How we hire
IHME and the University of Washington are 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.
Find a job that’s right for you
Whether you are an experienced public health professional, new to the workforce, or making a career change, we have a place for you on our team. Hiring teams strive to include as much information as possible about their team, their work, and the role in the job listing. You might also get a better understanding of the type of work we do at IHME.
Apply for a role
When you find a job(s) you’re interested in, please apply! IHME is part of the University of Washington, so when you click the “Apply” button you will be taken to the University’s hiring portal.
- Before you apply: Make sure your resume is up to date, that you have a cover letter prepared, and that you have three professional references. The UW has great tips on what to include in your resume.
- Track your application: To learn the steps to track your application, please review the UW’s guide on After Applying. Your application will be screened by the UW central Total Talent Management team for minimum qualifications. This may take a few weeks.
Applications that meet minimum and additional qualifications are sent to the IHME People and Performance team. From there, they will be shared with the hiring teams to review.
Interview and meet the hiring team
If your application meets minimum qualifications and is chosen by the hiring team, you will be contacted via email or phone. This is a great time to start brushing up on your interview skills!
- Screening call or email: We often do a quick screening check by phone or email. From there, you may be invited to an in-person or virtual interview.
- Interviews: You may be invited to an interview with a group or a series of individuals who are familiar with the job you applied for. Some positions require follow-up interviews. Interviews help us learn more about you, your experiences, and how we may contribute to your growth. It’s also an opportunity for you to learn about us and ask us questions.
- Assessments: Some positions may require further understanding of your skills as they relate to the position’s minimum and additional qualifications. Assessments typically take about 90 minutes to complete, and your hiring team will provide any necessary materials, if one is required for your position.
Common questions from job seekers
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or [email protected].
Yes, we do! At the moment, we only sponsor visas and work permits for academic positions (faculty and postdocs). If you are applying for a staff position, the UW will ask you to provide proof of US work authorization.
In many cases, yes. When you apply for a job, the system will indicate if you need to supply a cover letter.
We ask for three references who can speak to your professional experience and skills. One must be from a current supervisor or recent supervisor. We recommend that you contact them prior to listing their names in order to ensure their contact information remains current. We’ll notify applicants before contacting their references.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to field direct calls about vacancies.
You should receive an email from “My Workday UW ([email protected])” confirming we received your application. If you use spam or junk mail filters on your email account, make sure that you add “[email protected]” to your “safe senders” list.
To check the status of your application, log into your account and select the Candidate Home tab. From here you can also find the Job Requisition number (REQ-0000#######), review the job posting and the date you applied, and view or withdraw your application. (https://hr.uw.edu/jobs/).
Yes, you can tailor your resume and any requested cover letter for each job you apply to. While you may submit different versions for different openings, make sure each fully reflects your relevant experience, education, and skills for that position – our recruiters only forward applicants who meet all Required Qualifications listed on the job posting, including any Minimum and Additional Qualifications.
You should receive an email from “My Workday UW ([email protected])” confirming we received your application. If you use spam or junk mail filters on your email account, make sure that you add “[email protected]” to your “safe senders” list.
Your application will be screened by the University of Washington Total Talent Management team to determine if it meets minimum qualifications. If it does, it will be sent to the IHME People and Performance team. From there, it will be shared and reviewed with the hiring team assembled for this particular position.
We often do a quick screening check by phone or email, and applicants for some positions will be asked to take an assessment. From there, you may be invited to a first-round interview.
If your application meets minimum qualifications and additional qualifications is chosen by the hiring team, you will be screened by phone or email. From there you may be invited to an interview with a panel or a series of individuals who are familiar with the functions of the particular job. Some positions require a test. Some positions require a second-round interview. In interviewing you, we are trying to understand your current capabilities and how we may contribute to your growth.
We strive to let our candidates know as soon as possible if a hiring decision has been made, but many factors contribute to the timeline. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] to check for an update.
Please email the thank-you to your IHME People and Performance team liaison. They will ensure it is distributed to the appropriate parties.
All three! If you are hired, you will work at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, which is part of the University of Washington, which is a state entity. In short, you will be a state employee.
We receive many competitive applications. Please do not let this discourage you. Feel free to apply to other positions with us for which you are qualified.
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