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

Position Description
Presidential Endowed Chair: Professorship in Health-related Social
Sciences/Humanities

Lehigh University announces the establishment of a Presidential Chair in Health in the social sciences or humanities. The holder of the Presidential Chair will be a dynamic scholar and teacher committed to advancing research in his or her field while acting as a catalyst to expand Lehigh’s new, university-wide Health Initiative. A second, comparable search in the sciences or engineering is being conducted simultaneously.

Candidates for the Presidential Chair must have a distinguished record in health-related research in the social sciences or humanities and demonstrated excellence in teaching. Candidates are expected to develop research collaborations with Lehigh faculty and strengthen ongoing relationships with the local medical/health care community.

Appointment will be at associate or full professor rank in an appropriate disciplinary department. The position includes a competitive salary and research support. Opportunities for collaboration exist through a wide range of health-related programs on campus such as the undergraduate Health, Medicine, and Society program, graduate programs in Pediatric School Psychology and Biopharmaceutical Economics, as well as with two nationally-ranked hospital centers (St. Luke’s Hospital and Lehigh Valley Hospital) and a wide range of medical and public health institutions.

Lehigh University offers a uniquely hospitable environment for cross-disciplinary work in a wide range of fields; the Presidential Chair holder will be an energetic individual who would thrive in such an environment. Lehigh University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity of the academic community.

Lehigh University is a mid-size, private institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. The University is located on a beautiful 1500-acre campus in Bethlehem, Pa., in the center of the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area (population 700,000), one hour north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of New York City. Lehigh has consistently ranked in the top tier among national research universities in the U.S.

Nominations and applications should be sent by email to:
presidentialchairhealthscihum@lehigh.edu.

For applications, please include a cover letter, C.V., two representative publications, and the names of three potential references. Additional information about Lehigh University and about this search can be found at http://www.lehigh.edu/healthsearches/socialscienceandhumanities/.

Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Lehigh offers excellent benefits including domestic partner benefits. See Lehigh Work/Life Balance for Faculty website: http://www.lehigh.edu/~inprv/work_life_balance.html.
3/10-5/10

BIOETHICS PROGRAM MANAGER
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
2010-2012 POSITION

Description: The primary purpose of the Program Manager position is to coordinate the research, administrative, and event activities of the Center for Integration of Research on Genetics and Ethics (CIRGE) located within the larger Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics (SCBE). CIRGE is one of six Centers of Excellence funded by the National Institutes of Health that study the ethical, legal and social implications of genetic research. The CIRGE Program Manager is an integral part of Center operations, helping to ensure that the upcoming years of CIRGE are as successful as those of the first five-year period. The Program Manager reports directly to the CIRGE Principal Investigator and works closely with most other SCBE faculty. A two-year commitment is necessary for this position, beginning in June 2010. The salary is based on University guidelines and will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities: The Program Manager provides research and administrative support for CIRGE. Overall, the Program Manager’s time will be approximately equally split between research duties and administrative responsibilities. Research duties include performing literature searches, acquiring research data, analyzing research data and conducting other research tasks as needed. There is also ample opportunity to participate in the writing of journal articles and research proposals as well as in the presenting of research findings at national conferences. Administrative responsibilities include scheduling and anticipating in regular Center meetings as well as organizing and publicizing CIRGE events, including the monthly Journal Club, frequent speaker seminars and annual large conferences. Administrative duties also include regularly updating the CIRGE website, coordinating CIRGE server maintenance and updates, managing and orecasting the CIRGE budget, assisting with the hiring of research assistants and postdoctoral and postbaccalaureate fellows as appropriate, and generally ensuring that Center operations run smoothly. The CIRGE Principal Investigator may also delegate additional duties as needed.

Qualifications: Applicants for this position must have, or earn by the time of employment, a four-year college degree (or equivalent) in biology, human biology, psychology, philosophy, neuroscience, genetics or a related science field. Applicants must also have one year of research experience working in a fast-paced environment in one of the following fields: biomedical ethics, biomedical science, or social science. Experience in an academic environment and interest in bioethics is preferred. Additionally, applicants are expected to have outstanding interpersonal skills in order to interact appropriately with students, faculty and staff. Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to carry out responsibilities independently and exercise good judgment and iscretion in resolving problems and handling sensitive and/or confidential material. Moreover, applicants must have an excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, as well as outstanding administrative and organizational skills, with high attention to detail. The ability to quickly learn new systems and software programs is highly desired. Computer programs utilized in carrying out Program Manager duties include MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), EndNote, Dreamweaver, Adobe InDesign, MaxQDA, Access, Stata, ReportMart3, PubMed and others.

In order to qualify for funding, candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Stanford University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and Stanford University School of Medicine is committed to increasing representation of women and members of minority groups.
We particularly welcome applications from such underrepresented candidates.

Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your reasons for applying, qualifications and career goals; your curriculum vitae; an eight to ten page writing sample; your official transcript; and contact information for three references. All application materials should be sent to the current CIRGE Program Manager Jennifer Ladd at jennladd@stanford.edu or at the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics; 701 Welch Road Suite A1105; Palo Alto, CA 94304.
Review of applications will begin immediately and could include one or more telephone interviews. The deadline for application submission is March 31, 2010, and the position is open until filled. Notification of acceptance will occur by April 30, 2010.

Questions: Please contact Jennifer Ladd (jennladd@stanford.edu); Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics; 701 Welch Road Suite A1105; Palo Alto, CA 94304. Phone: (650) 736-0954. Fax: (650) 725-6131. For more information about CIRGE, please visit our website http://cirge.stanford.edu/.
3/10-5/10

BIOETHICS POSTBACCALAUREATE FELLOW
(Research Assistant)
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
2010-2012 POSITION

Description: The Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics (SCBE) invites applications for two postbaccalaureate training fellowships beginning in July 2010 at the Center for Integration of Research on Genetics and Ethics (CIRGE), a Center of Excellence in ELSI (Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications) Research funded by the National Institutes of Health. CIRGE seeks candidates from a variety of backgrounds, especially 1) biomedical or biological research, or 2)
social sciences, humanities, law, or policy. The fellowship aims to prepare fellows for interdisciplinary scholarship in emerging ethical, social, policy and/or legal issues raised by genetic research. The fellowships will be two-year appointments. The salary is based on University guidelines and will be commensurate with experience. No prior experience in bioethics is necessary, but applicants should be planning postgraduate work.

