Postdoctoral Associate - Clinical Ethics Fellow

Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, Baylor College of Medicine; Canada; Remote; CAD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Canada seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for a clinical ethics fellowship. This full-time, 2-year program offers comprehensive training in clinical ethics consultation and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates hold an MD or Ph.D. with strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills. The position includes engaging in ethics consultations and participating in educational activities related to medical ethics.

Benefits

Competitive stipend

Excellent benefits

Supportive professional environment

Opportunities for continued professional development

Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ethics consultations independently.
• Participate in the Biomedical Ethics Committee at hospital.
• Engage in educational activities related to medical curricula.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on clinical ethics topics.
• Participate in Center events.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong presentation and teaching skills

Exceptional analytical skills

Education

MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate - Clinical Ethics Fellow

Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, Baylor College of Medicine not BA-granting

The Center for Medical Ethics & Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine and the Houston Methodist Biomedical Ethics Program are seeking applicants for our full-time clinical ethics fellowship.

This competitive, 2-year program offers the opportunity to train with the Center’s nationally renowned faculty and staff who lead premier Clinical Ethics Consultation Services at adult private hospital systems in the Texas Medical Center.

The fellowship offers a competitive stipend, excellent benefits, supportive professional environment, and opportunities for continued professional development. Our fellow will develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to make them a strong candidate for positions in clinical ethics and academic bioethics. Our program supports fellows as they prepare for the HEC-C exam. The Center cultivates a culture of intentionality, respect, inclusivity, and collaboration. We are reflective and mindful of issues related to inclusion.

For more information about Baylor College of Medicine and the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy, visit our program's website.

Job Duties

• Receives comprehensive training in clinical ethics consultation, including independently conducting ethics consultations for a high-volume Clinical Ethics Consultation Service (≈350 consultations per year) at the Houston Methodist Hospital.
• Participates in the Biomedical Ethics Committee at Houston Methodist Hospital.
• Participates in educational activities related to our undergraduate and graduate medical curricula, including Baylor College of Medicine’s award-winning Medical Ethics Pathway.
• Prepares and delivers presentations on clinical ethics-related topics for clinical audiences.
• Participates in Center events.
• Participates with the New York-Houston Medical Ethics Consortium.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, working both independently and collaboratively to achieve goals.
• Strong presentation and teaching skills. Training or experience in medical ethics or clinical ethics.
• Exceptional analytical skills.

How to apply

Application type Online

Instructions Please apply through the BCM link/job posting.

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