long does TN admission take at University of Washington?
For Canadian citizens, TN admission happens at the port of entry on the same day, assuming your documents are in order. Mexican nationals must schedule a consulate appointment, which adds several weeks depending on availability. UW can typically issue the support letter within one to two weeks of a finalized offer, though this varies by department.
How do I find TN-eligible job openings at University of Washington?
UW's standard job board does not filter by visa support. Migrate Mate surfaces University of Washington positions where TN admission is applicable, letting you focus on roles that align with USMCA-eligible occupations rather than screening listings manually. Pair that with direct outreach to UW departments that align with your USMCA profession to improve your chances.
How does TN visa admission work at University Of Washington?
TN status is granted under the USMCA treaty — there is no USCIS petition or Labor Condition Application required. Canadian citizens can apply directly at a U.S. port of entry with an offer letter from University Of Washington, while Mexican citizens must first obtain a TN visa at a U.S. consulate. The role must match one of the professions listed in USMCA Appendix 1603.D.1. Migrate Mate filters TN job listings to roles that fall within the eligible profession list.