Responsibilities: Fellows will conduct independent ELSI research in issues around behavioral genetics. They will have a range of additional opportunities, including participating in CIRGE intellectual life (an interdisciplinary community of scholars including geneticists/scientists, ethicists, lawyers, and physicians); taking coursework in genetics, ethics, or ELSI research methods; being involved in a research ethics consultation service for bioscientists; and helping to plan and participate in CIRGE symposia, policy workshops, and other events and programs aimed at forging interdisciplinary dialogue with genetics researchers.

Qualifications: Applicants must have, or earn by time of employment, a four-year college degree (or equivalent) in biology, philosophy, social science, sychology, biomedical ethics or a related science field. Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.3, or an overall B+ average, and are preferred to have research experience in one of the fields listed above.
Additionally, applicants are expected to have outstanding interpersonal skills in order to interact appropriately with students, faculty and staff. Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to carry out responsibilities independently and to exercise good judgment and discretion in resolving problems and handling sensitive and/or confidential material. Moreover, applicants must have an excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, as well as
outstanding organizational skills with high attention to detail. The ability to quickly learn new systems and software programs is highly desired. Computer programs utilized in carrying out postbaccalaureate duties may include MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), EndNote, MaxQDA, NVivo, Access, Stata and PubMed.

Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your reasons for applying, qualifications, and career goals; your curriculum vitae; an eight to ten page writing sample; your official transcript; and contact information for three references. All application materials should be sent to the current CIRGE Program Manager Jennifer Ladd at jennladd@stanford.edu or at the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics; 701 Welch Road Suite A1105; Palo Alto, CA 94304. Review of applications will begin immediately and could include
one or more telephone interviews. The deadline for application submission is March 31, 2010, and the positions are open until filled. Notification of acceptance will occur by April 30, 2010.

Medical Ethics Fellowship
North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System

Duration: One Year (July, 2010 – June 2011)

Requirements: Advanced degree, and health care delivery experience.

Description: The program is for those seeking clinical experience in medical ethics. The Fellowship entails supervised clinical responsibilities for ethics consults at North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Schneider’s Children’s Hospital. Academic work includes completion of a regional bioethics course or fulfilling requirements for a Masters in Bioethics. A scholarly effort is expected in the performance of a research project. Additional teaching responsibilities include preparation for ethics committee meetings and for conference presentations at various Departments at the mentioned institutions.

Stipend: Available with benefits

Application should include copy of CV, a personal statement that includes why you are interested in the fellowship and a list of 3 personal references.

Application deadline May 1, 2010

Contact: Samuel Packer, M.D., Chair, North Shore LIJ Ethics Committee. For information call Carol at 516 8406.
3/10-5/10

Western Institutional Review Board is recruiting a full-time staff physician. The primary responsibilities are to review clinical research protocols from around the world, review ongoing clinical research (adverse events, protocol changes, protocol deviations, etc.) and pursue special projects (data safety monitoring, biosafety, business development, consultation, training, etc). The ideal candidate must have a medical degree and 6+ years of practice or related experience, a medical sub-specialty (oncology, cardiology, intensive care, gastroenterology) or primary care experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team are required. Prior experience in clinical research and IRB a plus, but not a requirement. Training is provided.

WIRB is the oldest and largest independent IRB in the nation. Our primary mission is to safeguard the rights and welfare of the human research subject. Please visit www.wirb.com to learn more about us and to download an application.

Apply by sending a completed WIRB application, salary requirements, cover letter and CV or resume to:

humanresources@wirb.com
Western Institutional Review Board
Human Resources Department
3535 Seventh Avenue, SW
Olympia, WA 98502-5010
Fax: (360)252-2878
3/10-5/10

Clinical Ethics Fellow
Alden March Bioethics Institute (AMBI)
2010-2011 Position

Short Description: The fellowship aims at expanding the clinical experience of those with prior academic training in bioethics interested in providing clinical ethics consultation services. Clinical ethics training focuses on building an advanced skill set toward meeting the core competencies for the provision of clinical ethics consultation as endorsed by the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities.

Position Description: The Alden March Bioethics Institute—previously called the Center For Medical Ethics, Education and Research—at Albany Medical College was founded in 1993 by John Balint, M.D., to provide medical ethics education, develop an ethics consultation service, and promote high quality and useful research and scholarly works on important ethical issues in health care. The Center’s programs include required coursework in medical ethics for Albany Medical College students, an on-site and on-line master’s program in bioethics, and a Scholar’s Program in Bioethics for medical students. AMBI operates a full-time ethics consultation service at Albany Medical Center Hospital for physicians, nurses and other patient caregivers, patients and their families. Additional information about the Alden March Bioethics Institute can be found at www.amc.edu/bioethics. Albany Medical Center is northeastern New York’s only academic health sciences center. It consists of Albany Medical College, Albany Medical Center Hospital and the Albany Medical Center Foundation, Inc. Additional information about Albany Medical Center can be found at www.amc.edu.

Responsibilities: Respond to ethics consultation requests, coordinating coverage with other hospital clinical ethicists, members of the ethics committee, mission leaders, or pastoral care staff as appropriate; Provide clinical ethics consultation services under supervision to patients, family members, staff, and physicians in a variety of clinical and organizational settings; Apply one’s knowledge and skills in assessment of ethical needs and interventions, including communication, mediation and problem solving; Help coordinate hospital ethics committee functions and educational activities; Make rounds in various clinical areas, such as adult medical and surgical, pediatric, and neonatal intensive care units, women's health units, and general medical and surgical areas; Attend meetings, such as the hospital ethics committee, institutional review board, select quality assurance committees, and interdisciplinary clinical teams; Coordinate and offer ethics education programs, grand rounds, and ethics lectures and seminars in the medical center and to area institutions as requested; Attend clinical ethics educational offerings throughout the system; and Participate in data collection and quality improvement activities as well as regulatory preparedness activities related to clinical ethics consultation and educational services.

