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The Center welcomes applicants with wide-ranging scholarly interests in bioethics, especially clinical ethics, the ethics of AI in health contexts, neuroethics, research ethics, and/or ethics of ...

The Center welcomes applicants with wide-ranging scholarly interests in bioethics, especially clinical ethics, the ethics of AI in health contexts, neuroethics, research ethics, and/or ethics of ...

Clinical Ethicist - 140801

San Diego, CA · On-site

$58.91 - $113.89/hr

Terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD, MD) in a field related to bioethics highly preferred. * Successful completion of a fellowship in clinical ethics highly preferred. SPECIAL CONDITIONS * Must be able to ...

Clinical Ethicist - 140801

San Diego, CA · On-site

$58.91 - $113.89/hr

Terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD, MD) in a field related to bioethics highly preferred. * Successful completion of a fellowship in clinical ethics highly preferred. SPECIAL CONDITIONS * Must be able to ...

Ethics Fellow

Staten Island, NY · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Collaborates with the treating health care team regarding clinical history and treatment issues ... Bioethics training activities and scholarly writing. * Drafts studies or summaries of findings ...

LCSW III

Sacramento, CA

$53.36 - $74.70/hr

Clinical skills in biopsychosocial assessment and clinical interventions, including crisis ... Knowledge of bioethics and legal issues impacting patient care. * Demonstrated ability to ...

LCSW III

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$53.36 - $74.70/hr

Clinical skills in biopsychosocial assessment and clinical interventions, including crisis ... Knowledge of bioethics and legal issues impacting patient care. * Demonstrated ability to ...

Collaborates with the treating health care team regarding clinical history and treatment issues ... Bioethics training activities and scholarly writing. * Drafts studies or summaries of findings ...

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How much do clinical bioethics jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical bioethics in the United States is $34.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in clinical bioethics?

A typical day in Clinical Bioethics often involves consulting with healthcare providers, patients, and families to address complex ethical dilemmas that arise in patient care. You might participate in ethics committee meetings, review and develop hospital policies, and provide educational sessions or workshops for staff. Collaboration is frequent, as you’ll work with interdisciplinary teams—such as physicians, nurses, and social workers—to help ensure that patient care decisions are ethically sound. The work environment is usually hospital-based, and the role may require both structured case consultations and on-call responsibilities.

What education do you need to be a clinical bioethicist?

A clinical bioethicist typically holds at least a master's or doctoral degree in bioethics, medicine, philosophy, law, or a related health sciences field. Advanced training in ethics, strong analytical skills, and experience in healthcare settings are also important for this role.

How do I become a clinical bioethicist?

To become a clinical bioethicist, typically a master's or doctoral degree in bioethics, healthcare, philosophy, or a related field is required. Gaining experience in healthcare settings, developing strong ethical reasoning skills, and obtaining certifications such as the Certified Healthcare Ethics Consultant (CHEC) can enhance qualifications for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in clinical bioethics?

To thrive in Clinical Bioethics, a strong background in healthcare or philosophy—often supported by an advanced degree in bioethics, ethics, or a related field—is essential. Familiarity with ethics consultation documentation systems, research databases, and relevant bioethics certifications (such as HEC-C) is frequently required. Critical thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to mediate complex discussions are crucial soft skills. These capabilities ensure ethically sound decision-making and effective guidance in challenging clinical situations.

What is clinical bioethics?

A Clinical Bioethics job involves analyzing ethical issues in healthcare, such as patient rights, medical decision-making, and policy development. Professionals in this field work in hospitals, research institutions, or ethics committees to guide healthcare providers and patients through complex ethical dilemmas. They often help interpret ethical principles, assist in policy creation, and provide education on bioethical concerns.

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Assistant Professor

Emory University

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


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Discover Your Career at Emory University
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
Description
Emory University Center for Ethics
The Center for Ethics is a university-wide center that works across the university teaching courses, conducting research, and developing public programming that engages the broader community. The Center for Ethics' vision is to inspire and advance scholarship and education in ethics, to ignite the moral imagination of people in all walks of life, and to foster lives of moral meaning and ethical engagement.
For more on the Center for Ethics, visit http://ethics.emory.edu/
Position summary:
The role is envisioned as a position at the Assistant or Associate) Professor level with an appointment in the School of Medicine and/or another School and Department relevant to the candidates experience and expertise The salary range is 90K to 100K, with actual salary dependent on past work experience. The successful candidate will work full time with the bioethics and non-bioethics faculty in the Center for Ethics. The primary responsibilities of this on-campus position will involve teaching at the graduate and healthcare professional level (medicine, nursing, etc.), publishing research, and providing service to and/or developing programming for the Center, Emory University, and the greater community. The Center welcomes applicants with wide-ranging scholarly interests in bioethics, especially clinical ethics, the ethics of AI in health contexts, neuroethics, research ethics, and/or ethics of health disparities.
There is no requirement for extramural funding for this position, but the Center supports the development of externally funded scholarship and encourages applications from those able and interested in securing extramural funding.
Responsibilities:
• Teaching ethics and bioethical issues in an integrated curriculum in the School of Medicine
• Teaching core and elective courses in the Master of Arts in Bioethics (MAB)
• Advising and Mentoring MAB graduate students and thesis/capstone projects
• Pursuit of independent and collaborative scholarship
• Development of programming on ethical challenges and promotion of public discourse
Successful candidates will have:
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated experience and comfort in working in both in person and online settings
    Commitment to collaboration with colleagues at the Center for Ethics, across the university and in the community

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Terminal post-graduate degree (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) in a field related to bioethics
  • Demonstrated success in teaching and mentoring healthcare professionals and/or graduate students
  • Record of quality scholarship in bioethics

Applicants should submit the following:
  • Cover letter addressed to the search committee that explains why you are interested in this role, what makes you well-suited to meet the responsibilities associated with the position, and how you understand and approach your field(s) of expertise
  • Research writing sample
  • Statement of teaching philosophy (ideally accompanied by teaching evaluations)
  • Names and contact information for three references, including those who can speak to your teaching and research. (Letters will be requested for candidates advancing to a second round of consideration.)

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

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