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Mark H. Waymack
Graduate Programs in Health Care Ethics
Department of Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago
mwaymac@luc.edu  

Faculty Position—Medical Humanities

The Institute for the Medical Humanities (IMH) at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position, with rank negotiable based on experience.  The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary faculty in ethics, philosophy, history, law, policy, literature, religious studies, and visual studies who engage in research and teaching of medical students, trainees, and graduate students in the medical humanities as well as in the biomedical sciences.  The IMH also offers an ethics consultation service in the university’s hospitals.  The IMH is home of the nation’s only Ph.D. program in medical humanities.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in a humanities discipline or in the medical humanities. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to teach as well as a publication record commensurate with years of experience.   A background in religious studies and ethics, potential to secure external grant funding, and the ability to engage in clinical ethics consultation are all highly desirable. Candidates from underrepresented minority backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please apply online at http://www.utmb.edu/hcm/.  Job Opening ID 11709.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. UTMB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution which proudly values diversity. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.   
05/08-08/08

Job Title: Health Science Policy Analyst-OD  
Job Number: OD-08-254474-DE
Organization: Health & Human Services, National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Posted: 5/7/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Health Policy
Industry: Federal Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Bethesda, MD USA
Compensation: 82,961.00 – 107,854.00 USD Per year

Position Description:
This position is located in the Office of Human Subjects research (OHSR), Office of the Director (OD), NIH.  The scope of responsibilities for OHSR include: 1) advising the Deputy Director for Intramural Research (DDIR), NIH and immediate staff on science policy, program planning and evaluation in the area of human subjects research ethics, and representing NIH in these areas to the Department; 2) providing leadership and guidance to NIH programs on science policy and legislation in the field of human subjects research ethics; 3) facilitating and coordinating program planning and program evaluation activities carried out in the Institutes and Divisions; and 4) providing staff direction and support to the DDIR, NIH.

Qualifications:
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This vacancy is open to all U.S. citizens.  The vacancy is being concurrently advertised under merit promotion procedures for status candidates under announcement OD-2008-254474-MP. Candidates who wish to be considered under both procedures MUST apply to both vacancies.

PHS Commissioned officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to this announcement in order to receive consideration.

KEY REQUIREMENTS: 

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Please carefully read and follow the instructions for HOW TO APPLY
• Education

Organization Description:
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services you can give back to our community, state and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere.  Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer and better for all Americans.

Open Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Closing Date:Thursday May 29, 2008
Desired Start Date: Monday, September 1, 2008

Contact Person Information:

Contact Name: Laurie Steinman
Title: Human Resources
Location: 31 Center Drive, Building 31 Room 3B43B, MSC 2064, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
Contact Phone: 301 594-5777
TDD: 1-800-735-2258
Contact Fax: 301 402-3443
Contact Email: steinman@od.nih.gov

Web Address: http://ohsr.od.nih.gov/

How to Apply: Click on Address below:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=71292032&aid=57748165-3048&WT.mc_n=MKT000125
05/08-07/08

Bioethics Internship—CPMC Program in Medicine & Human Values   
Sept 1, 2008 to May 31, 2009: 20 hrs per week
California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC)
Program in Medicine & Human Values
2395 Sacramento Street, 3rd floor
San Francisco, CA 94115 USA

POSITION PURPOSE: To gain general bioethics experience in a very active, fast-paced hospital-based ethics program. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research support.  Assistance with on-going faculty research projects.  Conduct literature searches and collect information on the research topic. Opportunities to assist with data collection.  Organizing and filing journal articles.
• Clinical support.  Assist with Ethics Committee preparation work, including meeting agendas and journal club.  Attend clinical rounds with faculty ethicists weekly.  Shadow/assist ethics consultations.
• Educational support.  Lecture preparation assistance.
• Administrative support.  Provide general administrative support including but not limited to answering phone (Ethics Hotline), making phone calls, sending faxes, filing, mail handling, and photocopying.
  Other duties as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Masters degree in Bioethics/Applied Ethics (health care emphasis)
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks.  Strong communication skills.  Detail oriented.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

A monthly stipend is available; however, there is no benefit package or housing assistance.