Supervision and Colleagues: The Clinical Ethics Fellow works closely with other clinical ethicists who provide clinical ethics consultation services, faculty within the Institute, and center leaders to develop personalized learning goals and strategies for accomplishing them. Additional collegial support comes from a wide range of experienced clinicians, including physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and administrators. The Alden March Bioethics Institute includes core teaching faculty from the medical school and medical center as well as colleagues from Albany Law School, the State University of New York at Albany, the New York State Department of Health, Northeast Health, the College of St. Rose, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and other local and national educational and health care institutions.

Educational Requirements: The successful applicant must hold at least a master’s degree in bioethics (or its equivalent) and a professional or graduate degree in a discipline that interfaces with bioethics (such as law, medicine, nursing, social work, philosophy, theology, or moral theology). A candidate with direct course work or extensive practical experience in bioethics or health care is prerequisite.

Prior Experience: Experience in applied ethics, preferably in a health care setting with experience in consultation, teaching or policy development is preferred — required if a candidate lacks a terminal degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: None is required. Clinicians or other licensed or registered applicants should consider their need to maintain licenses or other certifications while engaged in the fellowship.

Complexity of the Work Environment: The Clinical Ethics Fellow must be a critical thinker and have very good written and oral communication, relational, and educational skills. The Clinical Ethics Fellow must be able to follow hospital, departmental and related policies and procedures, and work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, emotionally charged atmosphere.

Salary and Benefits: The full-time annual salary for this training position is $42,500 and carries full-time benefits with three weeks earned time off.

Application and Contract Information: To be considered for this position, applicants are requested to send the following electronically to the e-mail address below: A letter of application including:

(1) one’s preparation for this fellowship and training experience and how one might collaboratively contribute to the institution and the field; and (2) a statement of personal goals explaining why one might wish to undertake the fellowship. In the letter of application, the applicant should also clarify any current employment or study situation that might impact availability and discuss briefly any areas of health care ethics that might be of special interest. A current curriculum vitae or resume; and Two letters of recommendation giving special attention to the applicant’s character and collegial traits.

Applications are being accepted until this position is filled. The selection committee will begin deliberation of completed applications on March 30, 2010. The start date for the clinical ethics fellowship is July 1, 2010, or as soon thereafter as possible but no later than September 1, 2010.

Questions Please Contact:
John Kaplan, PhD
Director of Graduate Studies
Alden March Bioethics Institute
Albany Medical College
47 New Scotland Avenue, MC 153
Albany, New York 12208
Tel.: 518-262-6082
E-mail: Ms. Faria Grant grantf@mail.amc.edu
3/10-5/10

The Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics (CHCE) at Saint Louis University (SLU) is searching for a promising individual to serve as a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialization in Research Ethics. CHCE serves as an academic department and tenure home for all tenured and tenure track faculty. The faculty contract will be a 12-month appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience. The position is available to begin on September 1, 2010.

Background Information:
CHCE offers a PhD in Health Care Ethics with several special tracks that students may opt to select. These include a Certificate in Empirical Research in Bioethics and a Research Ethics Concentration. CHCE is also involved in two relevant partnerships: It provides faculty to support the Center for Clinical Research Ethics within the Institute for Clinical and Translational Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis (WU), and it provides some faculty support for the Office of Research Services at SLU as it oversees training in the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR). These two partnerships will provide partial funding for the current position.

Job responsibilities will minimally include:
Teaching research ethics in the PhD program and mentoring doctoral dissertations; supporting the Clinical Research Ethics core within the WU CTSA; supporting RCR training at SLU; serving on an Institutional Review Board (IRB); and actively publishing as a scholar in bioethics, particularly in the area of research ethics. The candidate would also be expected to write or collaborate on grant proposals for external funding.

Qualifications minimally include:
A PhD in a field related to research ethics (e.g., bioethics, philosophy, social psychology, or medical sociology). The ideal candidate would also have some record of scholarly publications, some experience teaching, some experience writing or collaborating on grant projects, and at least 1 year of service on an IRB. No particular religious affiliation is expected of candidates, however, the successful candidate should be familiar with and willing to support the Jesuit mission of the University. Information on this mission is available at: http://www.slu.edu/x844.xml.

Application Information:
All applications must be made online at http://jobs.slu.edu. Candidates should upload the following materials: A cover letter that highlights special qualifications for the position; a curriculum vita; 1 or 2 published articles or writing samples in bioethics or research ethics; a document that provides the names, titles, and telephone numbers of at least 3 professional references, whom we have permission to contact if you are being considered for an interview.

Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Institutional Commitments:
Saint Louis University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service. Saint Louis University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE) and encourages nominations of and application from women and minorities.
2/10-4/10

The Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics (CHCE) at Saint Louis University is searching for an outstanding individual to serve as Graduate Programs Director. The individual would also be appointed the Tenet Chair of Health Care Ethics at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. CHCE serves as an academic department and tenure home for all tenured and tenure track faculty. The faculty contract would be a 12-month appointment on the tenure-track or with tenure depending upon qualifications, and salary will be commensurate with experience. The position is available to begin on July 1, 2010.

Background Information:
CHCE offers a PhD in Health Care Ethics with several special tracks that students may opt to select:
- MD/PhD dual degree;
- JD/PhD dual degree;
- MA (theology)/PhD dual degree with Concentration in the Catholic tradition of health care ethics;
- PhD program Certificate in Empirical Research in Bioethics; and
- Research Ethics Concentration

CHCE additionally offers a 1-year Certificate in Clinical Health Care Ethics that consists of 2 onsite training weekends and distance-learning study. The program is designed to serve especially the needs of hospital ethics committee members.

CHCE is involved in substantial partnerships with the Institute for Clinical and Translational Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, with the Catholic Health Association, and with the Bander Center for Medical Business Ethics at Saint Louis University.

Job responsibilities will minimally include:
Oversight of the PhD program and Certificate program (with staff support); teaching in the PhD program and mentoring doctoral dissertations; and actively publishing as a scholar in bioethics. Other responsibilities (e.g., grant, clinical responsibilities, or service in partnership programs) may be negotiated at the time of hire depending upon the candidate's background and interests.

