Job Description

The University of Washington Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases invites applications for up to three full-time (1.0 FTE) Global and Rural Health Fellow (Non-ACGME) positions for Internal Medicine physicians. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.

The University of Washington Global and Rural Health Fellowship is a one- or two-year post-residency training program for Internal Medicine physicians dedicated to improving health systems and addressing inequities in both global and rural settings. Fellows receive advanced training in clinical care, research, education, and leadership, with an emphasis on culturally responsive, community-centered care for underserved populations.

During the first year, fellows provide direct clinical care with Native communities at the Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska, or with the Indian Health Service on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. In the second year, fellows select between two specialized tracks:

Research Track: Fellows conduct clinical, implementation, or public health research through the University of Washington’s international partnerships, focusing on health systems strengthening, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building.

Clinical Education Track: Fellows engage in clinical care, supervision, and medical education in low- and middle-income countries in collaboration with local health ministries and UW-affiliated faculty mentors.

Fellows participate in a four-week Global Health Leadership course in Seattle, attend regular virtual didactic sessions on global and rural health topics, and receive mentorship and career development support from UW faculty and global health partners such as Partners in Health, I-TECH, PATH, and Health Alliance International. Fellows are also expected to complete and present a scholarly project at a local, national, or international conference.

Essential Functions and Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical care in rural and international underserved settings.
• Conduct clinical, implementation, or public health research focused on global or rural health.
• Teach and supervise medical students and residents in clinical and academic settings.
• Participate in structured educational and leadership training, including the Global Health Leadership course and virtual seminars.
• Engage in mentorship and professional development with UW faculty and partners.
• Complete a scholarly project suitable for presentation at a professional conference.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this position will be $8,333.33 per month ($100,000 per year). This position is eligible for University of Washington benefits. Click here for Summary of Benefits for Residents and Fellows.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Global and Rural Health Fellow will be expected to:

Clinical Care:

• Provide inpatient and outpatient medical care to underserved populations during the first year with Native communities at the Alaska Native Medical Center (Anchorage, AK) or the Indian Health Service on the Pine Ridge Reservation (SD).
• Deliver clinical care and supervision in low- and middle-income countries during the second year.

Scholarly Work:

• Design and conduct clinical, implementation, or public health research projects focused on global or rural health issues OR
• Collaborate with UW global partners on health systems strengthening, monitoring and evaluation, or capacity-building initiatives.
• Complete and present a scholarly project at a professional conference by the end of the fellowship.

Education and Teaching:

• Teach and supervise UW medical students and residents in domestic and international settings.
• Participate in the 4-week Global Health Leadership course and attend regular didactic sessions on rural and global health topics.
• Contribute to curriculum development and training efforts with local ministries of health or partner institutions.

Mentorship and Career Development:

• Engage with faculty mentors to develop research, clinical, and leadership skills.
• Participate in networking and professional development opportunities with global health organizations such as Partners in Health, I-TECH, PATH, and Health Alliance International.

Program and Systems Strengthening:

• Contribute to health systems improvement projects at domestic or global sites.
• Support initiatives aimed at enhancing equitable, sustainable, and culturally appropriate healthcare delivery in partnership with local teams.

Qualifications

Prerequisites:

• Graduation from an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Med-Peds
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Eligible for medical licensure in State of Washington, State of Alaska, and State of South Dakota
• Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are warmly welcomed

Application Instructions

Download the GRH Application (also available at our website: https://aid.uw.edu/education-and-fellowships/global-and-rural-health-fellowship/how-to-apply)

• To apply by Interfolio: Upload completed GRH application, personal statement, and CV to Interfolio.
• Please submit 3 letters of recommendation by email. Letters should be from physicians and one of the letters can be from your program director. Letters can be addressed to Dr. Laura Davis and emailed directly to UW Global and Rural Health Fellowship at uwgrh@uw.edu

Submit materials as PDF or Microsoft Word

Applications accepted for the July 1, 2026 start

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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

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/ Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits

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