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Get Access To All JobsAssistant Professor WOT – Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Neuropathology, Division of Anatomic Pathology
Position Overview
Organization: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Title: Assistant Professor WOT – Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Neuropathology, Division of Anatomic Pathology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026, but is flexible. The Division of Anatomic Pathology (AP) seeks a Neuropathologist to join our Neuropathology subspecialty service on the clinician educator track. 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. Assistant Professors are eligible for multi-year 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. This position is full-time and non-tenured due to reasons of funding.
The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor range: $22,023 to $26,494 per month ($264,276 to $317,928 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a 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 University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
The primary clinical service responsibilities will be case sign out in these diagnostic services as well as the associated teaching of medical/PA students, post-sophomore fellows, residents, and subspecialty fellows. UW AP faculty on this service also participate in intraoperative consultation service/on-call rotations. The successful candidate is expected to interact and foster relationships with clinicians and participate in interdisciplinary conferences associated with these services.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
The successful candidate will hold an MD or DO (or foreign equivalent), or MD/PhD, and be board-eligible/board certified in Neuropathology. The candidate must be eligible for licensure to practice medicine in Washington State. In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H1-B visa, graduates of foreign (non-US) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the US Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/183211. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
-
A cover letter detailing your detailing their clinical and scholarly interests and future goals
-
A curriculum vitae
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 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request. References should be addressed to Dr. Luis F. Gonzalez-Cuyar, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
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 WOT – Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Neuropathology, Division of Anatomic Pathology
Position Overview
Organization: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Title: Assistant Professor WOT – Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Neuropathology, Division of Anatomic Pathology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026, but is flexible. The Division of Anatomic Pathology (AP) seeks a Neuropathologist to join our Neuropathology subspecialty service on the clinician educator track. 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. Assistant Professors are eligible for multi-year 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. This position is full-time and non-tenured due to reasons of funding.
The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor range: $22,023 to $26,494 per month ($264,276 to $317,928 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a 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 University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
The primary clinical service responsibilities will be case sign out in these diagnostic services as well as the associated teaching of medical/PA students, post-sophomore fellows, residents, and subspecialty fellows. UW AP faculty on this service also participate in intraoperative consultation service/on-call rotations. The successful candidate is expected to interact and foster relationships with clinicians and participate in interdisciplinary conferences associated with these services.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
The successful candidate will hold an MD or DO (or foreign equivalent), or MD/PhD, and be board-eligible/board certified in Neuropathology. The candidate must be eligible for licensure to practice medicine in Washington State. In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H1-B visa, graduates of foreign (non-US) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the US Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Instructions
Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/183211. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
-
A cover letter detailing your detailing their clinical and scholarly interests and future goals
-
A curriculum vitae
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 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request. References should be addressed to Dr. Luis F. Gonzalez-Cuyar, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive laboratory or teaching experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree alone or two years of skilled work. Clarifying your category before you apply prevents your employer from filing under the wrong classification.
Target universities with active PERM history
Research institutions and four-year universities file PERM for laboratory teaching roles far more often than community colleges or private K-12 schools. Focus your outreach on departments with funded research grants, since those positions are more likely to carry permanent sponsorship budgets.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Identifying which institutions have actually sponsored Laboratory Teaching Assistants through employment-based green cards is time-consuming. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your applications on institutions with a proven PERM track record.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role, location, and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Laboratory Teaching Assistant SOC code in your target city before accepting an offer, so you know the wage floor PERM will require your employer to certify.
Understand how the PERM recruitment test works
PERM requires your employer to run a genuine recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. worker was available. For academic roles, this typically includes journal postings, campus listings, and a 30-day job order. Delays happen when departments skip a required recruitment step, so confirm the process with HR upfront.
Preserve your priority date if you change institutions
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch.
Green Card Laboratory Teaching Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a university sponsor a Laboratory Teaching Assistant for a green card?
Yes. Universities and research institutions are the most common sponsors for Laboratory Teaching Assistant green cards. The employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, documenting a prevailing wage determination and a recruitment test, before submitting an I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS. Most Laboratory Teaching Assistant roles qualify under EB-3 at minimum, and candidates with a master's degree may qualify under EB-2.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status, while employment-based green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence. Green card sponsorship requires PERM labor certification, a process H-1B does not use. There is no lottery for employment-based green cards, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries like India and China can face significant priority date backlogs before their I-485 can be approved.
Where can I find Laboratory Teaching Assistant jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you identify universities and research institutions that have actually completed PERM filings for Laboratory Teaching Assistant positions, rather than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during interviews.
Does my O*NET occupation profile affect my PERM eligibility?
O*NET defines the standard duties and education requirements for Laboratory Teaching Assistant roles, and DOL references occupational definitions when reviewing PERM applications. If your actual job duties differ significantly from the O*NET profile, your employer's PERM documentation should reflect those specific duties to avoid a denial or audit. Accurate job descriptions aligned with what you actually do in the lab strengthen the application.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar occupation without restarting PERM from zero. Changing employers before either threshold is reached typically requires the new employer to begin the PERM process from scratch.