Qualifications minimally include:
A PhD in a field related to bioethics (e.g., philosophy, medical humanities, moral theology or religious studies, health economics, or medical sociology); a strong record of scholarly publications; experience teaching-ideally graduate and professional students. Other desirable characteristics would include a track record of obtaining independent funding, service on Institutional Review Boards, and experience conducting clinical ethics consultations. The ideal candidate will have expertise that supports one or more of the PhD program special tracks described above. No particular religious affiliation is expected of candidates, however, the successful candidate should be familiar with and willing to support the Jesuit mission of the University. Information on this mission is available at: http://www.slu.edu/x844.xml.

Application Information:
All applications must be made online at http://jobs.slu.edu. Candidates should upload the following materials: A cover letter that highlights special qualifications for the position; a curriculum vita; 1 or 2 published articles in bioethics or research ethics; a document that provides the names, titles, and telephone numbers of at least 3 professional references, whom we have permission to contact if you are being considered for an interview.

Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
CALL FOR APPLICANTS

The overarching goal of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research is to develop a diverse, multidisciplinary workforce capable of the translation of research findings into evidence-based policies and practices for improving health care and research equity among racial and ethnic populations in Texas, and in keeping with the overall mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, the nation and the world. This tract is designed to become a long-standing program of M. D. Anderson's Section for Integrated Ethics in Cancer Care.

The project aims to:
to develop the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research tract, dedicated to the training of individuals from historically racial or ethnic minorities in bioethics to address the under-representation of minorities in clinical trials,
to increase the number of and to advance women and historically underrepresented ethnic and racial individuals to the bioethics academic enterprise, and
to develop and use non-traditional methods to build trust in the health care system to increase racial and ethnic participation in clinical trials.

The project is a joint effort between researchers in The University of Texas M.D. Anderson's Center for Research on Minority Health, the nation's only congressionally mandated center for the study of Health Disparities, and M. D. Anderson's Section for Integrated Ethics in Cancer Care.

Fellowship Selection Criteria:
Training in a discipline compatible with basic, clinical, behavioral research, or health care ethics.
Potential contribution to the diversity of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research tract.
Completion of a degree compatible with the goals of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research from an accredited Institution. (Doctorate preferred, Master level training and professional experience will be considered).
Fit with the research program of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research.
Previous clinical and/or clinical research experience (abstracts, publications, awards).
Expressed interest in a career in multidisciplinary clinical research or Health Care Ethics.
Interest is studying health differences and disparities or health in historically underserved populations.

Fellowship Site:
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas with rotations at various institutions throughout the Texas Medical Center.

Application Deadline:
Applicants must submit their application online no later than Monday, March 15, 2010.

Applications for the Bioethics Initiative Fellowship are accepted through M. D. Anderson Cancer Center's DISCOVER System. Access to this system requires a password that is generated when the applicant creates an account on the DISCOVER System.

To request creation of an account, please contact Sonia Aslanova at 713-792-2857 or snaslanova@mdanderson.org. A Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume is required.

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability or veteran status, except where such distinction is required by law. All positions at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center are security sensitive and subject to examination of criminal history record information.

For more information, please contact:
Sonia Aslanova
Program Coordinator - Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research
Section of Integrated Ethics in Cancer Care
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Pickens Academic Tower - FCT7.5096
PO Box 301402
Houston TX 77230-1402
Main Office: 713-792-8775
Fax: 713-745-0674
Email: snaslanova@mdanderson.org
2/10-3/10

Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

SUMMER INTERNSHIP
CALL FOR APPLICANTS

Fellowship Selection Criteria:
Training in a discipline compatible with basic, clinical, behavioral research, or health care ethics.
Potential contribution to the diversity of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research tract.
Completion of a degree compatible with the goals of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research from an accredited Institution. (Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, Master level training and professional experience preferred).
Fit with the research program of the Bioethics Initiative for Equity in Health Care and Research.
Previous clinical and/or clinical research experience (abstracts, publications, awards).
Expressed interest in a career in multidisciplinary clinical research or Health Care Ethics.
Interest is studying health differences and disparities or health in historically underserved populations.

Fellowship Site:
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas with rotations at various institutions throughout the Texas Medical Center.

Application Deadline:
Applicants must submit their application online no later than Monday, March 15, 2010.

To request creation of an account, please contact Sonia Aslanova at 713-792-2857 or snaslanova@mdanderson.org. A Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume is required.

Senior Research Technician
Hew Level 5 - Herston

SCHOOL OF POPULATION HEALTH

A talented professional is required to provide research support to projects investigating the public policy and ethical implications of genetic and neuroscience research on addiction to alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs.

Since its inception in 2001, the School of Population Health has established itself as a leading centre of public health teaching and research that, by influencing health care reform both in Australia and abroad, can improve the lives of people around the world. The School is one of seven within The University of Queensland's Faculty of Health Sciences.

The Role:
The successful applicant will be required to work on an NHMRC-funded Australia Fellowship awarded to Professor Hall to undertake research on the public policy and ethical implications of genetic and neuroscience research on addiction to alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs. The project investigates the public health and public policy implications of neurobiological and genetic research on alcohol and other drug use and addiction. This research includes: the social and health system implications of new pharmacological treatments for addiction arising from neurobiological and genetic research; possible new approaches to the prevention of drug use and addiction (for example, genetic screening and vaccination); and the impact of neurobiological and genetic research findings on public understanding of and attitudes towards different social policies that aim to deal with drug use and addiction. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of Professor Wayne Hall.

The Person:
The successful applicant should possess an honors degree in Public Health, an allied Social Science or a related area. Additionally, excellent written and verbal English communication, as well as a demonstrated ability to write literature reviews is essential.

Remuneration:
This is a full time position, for a fixed term of 12 months in the first instance. The remuneration package will be in the range of $50,748 to $56,838 per annum (FTE), plus employer superannuation contributions of 9%.