Interested parties may send their resume to Dr. Katrina Bramstedt,  txbioethics@yahoo.com. 
Also see: http://www.cpmc.org/services/ethics/index.html
05/08-07/08

Associate Director - Bioethics Masters Program
Wake Forest University  

The University is launching a new Masters Program in Bioethics, as part of its intent to become nationally prominent in this field.  Under the supervision of faculty directors, the Associate Director will manage and conduct a full range of functions for the masters program, such as student recruitment, academic advising, course scheduling, budgeting and financial reporting, and the daily activities of the program and office.

Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years experience in an appropriate professional area, preferably higher education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  A master’s degree in bioethics or public health is preferred.  For further information go to: https://wakejobs.wfu.edu/  or call (336) 758-4700.
04/08-06/08

Northwestern University Dept of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Research Study Coordinator

Job Summary:
The person in this position will support the social science research of the Oncofertility Consortium Roadmap grant, a $12M national grant.  In particular, the grant will investigate the ethical, legal, and psychosocial issues inherent in the problem of cancer-related infertility.  The complexities of decision making around current and future options to preserve the ability to have children following cancer treatment have relevance for patients and their families as well as their physician care givers.  This position will be responsible for the recruitment of subjects into 5 projects with 1 principal investigator and 10 co-investigators on multiple campuses (Evanston, Chicago, Children's Memorial) and other universities on the grant as well as coordination of visits, compliant administration of the study protocols and accurate and timely reporting.  This position will adhere to all Northwestern, IRB, and other relevant guidelines.
Specific Responsibilities:

• Recruiting and screening potential study subject as specified per assigned protocols;
• Confirming subject eligibility and registration;
• Interacting with diverse communities and constituencies to recruit subjects from the broader community;
• Visualizing the overlap between subject populations for various research studies and optimize use of recruited subjects;
• Coordinating all study visits/interviews for subjects and controls subjects;
• Providing oversight of study interventions, as appropriate;
• Providing oversight and coordination of all interviews, assessments and evaluations;
• Conducting assessments and collecting medical/social history as appropriate;
• Providing patient and family education and support;
• Ensuring patients are educated regarding the protocol specifics;
• Coordinating activities of team and coordinating subject visits and any necessary testing;
• Obtaining and updating follow up information for study participants. Accurate and thorough documentation of patient information;
• Consenting patients for clinical trials subjects for research studies;
• Following established guidelines where appropriate;
• Maintaining mechanisms for long term follow-up and/or recall of subjects;
• Demonstrating vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance, and data quality;
• Completing case report forms (CRFs), and resolving data queries with sponsors;
• Obtaining records required to complete CRFs;
• Entering and maintaining clinical data in study database;
• Attending investigator and site initiation meetings;
• Performing other related duties as required or assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences, Public Health, and 1 to 3 years of experience in a clinical research setting or the equivalent combination of training and experience;
• Previous interviewing experience;
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently;
• Effective communication and writing skills;
• Effective problem-solving abilities;
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing the participation of human and animal research subjects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree Preferred;
• Relevant Experience in clinical trial subject and control recruitment efforts;
• Training in qualitative and quantitative methods including data collection and management;
• Proficient with data entry;
• Knowledge of IRB and human research protection regulations;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Knowledge of fertility and/or gynecology;
• Two to three years social science research experience.

Please apply at: www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs and search for ID# 12961
04/08-06/08

The Center for Bioethics, Science and Society at Northwestern University
Administrator/Research Assistant 

One of the top-ranked universities in the country, Northwestern University, combines innovative teaching and pioneering research in a highly collaborative environment that transcends traditional academic boundaries. Northwestern provides students, faculty and staff with exceptional opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth.

Job Summary:

This job exists to improve and ensure smooth operation in the day to day activities for the Center for Bioethics, Science and Society.  The person in this position is responsible for all the activities of the center and will act as a liaison to the bioethics/medical humanities communities and serve as a resource for staff and outside solicitors.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintaining up to date independent accounting of grant awards and standing research budgets (CBSS) and expenditures;
• Processing monthly reconciliation with university statements, produce monthly status reports for Director;
• Monitoring and approving orders in NU system;
• Developing budget requests for ongoing administrative support;
• Updating the tracking system;
• Submitting monthly reconciliation to Accounting Office;
• Monitoring system for paying study participants and monitor study bank account;
• Researching and editing development letters, grant applications, and manuscripts;
• Preparing budget and budget justification for grant proposals, completing administrative forms;
• Creating and modifying graphs, charts, and other graphics for grant submission;
• Creating data base for grant-seeking with Office of Research and review monthly for grant opportunities;
• Supervising and training staff in the Center (This will include one full time secretarial support staff, any research assistants/post doctoral fellows, interns, and students working on grants or other research related projects);
• Supervising the efficiency and efficacy of the Center and its work;
• Hiring and firing staff as necessary;
• Copying articles, posting to web site and preparing readers with faculty, work with other staff assistants to co-ordinate teaching resource materials for classes and lectures;
• Performing other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma and 2-4 years of work experience in an administrative or clerical setting, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;
• Strong computer skills, especially with word processing and spreadsheets;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficient math and computation skills;
• Knowledge of ethical theory;
• Strong organization and problem solving skills;
• Multi-task and prioritize;
• Proficient in MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.A. in Ethics, Religion, Philosophy, English, Science, or Business Administration or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;
• More than one year in an administrative or secretarial position;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience with financial monitoring systems and budget preparation;
• Familiarity with grant preparation and submission;
• Familiarity with University System a plus;
• Above Average skills in MS Office and other computer programs.

