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How much do contract bioethics jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract bioethics in the United States is $38.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $45.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Bioethicist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Bioethicist, you need a solid background in ethics, philosophy, or health sciences, often supported by an advanced degree in bioethics or a related field. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, IRB processes, and research compliance systems is typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, strong communication, and the ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas are standout soft skills. These competencies are vital to ensure ethical integrity, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making in healthcare and research environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in contract bioethics roles?

Professionals in contract bioethics often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to the policies and culture of different organizations, handling sensitive ethical dilemmas under tight deadlines, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulations and standards. Since the work is typically project-based, contract bioethicists must be skilled at managing multiple assignments, ensuring clear communication with diverse stakeholders, and providing impartial guidance on complex ethical issues. These roles also require strong organizational skills and the ability to build trust rapidly with new teams.

What is the difference between Contract Bioethics vs Clinical Bioethicist?

AspectContract BioethicsClinical Bioethicist
CredentialsBioethics certifications, advanced degrees in ethics or related fieldsMedical or healthcare degrees, certifications in bioethics
Work EnvironmentFreelance or temporary consulting roles, multiple organizationsHospitals, clinics, healthcare institutions
Employer & IndustryResearch institutions, law firms, healthcare organizationsHospitals, healthcare systems, academic medical centers

Contract Bioethics professionals typically work on a temporary or project basis, providing ethical guidance across various organizations. Clinical Bioethicists are employed directly within healthcare settings, focusing on patient care and ethical decision-making. While both roles require bioethics expertise, Contract Bioethics offers more flexibility and diverse projects, whereas Clinical Bioethicists are embedded in clinical environments to support patient and staff needs.

What are contract bioethics professionals?

Contract bioethics professionals are experts who provide ethical guidance and analysis on a contractual or consulting basis, rather than as full-time employees. They typically work with organizations such as hospitals, research institutions, or biotech companies to help navigate complex ethical issues related to medical research, clinical trials, patient care, and healthcare policies. Their responsibilities may include reviewing protocols, advising on informed consent, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. By working on a contract basis, they offer flexibility and specialized expertise for projects or situations that require their input.
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Infographic showing various Contract Bioethics job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 98% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 68% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 31% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,243 per year, or $38.1 per hour.
KC Assoc Professor EXT - Humanities

KC Assoc Professor EXT - Humanities

Kettering Health

Kettering, OH • On-site

Full-time

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Kettering College| Kettering| Full Time| Days

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Job Responsibilities

Kettering College Faculty position has been charged with facilitating effective learning for Kettering College Students

Description

Kettering College offers a unique religion curriculum that equips every student with a minor in spiritual care. Education in ethics is an essential part of this vision, both for the formation of the student with an ethical character and for the practice of contextually informed ethical decisions in care. Based on these goals, we are seeking someone who is trained/studied in some/all of the following: Virtue/Narrative-based ethics, Theological Ethics, Medical/Bio-Ethics, and the relationship between Theology and Science; who can address areas of care such as: Moral Injury and Moral Distress; and has training or interest in Clinical Pastoral Education.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Kettering College seeks a full-time (extended contract - includes a summer session) faculty member for the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences.  The selected individual will be qualified to teach undergraduate/graduate courses in clinical ethics and bioethics, spiritual care, and SDA fundamental beliefs. The selected individual will participate in campus life other duties assigned by the department chair.  S/he will engage in in-person and online instruction and work closely with fellow teachers to ensure instructional quality.

Qualifications 
  • A doctoral degree in theology, biblical studies, and/or ethics is preferred. Doctoral candidates and MA in Religious or Theological studies may also apply.
  • A Master's degree in theology, biblical studies, and/or ethics is required.
  • At least a minor in ethics is preferred.
  • Clinical pastoral education is preferred.
  • Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
Submission of Required Materials

Because Kettering College is a faith-based institution, the ideal candidate will also be active in their local and faith communities.  It is expected that each applicant will provide a statement of faith regarding how their faith would affect their position as a faculty member within the department.

  • Applicants will only be able to submit a C.V. when filling out the official application online. 
  • In order to complete your application, please also submit the following documents as PDFs to: Cory.Wetterlin@kc.edu
    • Cover Letter
    • CV/Resume (Include contact information for three professional references)
    • Teaching Philosophy
    • Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (we will ask for official copies later)
    • Statement of faith explaining how the applicant's faith would influence their position as a faculty member and within the department and their interactions with students.
Overview

Kettering College is a faith-based institution of higher education located in Kettering, Ohio, owned by Kettering Health and chartered by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Since its founding in 1967, the College has grown into a leader in health sciences education, offering undergraduate and graduate programs through the doctoral level. Rooted in an Adventist commitment to whole-person care, Kettering College prepares students to serve with competence, compassion, and integrity. Its mission comes to life each day through innovative teaching, hands-on clinical partnerships, and a focus on developing healthcare professionals who view service as a life calling and health as harmony of body, mind, and spirit.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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