Contact:
Obtain the position description and selection criteria online. To discuss the role contact Professor Wayne Hall, telephone 3365 5330, email: w.hall@sph.uq.edu.au or Associate Professor Jayne Lucke, telephone (07) 3365 5359, email: j.lucke@uq.edu.au

Send applications to the Personnel Officer, School of Population Health, The University of Queensland, Herston Road, Herston Qld 4006 or email w.pitman@uq.edu.au

Applications Close: 22 February, 2010

Equal opportunity in employment is University policy

"Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. For advice on obtaining an Australian visa visit http://www.immi.gov.au/"
2/10

Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Fellow
Academic Level A/B - Herston

SCHOOL OF POPULATION HEALTH

Since its inception in 2001, the School of Population Health has established itself as a leading centre of public health teaching and research that, by influencing health care reform both in Australia and abroad, can improve the lives of people around the world. The School is one of seven within The University of Queensland's Faculty of Health Sciences.

The Role:
The successful applicant will be required to undertake research on the public policy and ethical implications of genetic and neuroscience research on addiction to alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs as part of an NHMRC-funded Australia Fellowship awarded to Professor Hall. The project investigates the public health and public policy implications of neurobiological and genetic research on alcohol and other drug use and addiction. This research includes: the social and health system implications of new pharmacological treatments for addiction arising from neurobiological and genetic research; possible new approaches to the prevention of drug use and addiction (for example, genetic screening and vaccination); and the impact of neurobiological and genetic research findings on public understanding of and attitudes towards different social policies that aim to deal with drug use and addiction. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of Professor Wayne Hall.

The Person:
The successful applicant should possess a post-graduate degree in Public Health, or an allied Social Science. Additionally, familiarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods used in public health is essential, as well as excellent written and verbal English communication.

Remuneration:
This is a full time position, fixed term for 12 months in the first instance. The remuneration package will be in the range of $50,698 to $68,768 (FTE) per annum (Level A) or $72,388 to $85,960 (FTE) per annum (Level B), plus employer superannuation contributions of 9%. Level of appointment will be dependent upon qualifications, experience and academic achievements.

Contact: Obtain the position description and selection criteria online. To discuss the role contact Professor Wayne Hall, telephone 3365 5330, email: w.hall@sph.uq.edu.au or Associate Professor Jayne Lucke, telephone (07) 3365 5359, email: j.lucke@uq.edu.au

Send applications to the Personnel Officer, School of Population Health, The University of Queensland, Herston Road, Herston Qld 4006 or email w.pitman@uq.edu.au

Applications Close: 22 February, 2010

Equal opportunity in employment is University policy

"Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. For advice on obtaining an Australian visa visit http://www.immi.gov.au/"
2/10

The Hastings Center
Research Assistant

The Hastings Center seeks applicants for the two-year position of Research Assistant, beginning in late summer/early fall 2010.

The Center's two Research Assistants provide research support for Center projects and professional staff. This includes journal screening, literature and web-based searches, document retrieval, and preparation of detailed summaries of research project meetings. The Research Assistants also provide some administrative support to the research department and bibliographic and other services for Center publications, including the Center's website and Bioethics Forum. Research Assistants also provide research and administrative support to the Center's Bioethics and the Public Interest initiative, which builds the Center's capacity to respond rapidly to issues and to serve policy makers, journalists, and opinion leaders.

Qualifications and key competencies include: a bachelor's degree; good oral and written communication skills; familiarity with word-processing applications and citation management software; online bibliographic and document retrieval tools; flexibility in managing multiple ongoing tasks; the ability to work creatively and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment. Some experience in bioethics is highly desirable, but not required. The position is usually filled by a recent undergraduate-graduate, post-graduate, or advanced/professional degree holders will not be considered for the position.

To apply, please send: a letter of application describing your background and interest in bioethics; a resume or CV; a relevant writing sample, such as a research paper (preferably 2-8 pages in length); a transcript of all undergraduate work (an internal, electronic transcript is acceptable); and names and contact information for two references. Electronic applications in PDF or DOC formats are preferred. Send all materials to: jobs@thehastingscenter.org and/or Research Assistant Search, The Hastings Center, 21 Malcolm Gordon Road, Garrison, NY 10524. No phone calls, please.

Application deadline: Friday, March 5th, 2010.

The Hastings Center offers its Research Assistants a competitive salary, health insurance, and generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday schedules. The Hastings Center is an equal opportunity employer, actively committed to building a diverse staff and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Hastings Center is an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan institution that since 1969 has been a leader in research, education, and policy recommendations on the ethical and social impact of advances in medicine, health care, and biotechnology. The Center is located in Garrison, New York, 50 miles north of New York City. For more information about The Hastings Center, visit: www.thehastingscenter.org.
2/10-3/10

Senior Research Assistant

The American Medical Association (AMA) relentlessly pursues its mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health. Guided by the principles of leadership,
Excellence, integrity and ethical behavior, the AMA strives to be an essential part of the professional life of each of its physician and medical student members.

The American Medical Association (AMA) is currently looking for a Senior Research Assistant in the Ethics Standard Group. You will provide expertise in medical ethics and bioethics by participating in the development of ethics policy through comprehensive research, drafting of reports, and assisting in the broad dissemination of AMA ethics policy. Support other activities of the Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs (CEJA), the Director- Ethics Policy, and the Vice President- Ethics Standards.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field required, with graduate studies in Bioethics preferred.

Relevant work experience; strong research and analytical skills.

Excellent written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.

Ability to work as a team and independently with minimal supervision meeting established deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills with ability to interface effectively with all levels of staff both internally and externally.

Strong organization skills.