To Apply:
Northwestern University offers a comprehensive benefit plan, including tuition discounts. All resumes for this position must be received through the electronic recruiting system. For consideration, please click on the link below. You will be directed to Northwestern University's electronic recruiting system, eRecruit, where you will search and apply for current openings. To apply for this position in eRecruit, enter the Job Opening ID number 13006 in the appropriate search field. Once you apply, you will receive an email confirming submission of your resume. For all resumes received, if there is interest in your candidacy, the human resources recruiter or the department hiring manager will contact you. Job Opening ID number for this position is # 13006.

http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

AMA Positions in Ethics 

The Ethics Group at the AMA is seeking qualified applicants for several openings in areas of ethics policy development, empirical ethics research, and ethics training/education.  The AMA is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary and benefits packages.  To apply for any of these positions, please send a letter of inquiry, a CV with references, and a writing sample to: loren.scannell@ama-assn.org or call Loren at: 312-464- 4234.

Senior Research Associate – ethics policy analysis and development
This person is responsible for analyzing and developing policy reports that form the basis for AMA’s official positions on major ethical issues in medicine, law, and ethics.  This individual will assist in the development of amicus briefs, review ethics-relevant federal and state legislation/regulation, and draft letters to the editor in response to media stories and peer-reviewed articles.  This position requires the person to work closely with legal, advocacy, and media relations staff in the AMA.  Strong research, analytical, and writing skills are required.  Good communication skills are essential, and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals is an asset.  A JD or LLM is required, training or experience in health law and/or bioethics is preferred. The position reports to the Directors of Ethics Policy and is available immediately.

Senior Research Associate – empirical ethics research and data analysis
The person will have primary responsibility for developing research analysis plans, participating in numerous research projects, helping to create grant applications, and managing complex, relational databases, which are a rich source of innovative research on ethical issues in medicine.  The person in this position is expected to serve as an author on more than 4 peer-reviewed publications per year and to be the lead author on one or more of these.  The person in this position will often serve as a public face for the Ethics Group and will be expected to create and deliver professional presentations nationwide relating to our research.  The position reports to the Director of the Institute for Ethics and it will be available in July.

Research Associate – ethics education and training
The person in this position has primary responsibility for managing the educational programs of the Ethics Group, including the online Fellowship Program on Physician Ethics and Professionalism (co-led by the AMA Institute for Ethics and Medical College of Wisconsin’s Graduate Program in Bioethics).  The person in this position will be a leader within the Ethics Group and will help plan, implement and oversee various ethics education and training resources for medical students, residents, and practicing physicians.  Teaching experience of 2 years or the equivalent is required for this position and a strong background in adult learning is preferred. The position reports to the Director of the Ethics Resource Center and is available immediately.

Senior Research Assistant – medical ethics education research
This person assists with the implementation of research projects by helping to design questionnaires and other methods to collect quantitative data; preparing quantitative data files, evaluating the quality of the data and describing its structure; overseeing data entry procedures; and identifying ways to validate data and enhance quality control.  The person must be able to analyze quantitative data, including making critical observations of analyses or data and identifying patterns, and then prepare clearly written technical and analytical reports. This person may be asked to create and deliver professional presentations on research and evaluation results and to serve as an author on peer-reviewed publications.  The position reports to the Director of the ISTEP program and is available immediately.

