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Our mission

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We strive to be recognized as world-class leaders in research, education and clinical care.

Discover what makes our department stand out and explore opportunities to join our team.

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Who we are

The Department of Medicine (DOM) is a passionate and diverse community consisting of over 2,000 faculty, staff and trainees dedicated to excellence in research, medical education and patient care. 

Our central department team supports the activities and personnel of our 11 divisions, each consisting of faculty and staff focused on research, education and clinical endeavors.

We have over 100 active faculty recruitments and approximately 30 active staff recruitments at all times.

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Faculty positions

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As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

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Well-being and support

We are committed to working to make our team feel connected, empowered, and engaged in the work they do and supported in a fulfilling and healthy work-life balance. We offer a variety of resources to ensure your personal and professional well-being. 

Mentorship

Professional development

We have built a culture dedicated to supporting the professional growth and satisfaction of our employees. We have a number of opportunities for employees to get involved in projects they are passionate about and programs that help them achieve their professional goals.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion

We celebrate diversity in our community and continuously work to ensure an inclusive and equitable workplace. View our Diversity page for a snapshot of our initiatives and events promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Employee Spotlights

Dana Panteleeff

Dana Panteleeff, MBA 

Senior director of operations
Central department staff

Dana joined the department in 2022, bringing an extensive background in academic and research operations management.

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Pankhuri Gupta

Pankhuri Gupta, MS

Research genetic counselor
Division of Medical Genetics

Pankhuri is a graduate of the UW Genetic Counseling Graduate Program, for which she now serves as an advisory board member in addition to her role in the Stergachis Lab.

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featured open positions

We average approximately 30 open staff positions at any given time. Featured here is a snapshot of current openings. 

Medicine Electives Manager

Medicine Student Programs (MSP) in the Department of Medicine oversees Internal Medicine medical student education for the UW School of Medicine. The Medicine Electives Manager will manage and coordinate 75+ medicine elective courses at 45 plus medical centers and clinics in the greater Seattle area and five state Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho (WWAMI Region). 

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Contact

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Staff news

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October 28, 2024
Patricia Kritek appointed interim chair
Dr. Patricia (Trish) Kritek will be interim chair of the Department of Medicine, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
October 15, 2024
Spotlight: LGBTQ+ Council
We are pleased to share that Dr. Shiv Bhandari is the new chair of the LGBTQ+ Council. Council meetings to resume Nov. 4.
October 8, 2024
Sean Greenlee to represent UW Medicine on staff DEI council
He was selected to represent UW Medicine on this new, campus-wide council.