In return for your expertise, we offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits, progressive technology and a supportive environment. Please forward your resume to: delores.hill@ama-assn.org and refer to job number: 2752DH. This position is located at 515 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60654. For additional information about AMA, please visit our web site at: www.ama-assn.org. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE.
1/10-3/10

Assistant Professor
Department of Bioethics
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences

KCUMB seeks applicants for Assistant Professor of Bioethics. The University offers a Masters of Arts in Bioethics in three degree tracts: a DO/MA dual degree earned over four years, a one-year Masters program, and a career enhancement tract where practicing professionals earn their degree on a part-time basis. In a rich and varied curriculum, the Department of Bioethics approaches the study of bioethics broadly by drawing on the perspectives of philosophy, the medical humanities, humanism, and the "softer" side of the social sciences. The department has close affiliation with area hospitals and the Center for Practical Bioethics.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in ethics or a field related to bioethics-broadly defined. An advanced clinician's degree (in medicine, nursing, etc.) and experience teaching bioethics will also make applicants eligible for consideration. Responsibilities include teaching in the Masters program and in the College of Osteopathic Medicine, carrying on an active program of research, assisting with the continued growth and development of the department, and contributing to the overall advancement of the university. For additional information contact: David Wendell Moller, Ph.D., Professor and Chair of Bioethics, dmoller@kcumb.edu or 818-283-2219.

KCUMB is a fully accredited, private university, with an emerging emphasis on research. Founded in 1916, its College of Osteopathic Medicine is the oldest medical school in Kansas City, Mo., and the largest in the state. The College of Biosciences is home to expanding graduate programs, which include biomedical sciences and bioethics. Located in the Northeast historic district of Kansas City, Mo., near downtown and collaborating institutions, KCUMB is a key stakeholder institution in the Kansas City Area Life Sciences Institute. http://www.kclifesciences.org/

To apply, submit a cover letter for job #09-27 include salary range requirements, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, research interests, and strengths for the position to: Dawn Rohrs, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources, 1750 Independence Ave., Kansas City, MO 64106-1453, 1-800-234-4847, ext. 2371 or 816-283-2371; or e-mail: employment@kcumb.edu. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. EOE. www.kcumb.edu. Tobacco-free environment.

Human Resources
Administration Bldg, Rm 101
1750 Independence Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64106
816-283-2285 (Fax)
1/10-3/10

The National Core for Neuroethics is seeking a Postdoctoral or Masters level researcher to join our vibrant team at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, Canada, and help lead a new initiative at the interface of ethics and neuroscience, with a focus on developmental disorders: Cerebral Palsy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder. The position will be in collaboration with the new National Centre for Excellence "NeuroDevNet" at UBC (http://www.neurodevnet.ca/) and the IRCM (http://www.ircm.qc.ca/en) in Montreal. The National Core for Neuroethics also expects to have several additional openings for Postdoctoral Fellows and Graduate Students beginning in Winter 2010.

For more information please contact Ms. Altaira Northe ataltaira.northe@ubc.ca. To apply, please include your CV, statement of research interest and three references.
1/10-3/10

Biology and Society/Bioscience Ethics, Arizona State University

The School of Life Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning Fall, 2010. A Ph.D. is required in an area directly related to our Biology and Society Program, including for example, in areas of Bioscience Ethics, History of Biology or Biomedical Sciences, or Philosophy of Biology or Biomedical Sciences. Candidates must have a primary research interest and record of accomplishments in a relevant area, and a teaching competency in introductory bioscience ethics and at least one related teaching area of competence within Biology and Society at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to establish (or for more senior applicants to have established) an active research program, including seeking funding as appropriate, and to participate in graduate and undergraduate teaching in the Biology and Society Program (which includes tracks in Bioethics, Policy, and Law; and History and Philosophy of Science). The ideal candidate will work within a School of Life Sciences and must have demonstrated an interest in engaging both life scientists and humanists/social scientists in their research and teaching.

To apply, submit a letter indicating the position and level for which you are applying, your curriculum vitae, copies of 2-3 selected articles, a concise statement of research accomplishments and plans; statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy; and at least one sample syllabus for an undergraduate course in an area of bioscience ethics. A minimum of three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically; please include the names of each letter writer and email contact information with your application. Application materials should be sent to Jane Maienschein, Chair of the Biology and Society/Bioscience Ethics Search Committee, School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501. Or full applications may be sent electronically as pdf files to anna.fields@asu.edu. The initial closing date is January 4, 2010, with applications reviewed weekly thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For additional information on this position and the School of Life Sciences, please visit http://sols.asu.edu/jobs.
12/09-1/10

The Department of Bioethics at Cleveland Clinic invites applications for a Professional Staff position. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant or Associate Staff, depending on his/her qualifications, and will be eligible for academic appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor of Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case.

We are seeking an individual with demonstrated ability to produce significant research or scholarship in bioethics. This individual should be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and contribute to the intellectual life of a vibrant and diverse bioethics program. The successful candidate will dedicate 50-75% of his/her effort to independent research and scholarly activities in bioethics. In addition, this individual will participate in ethics education for bioethics fellows, medical students and residents, nurses, and other medical staff. Some service on hospital or college committees is expected, with opportunities to participate in clinical ethics consultation available to applicants who have an interest in that area of bioethics.

Building on a 25-year history of excellence in clinical ethics consultation, the Cleveland Clinic is committed to expanding its support of bioethics research and scholarship. A hallmark of the research and scholarship conducted by the Department of Bioethics is a focus on enhancing patient care. This patient-centered approach to bioethics research is evident in all aspects of the department's research, but most especially in the selection of study topics. Areas of current interest include: physician-patient communication, ethical issues in clinical research, introduction of novel therapies, genetic and genomic medicine, innovation in cardiology, reproductive technologies, transplantation ethics, ethics education, neuroethics, and best practices for clinical ethics consultation.

Cleveland Clinic is recognized internationally as one of the leading medical institutions in clinical research, education, and patient care. Over the past several years, its Department of Bioethics has grown to include 10 Professional Staff members (faculty) and many affiliated clinicians. The Department is the administrative home of the Cleveland Fellowship in Advanced Bioethics, a city-wide program to train the next generation of leaders in clinical ethics and bioethics research. Members of the Department have numerous collaborations with medical institutes at Cleveland Clinic, Case Western Reserve University, and other regional institutions.

Candidates for this position must have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in an area of study related to bioethics, such as medicine, philosophy, law, sociology, health services research, or medical anthropology. Preference will be given to individuals with significant prior research achievements (e.g., peer-reviewed publications or extramural research funding) or strong potential for building a nationally recognized research program in bioethics. Applications will be considered as they are received, with preference given to candidates who can start prior to July 1, 2010.