Senior Research Assistant – ethics policy analysis and development
This person is responsible for conducting background research and analyzing ethical issues that inform the development of AMA ethics policy.  There are ample opportunities for this person to be an author on peer-review manuscripts.  The senior research assistant also monitors peer-review journals, newspapers and other media sources to identify emerging ethical issues in medicine; responds to inquiries regarding the AMA Code of Medical Ethics; and provides support for meetings of the AMA’s ethics council.  The position requires solid research, analytical, and writing skills. A bachelor's degree in a field related to medical ethics/bioethics or relevant work experience is required; graduate level coursework in bioethics is preferred.  The position reports to the Director of Ethics Policy and is available immediately.

Senior Research Assistant – journal editing
This person is the primary editor of manuscripts solicited for publication in the AMA’s monthly online ethics journal, Virtual Mentor, and the monthly “Ethics Forum” column in AMNews. The editor participates in developing journal themes and works with authors to insure that the journal’s quality standards are met. Excellent writing, editing and communication skills, a knowledge of bioethics, and the ability to critique arguments are essential. Two-years’ experience in writing, editing or journalism is necessary. A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree, preferred. This person reports to the Director of the Ethics Resource Center. The position will be open in August, but we are accepting applications now.

Research Assistant – ethics survey research
This person will participate in developing background papers, literature reviews and, if appropriate, writing for publication.  A talented candidate can expect to be an author on 1-2 peer-reviewed publications per year.  This position reports to the Director of the Institute for Ethics and will be available in June. 

To apply for any of these positions, please send a letter of inquiry, a CV with references, and a writing sample to: loren.scannell@ama-assn.org or call Loren at: 312-464- 4234.
03/08-05/08

Human Subjects Protection Scientist     

AMDEX Corporation is seeking professionals with a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in the Health Sciences and a clinical research background in Frederick, MD. Please review the following description of the program:

Provide support to the Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, Office of Research Protections (ORP) for Army and DOD funded research. Responsible for ensuring research is conducted in compliance with Federal (Department of Defense, Army, HHS, FDA) laws, regulations, policies and guidelines, and that the rights and safety of human subjects involved in the research are protected. Review and evaluate exempt, minimal risk and greater than minimal risk human research protocols, consent forms, supporting documents, study amendments, adverse event reports, and continuing review reports and advise the ORP. Protocols include investigational drugs (pharmaceuticals and biologics) and medical devices in Phase I, II and III clinical trials, multi-site, international studies and a wide variety of human research submitted by military research facilities, academia and industry. Will also provide guidance for developing protocols. Assist Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and investigators with obtaining DoD Assurance Agreements. Participate in planning, execution, and preparation of reports for staff assistance visits designed to educate personnel, observe operations, and audit IRB and investigator study records.  Develop policies and procedures relating to the protection of human subjects. Candidates selected will be subject to government security investigation.
 
Positions are available for both mid level professionals and senior level Subject Matter Experts.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in the Health Sciences
• Clinical research background
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Experience with application and interpretation of regulations
• U.S. Citizenship
• Experience working with FDA, OHRP, or university IRB administrative office

How to apply:
Qualified candidates should submit resumes to bginyard@amdexcorp.com.  Please indicate Job #CC002/ASBH on all correspondence.

EOE. M/F/D/V
03/08-05/08

Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics
Department of Community Medicine and Health Care
University of Connecticut Health Center
School of Medicine
 
Faculty Position
Bioethics and Health Law
 
Start date: July 2008

Description of the Institution:
The University of Connecticut Health Center is a vibrant organization composed of the School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, John Dempsey Hospital, the UConn Medical Group, UConn Health Partners and University Dentists. Founded in 1961, the Health Center pursues a mission (http://www.uchc.edu/hc/mission.html) of providing outstanding health care education in an environment of exemplary patient care, research and public service.

Dedicated to providing broad educational opportunities in the biomedical sciences, the Health Center offers degree programs in medicine (M.D.), dental medicine (D.M.D.), and biomedical science (Ph.D.); master's degree programs in public health and dental science; postdoctoral fellowships; residency programs providing specialty training for newly graduated physicians and dentists; and continuing education programs for practicing health care professionals.. For more information on University of Connecticut Health Center, please visit: http://www.uchc.edu/hc/about_us.html

Description of the Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics:
The Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics, located in the Department of Community Medicine and Healthcare, carries on a tradition of teaching, research and scholarship that date from the founding of the medical school   Proposals are underway to establish a Center on Bioethics and Society linked with the Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law, and Ethics. The purpose of the Center will be to identify the ethical, legal and social issues arising from cutting edge technologies and new developments in the medical sciences and biotechnology and to offer ethical and legal guidance for the research and applications of this knowledge.  For more information about the Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics, please visit http://www.commed.uchc.edu/medicalhumanities/

Description of the Position:
The Division of Medical Humanities, Health Law and Ethics and the Department of Community Medicine and Health Care at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine invite applications for a full-time faculty position at the assistant professor level in biomedical ethics and the law.  The successful candidate will join other full-time faculty committed to teaching, research, and other scholarly activities related to the ethical, legal and social issues arising from new developments in the medical sciences and biotechnology. She or he will teach medical and dental students, residents and fellows, and graduate students in the basic sciences and in the Masters in Public Health Program.  The successful candidate will devote approximately 40% of his or her time to teaching, 40% to research and 20% to service.
 
Requirements:
A J.D. or equivalent legal degree is required as is graduate ethics education or equivalent experience in biomedical ethics.  Candidates should have familiarity with legal and ethical issues in health including, preferably, experience in the ethics and regulation of human subjects research and experience in teaching in these and related areas. 

Contact information:
Applicants should send a cover letter listing qualifications, interests, and areas of expertise; a curriculum vitae (including list of publications); one recent publication; one course syllabus; and the names, titles and complete contact information of three references. Send complete application materials to:
 
Sally Jett
Administrative Officer
Department of Community Medicine and Health Care
University of Connecticut Health Center
263 Farmington Ave.
Farmington, CT 06030-6325
Fax: 860-679-5464
Email: Lazzarini@nso.uchc.edu
 
On line applications with the same materials may also be submitted by going to https://jobs.uchc.edu and indicating search code 2008-708.

The University of Connecticut Health Center is and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/PwD
03/08-05/08

Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics Invites Applications for an Administrative Specialist  

General Description:
The Administrative Specialist provides principal oversight and coordination of the organizational functions of the Director’s office including:  researching and analyzing information in order to develop reports; representing the director to a wide range of external and internal constituencies; exercising independent discretion and judgment; ensuring that the Director’s time is used efficiently and well;  and assuming full responsibility for special projects and resolving issues and problems of material importance to the effective functioning of the Director’s office.

Responsibilities:
• Conducts thorough research for the Director’s strategic initiatives and gathers background information in preparation for meetings, speeches, reports, and proposals.  Prepares the Director for a full range of meetings, lectures and presentations with Berman Institute Board Members and Trustees, the Provost and University Vice Presidents, University Deans, Faculty, and others
• Develops the agenda and related materials for the weekly Directors meetings (Director and two Institute Deputy Directors), senior staff meetings, and faculty meetings
• Assumes responsibility for carrying out or oversight of projects identified in these meetings
• Creates professional, accurate, and succinct reports and presentations
• Identifies and briefs the Director on important/key issues, requiring special knowledge and understanding of programs, initiatives, goals, and objectives beyond day-to-day operational knowledge and administrative tasks/activities
• Develops institutional relationships and advises the Director on the best way to communicate with various offices, utilizing sophisticated level of understanding and knowledge of the university and internal relationships
• Represents and speaks on behalf of the Director to members of a broader community such as development and alumni relations staff members, donors, volunteers, and others, and has the authority to commit and make some important decisions independently.  Responsible for resolving problems of significance and criticality, answering questions, providing guidance, and disseminating information
• Carries out critical and important projects, including developing plans, defining and communicating alternatives, and making recommendations regarding appropriate courses of action based on thorough understanding and knowledge of desired outcomes and expectations
• Responsible for correspondence and special reports.  Creates and develops management narrative and statistical reports for institutional leadership.  Composes and edits wide range of letters and other correspondence for Director's office
• Participates in Directors, senior staff, and faculty meetings, makes important contributions to discussions, and recommends effective solutions and courses of action as appropriate.  Takes and distributes minutes for each meeting
• Leads and coordinates meetings, work groups, and/or task forces, including presenting and discussing issues and problems and facilitating discussion for the purpose of developing plans or identifying solutions to problems
• Responsible for the administrative operations of the Director’s office, and for ensuring that the Director’s time and schedule are allocated efficiently and well. Manages problem solving, coordination, and priority setting for the Director and the Director’s office staff, and as appropriate, the Institute’s Deputy Directors.  Responsible for the coordination of reports generated for Director’s office, reviewing and flagging information that may be of interest to the Director and Deputy Directors
• Recommends policy and procedural changes to improve operations for the Director’s office or for the Institute, overall