Interested individuals may apply by sending a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to:

Richard Sharp, Ph.D.
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Bioethics, JJ-60
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
E-mail: sharpr3@ccf.org
Phone: 216-445-2739
12/09-2/10

Associate Editor

Join the American Medical Association (AMA), the nation's largest professional Association of physicians, and help doctors help patients by planning content for the Ethics Resource Center's monthly online ethics journal, Virtual Mentor (VM), editing manuscripts and managing pre-production for the Web.

As an associate editor, you will serve as primary content and copy editor for all VM articles, edit articles for accuracy and soundness of argument, readability and editorial policy; copy edit for grammar and adherence to VM style and AMA reference style; and verify all references. You will manage the flow of manuscripts among in-house staff and between in-house staff and authors, and collect copyright release from all authors.

Additionally, you will strip manuscripts of formatting and put them into proper format and templates for Web production. You will participate in the development of themes and content for all monthly VM issues, and contribute to the making of VM editorial policy. You will develop editorial quality and style standards and rate all articles for quality, and help develop and implement plans for promoting VM.

Finally, you will maintain VM's clinical case index and paper archives of all issues.

To qualify for this position, you must possess the following:

-A bachelor's degree with a, master's degree preferred, with specialization in bioethics, philosophy, journalism, humanities, or related field.
-At least 2 years experience in journalism or editing.
-Formal education, training, or experience in health care ethics and professionalism strongly preferred.
-Superior written and oral communication skills.
-Strong organization and prioritization skills.
-Strong critical thinking skills and ability to analyze arguments.
-Ability to work with and delegate responsibilities to team members.
-Familiarity with Web publication terminology.

The AMA offers a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. To apply for this position, send your resume to peggy.boswell@ama-assn.org, or fax it to her at (312) 464-5871. You may also contact her at 312.464.5534.

The AMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workforce.
12/09-2/10

School of Public Health
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102

Position Announcement
Chair, Department of Community Health and Prevention

Position Overview:
The Drexel University School of Public Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic public health professional with academic/administrative experience to lead the Department of Community Health and Prevention. The department is strongly committed to human rights, social justice and community engagement, incorporating these values into the curriculum and program objectives of the DrPH and MPH degree tracks. The department has a well-developed research and public health practice agenda grounded in serving vulnerable populations, adopting community-based participatory research methodology to address public health concerns in youth, HIV/AIDS, LGBT health and tobacco-related chronic diseases. The Department Chair reports to the Dean, serves on the School's leadership team, and manages departmental fiscal and human resources to foster excellence in education, research and service. The successful candidate will have a well-developed research program and will be expected to continue scholarly and educational pursuits.

Drexel University, School of Public Health - Overview
Among Drexel University's eleven Schools and Colleges is the only accredited School of Public Health in the Philadelphia region, located in Center City Philadelphia. The School of Public Health is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health and is a full member of the Association of Schools of Public Health. Its mission is to promote the health of communities through an integrated program of education, research, service and practice with an emphasis on the importance of the connection between human rights and health status. The SPH covers the five core concentrations of Public Health through four academic Departments: Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Environmental and Occupational Health, Health Management and Policy and Community Health and Prevention. The School has experienced tremendous growth over the past five years in enrollment, research expenditures and academic offerings. School-wide research includes excellence in autism epidemiology, the relationship between place and chronic disease, governmental public health management, the study and prevention of hunger among children, innovative strategies and policies to prevent intentional violence, occupational safety research, impact of public health law, cardiac disease epidemiology and more.

Drexel University - Overview
Drexel University is one of the fifty top private doctoral/research- intensive schools nationally, and is among the top five "Schools to Watch" in this year's U.S. News and World Report. Along with the School of Public Health, Drexel University is home to colleges of medicine, law, nursing and health professions, engineering, information technology, business, arts and sciences, media arts, and education - providing unique opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Philadelphia boasts internationally recognized historical and cultural attractions, award-winning restaurants, and diverse recreational activities.

Department Chair, Community Health and Prevention
Responsibilities:
The Department Chair reports to the Dean of the School and works with the Administrative Deans, three other Department Chairs and department faculty members. Department Chair responsibilities include:
Departmental management, administration and visionary leadership, including planning, budgeting, resource use, assessment, and staffing
Development of new research and scholarship pursuits in collaboration with departmental faculty as a facilitator or mentor
Maintenance of extant departmental research, service, educational and scholarly pursuits
Engagement in community health and prevention efforts with impact at the local/state/national/global levels
Ongoing development, assessment, and accreditation activities for the DrPH and MPH curricula
Engagement in student recruitment, retention and success initiatives
Faculty recruitment, mentoring, advancement and assessment
Development and maintenance of school and university-wide collaborative relationships, including development of joint degree programs, and departmental advocacy and service on school and university committees
Advancement of the goals and objectives of the department and school through collaboration with Institutional Advancement, Student Life, Enrollment Management, Media Relations, and other institutional resources

Qualifications:
Terminal degree in Public Health or a related field, with demonstrated competence in an area of public health.
Achievements commensurate with appointment at Full Professor level, including a nationally recognized record of research and scholarship, a substantive publication record, considerable teaching experience, and a strong record of sponsored research in community health and prevention
Experience with, and support for, collaborative relationships with community partners to improve the health of citizenry in the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond.
Management experience in an academic environment plus documented, strong leadership skills in a climate of collaboration and support
Ability to support and advance an interdisciplinary, diverse and inclusive curriculum, with knowledge of case-based learning a plus
Demonstrated commitment to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and/or service in community health and prevention.

Drexel University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, disabled individuals, and veterans. Applications will be handled with strictest confidence.

Applicants should apply electronically to drexeljobs.com by clicking on "search postings," then "faculty" under job category, and then "search." Please upload a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. Review of electronic applications will begin January 18, 2010 and will proceed until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Janet Fleetwood, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, at 215-895-1827.
12/09-2/10

Bioethics Research Project Specialist

Description:

The Bioethics Research Project Specialist (BRPS) will assume responsibility for ensuring the successful conduct of a comparative effectiveness and quality improvement project for the Berman Institute of Bioethics. The BRPS will work with the principal investigators of the project to: produce a clear, conceptual analysis that defines and characterizes the constitutive elements of "research" and "treatment" through the development of rich case studies; examine the implications of this conceptual analysis for moral and policy purposes; conduct empirical research in the areas of a) clinical trials of unapproved drugs and devices; (b) comparative effectiveness research; and (c) quality improvement research; and based on the conceptual, moral, and empirical findings, develop policy guidance and safeguards for research participants in the three areas above. The position will have responsibility for all facets of research activities, data management, and regulatory activities for the project. S/he will perform primary research for project aims; analyze and synthesize data; generate progress reports; develop interview guide; draft case studies; draft and contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to manuscripts and white papers ; manage general project administration; handle focus group logistics and project related meetings; and ensure smooth communications among Core Group members.

Qualifications:

BA in related discipline. Graduate degree preferred. Three years related experience (advanced education may substitute for some experience). Candidate must have: familiarity with bioethics issues; excellent written & verbal skills; organizational skills; ability to complete work independently; library & online research skills; and computer skills, including familiarity with word processing, data software, and research tools. Experience in public health research preferred. Individual must be able to exercise judgment, quickly assess issues, and recommend responsive solutions.

To apply visit: https://hrnt.jhu.edu/jhujobs/job_view.cfm?view_req_id=41513&view=sch
12/09-2/10

The Department of Medical Humanities, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University announces three openings for fixed term or tenure track Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor, or Assistant or Associate Professor positions. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, teaching research ethics, bioethics, and applied areas of the humanities in the medical sciences. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be actively involved in scholarship and service.

Teaching experience in the appropriate fields and a terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., J.D.) from an accredited institution are preferred, but applicants who have completed all-but-dissertation requirements for a terminal degree will be considered.

In addition to submitting a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and two writing samples online at ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=60765, candidates should submit three letters of reference to Todd Savitt via e-mail: savittT@ecu.edu, or regular mail: Todd Savitt, ECU BSOM, Department of Medical Humanities, 600 Moye Blvd, Brody 2S-17, Mailstop 641, Greenville, NC 27834. The search committee will review applications as they are submitted and will accept applications until positions are filled. Address further questions to Todd Savitt at: phone 252-744-2797 or e-mail savittT@ecu.edu.
12/09-2/10

Assistant/Associate Professor & Physician Ethicist
Division of Medical Ethics
Weill Cornell Medical College
New York, New York

The Division of Medical Ethics in the Departments of Public Health and Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College invites applications for a full-time academic physician ethicist at the level of assistant or associate professor.

This is a rare opportunity for a uniquely qualified individual to join the Ethics faculty at this Ivy-League medical college located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Our established and rapidly growing program is home to 5 full-time and 30 part-time and adjunct faculty from a range of disciplines with nationally recognized expertise in numerous areas including: neuroethics, research ethics, end-of-life decision-making, advance directives, clinical ethics consultation, the ethics of molecular and reproductive medicine, and feminist ethics.

The successful candidate will spend sixty to seventy percent time on supported research developing an imaginative research agenda. Approximately one third effort will be devoted to clinical care, ethics case consultation, and teaching.

Qualifications include: MD or MD/PhD degree from an accredited medical college, board certification in an accredited specialty, training and/or experience in clinical ethics and ethics case consultation, exceptional analytical and verbal abilities, the ability to work collegially with diverse professional and lay populations, and formal research training and/or an established record of scholarship and teaching.,

Faculty rank and salary will be dependent on training, prior accomplishments, and experience.

Weill Cornell Medical College, the medical school of Cornell University, is affiliated with some of the most prestigious healthcare and research institutions: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Rockefeller University, and the Hospital for Special Surgery. Please visit our division website: http://weill.cornell.edu/publichealth/divisions/medical_ethics/ for more information about our program.

To apply, please respond electronically by sending a cover letter, CV, list of 3 references and 2 writing samples (published or in press) to:

Joseph J. Fins, MD, FACP
Chief, Division of Medical Ethics
Professor of Medicine and Public Health
Weill Cornell Medical College
435 East 70^th Street, Suite 4J
New York, NY 10021
Phone: (212) 746-4246
FAX: (212) 746-8738
c/o: cacres@med.cornell.edu

Weill Cornell Medical College is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer/educator.
12/09-2/10

Assistant/Associate Professor
Medical Anthropology or Sociology
and
Bioethics

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, history, law, policy literature, religious studies, and visual studies who engage in research and teaching of medical students, trainees, and graduate students 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 equivalent terminal degree in medical anthropology, medical sociology, or a related social science field that emphasizes qualitative and participant-observer research methods. The candidate should be interested in teaching and research within a setting of interdisciplinary scholarship in medical humanities and health policy. The successful candidate will be expected to teach medical and graduate students and conduct independent research in an area that complements the current research and scholarship of the Institute. Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, and potential to secure external grant funding, are essential qualifications. An interest in health care for the underserved, health disparities and related research topics is highly desirable. Training and background in bioethics, and the ability to teach bioethics courses to medical students, is highly desirable. Prior experience with cultural groups prominently represented among the patient population of UTMB is also highly desirable. Candidates from underrepresented minority backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please apply online at http://www.utmb.edu/hcm/ and include contact information of three references. Job Opening ID# 19816.

UTMB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution which proudly values diversity. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2010.
10/09-2/10

Assistant/Associate Professor in Medical Humanities

The Institute for the Medical Humanities (IMH) at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB) invites applications for three tenure-track faculty positions, 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 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 expertise in one or more of the following areas: religious studies; health care ethics; philosophy of medicine and health care; research ethics; history of medicine and public health; literature and medicine. Those with additional expertise in other areas pertinent to the medical humanities are encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a discipline relevant to the medical humanities. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach medical students and graduate students in medical humanities, conduct independent research, and to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration in the medical humanities. Potential to secure external grant funding and a scholarly interest in ethnic and cultural groups currently served by UTMB are highly desirable. Candidates from underrepresented minority backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please apply online at http://www.utmb.edu/hcm/ and include contact information of three references. Job Opening ID#19787.

UTMB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution which proudly values diversity. Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2010.
10/09-2/10

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