Qualifications:
BA/BS, with specialized knowledge of bioethics issues/topics.  Five years of experience in support of a senior executive or senior university leader, providing high level administrative oversight, coordination, and advice (additional education can substitute for experience).  Works well under pressure and meets deadlines; able to synthesize, analyze, critique; self starter, creative/imaginative; excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to address/resolve difficult and multi-faceted problems; ability to work independently with authority and minimal supervision; ability to maintain confidences and discreet, tactful behavior at all times; ability to develop and maintain sound professional relationships among superiors, subordinates and peers; ability to respond to unanticipated needs and last minute changes in priority.

Preferred Qualifications:
MA in bioethics (or bioethics related field) preferred, but not required.

Salary Range:  $45,000 - $50,000

Work Location:  Johns Hopkins, East Baltimore Campus, Baltimore, Maryland
 
To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to cstewart@jhsph.edu, using Resume-Administrative Specialist on the subject line AND also apply at https://hrnt.jhu.edu/jhujobs/ for requisition #33978.  If you have any questions, please contact Julia Chill at jchill@jhsph.edu or 410-516-8460.  Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.  NOTE: The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
03/08-05/08

Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics Invites Applications for an Administrative Coordinator    

General Description:
The Administrative Coordinator will provide administrative support and research assistance for the office of the Director of the Berman Institute, including:  managing the Director’s calendar; research and analysis for scholarly articles, grant/contract proposals, presentations, and projects; and general administrative support and records control.  May perform duties of a sensitive and confidential nature.

Responsibilities:
• Provide research support for academic and policy-oriented inquiries. Perform literature searches for scholarly/news/scientific material and perform electronic database searches using sources such as Lexis/Nexis, PubMed, and others. Synthesize, evaluate, and triage material. Prepare drafts for projects, grants, presentations, and papers as time permits.
•  Manage conflict-free calendar of meetings and appointments for the Director.  Exercise a high level of independent judgment in prioritizing requests for time on the Director’s calendar and in resolving scheduling conflicts.
•  Independently triage telephone calls, mail, faxes, and electronic and voice mail with good judgment and in an efficient and organized manner.
•  Monitor and process reimbursements, online payments, and other expenditures.
•  Provide interface with department, school, and university offices on behalf of the Director’s office and independently anticipate issues to ensure efficient service and operations. Effectively communicate with academic and administrative leaders, faculty, students, applicants, guests, and other staff.
•  Design and produce materials/ reports/grants as required, using various software including Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint.  Must use independent initiative in using computer programs in an interactive and efficient manner to ensure accuracy and efficient use of time and technology.
•  Coordinate meetings and special events; handle contracts, travel arrangements, catering, room reservations, advertising/publicity, A/V support and other aspects as needed.
•  Create and independently manage tickler files and follow up activities and tasks on a daily basis.
•  Tailor travel itineraries (transportation, lodging, etc.) to the Director’s preferences and to provide the most efficient use of the Director’s time.
•  Design and maintain administrative filing system; maintain records through filing, retrieval, storage, coding, updating, and destruction.
•  Maintain office equipment and back up data.
•  Assist in preparation of grant applications/renewals and IRB applications.
•  Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
HS Diploma/GED required.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Three year’s relevant office/administrative experience (additional education may be substituted for years of experience). The successful incumbent must have excellent writing, editorial and verbal communication skills: library and online research skills; ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment to resolve administrative problems; excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team; strong computer literacy skills and ability to learn new software; ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment and respond quickly to changing priorities; ability to interact in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner with students, staff, faculty, deans, scholars, and all others encountered during the course of business. 

Salary Range:  $30,000-$35,000

Work Location:  Johns Hopkins, East Baltimore Campus, Baltimore, Maryland
 
To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to cstewart@jhsph.edu, using Resume-Administrative Coordinator on the subject line AND also apply at https://hrnt.jhu.edu/jhujobs/ for requisition #33990.  If you have any questions, please contact Julia Chill at jchill@jhsph.edu or 410-516-8460.  Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.  NOTE: The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
03/08-05/08

Bioethics Intern (Summer 2008)  
California Pacific Medical Center Program in Medicine & Human Values
June 1, 2008 to August 31, 2008: 20 hrs per week.
 
POSITION PURPOSE: To gain exposure to the field of bioethics by assisting faculty and staff in day-to-day general program activities.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Research support.  Organizing and filing journal articles.  Conduct literature searches and collect general information on assigned research topics.  Attend weekly research rounds in the ICU.
* Administrative support.  Provide general administrative support including but not limited to answering phone (Ethics Hotline), making phone calls, sending faxes, filing, mail handling, photocopying, and lecture preparation assistance.
* Clinical: Assist with Ethics Committee preparation work, including meeting agendas and journal club.
* Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
* BA/BS in Bioethics/Philosophy/Applied Ethics or Bachelor level student (Jr/Sr) with courses completed in Bioethics. 
* Ability to juggle multiple tasks.  Strong communication skills.  Detail oriented.
* Medline fluent, as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
 
This is an unpaid position (no stipend or benefits). 
 
Interested parties may send their resume to Dr. Katrina Bramstedt, txbioethics@yahoo.com
Also see: http://www.cpmc.org/services/ethics/index.html
03/08-05/08

Novel Tech Ethics  
Dalhousie University
Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Associate in Neuroethics

This is a 2-year position, within a four-year CIHR-funded grant Therapeutic Hopes and Ethical Concerns: Clinical Research in the Neurosciences. The PDF/RA will report to Principal Investigator Françoise Baylis at Novel Tech Ethics, Dalhousie University.

This research project critically examines a number of ethical issues for prospective or actual clinical trials involving gene transfer and stem cell transplantation for neurological conditions.  The PDF/RA will work on one or more of the following sub-projects:
1. Ethical dimensions of preclinical assessment in novel therapeutics, neurological interventions, and surgical innovation;
2. Ethical research design for neurological clinical studies involving gene transfer and stem cell transplantation; and
3. The potential impact of gene transfer and stem cell interventions in the brain on issues of personal identity.

The PDF is expected to publish his/her research in relevant peer-reviewed journals and to present his/her research at national and international meetings.
We invite applications from candidates who have a background in bioethics, research ethics, philosophy of mind, or philosophy, history and social studies of science, and who have completed a degree at the PhD level. 

Start date is September 2, 2008. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.  Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted electronically to Sandra.Moore@dal.ca and must include a CV, (scanned) transcripts, a writing sample, a statement of research interests within one or more of the sub-projects outlined above, and the names and contact information of three referees. 

Applications should be sent to:
Sandra Moore, Project Administrator (sandra.moore@dal.ca)
Novel Tech Ethics,
Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University
1234 LeMarchant Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 3P7
 
For details about the Novel Tech Ethics Research Team, visit www.noveltechethics.ca

Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, and women.
03/08-05/08

Sirridge Professorship in Medical Humanities (00036944)  

OUR STORY
UMKC, one of four of the University of Missouri campuses, is a doctoral research-intensive public university offering traditional and interdisciplinary programs and serving approximately 14,500 students. The University is well positioned to address the demands of the times in a dynamic city that deserves and requires the benefits that accrue from a strong public university.

The University of Missouri-Kansas City has a broad and inclusive educational mission with specific emphasis in three areas: visual and performing arts, health and life sciences, and urban affairs. UMKC's unique profile includes the College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Education, Nursing, Business and Public Administration, Medicine, Law, Computing and Engineering, Biological Sciences, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and the Conservatory of Music and Dance.

The University of Missouri-Kansas City recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) School of Medicine invites applications for the Sirridge Professorship in Medical Humanities. The Sirridge Professorship in Medical Humanities is an Endowed Professorship intended to be filled by an outstanding and active clinician with a strong interest and background in the medical humanities and student education.  The primary appointment is to the clinical department, with at least a 0.5 FTE humanities commitment to and close collaboration with the Director of the Sirridge Office of Medical Humanities in developing and delivering its curriculum to our students. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this Endowed Professorship must be active clinicians with a doctoral degree, and are expected to qualify for the Associate Professor or Professor rank at UMKC. Ideal candidates will be outstanding clinicians who demonstrate excellence in medical education, and have a solid publication record in the medical humanities. In particular, a focus on narrative expression, e.g. description of personal experiences of the patient or clinician, will be regarded favorably.
 
HOW TO APPLY
These positions are immediately available and the qualified candidates are expected to start their work at UMKC by September 1, 2008 at the latest. For consideration, please send your curriculum vitae and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Amy Gilmore, gilmoreac@umkc.edu. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status. UMKC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
03/08-05/08