POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW POSITION in NY, NY for Columbia University, Division of Ethics

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP POSITION

The Division of Ethics in the Department of Medical Humanities and Ethics at Columbia University is pleased to invite applications for a postdoctoral fellow whose research addresses health equity and ethical and social dimensions emerging technologies (eg artificial intelligence, machine learning, genomics, precision medicine, neurotechnologies). We are particularly interested in researchers engaged in innovative, interdisciplinary research at the intersections of team science, ethics, and translational science, and who have experience in empirical research methods. Researchers who are underrepresented in academic medicine and whose research focuses on the experiences of historically marginalized communities, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The postdoctoral fellow will work with the Chief of the Ethics Division, Sandra Soo-Jin Lee, on projects focused on team science and health equity, including a multi-institutional study “Leadership in the Equitable and Ethical Design (LEED) of Science and Engineering”, funded by an award from the National Science Foundation’s Ethical and Responsible Research Program. In these projects, the Fellow will be responsible for conducting interviews for case studies, leading data analysis, and writing manuscripts. We welcome applicants who have completed their doctorate in the social sciences, humanities, public health, or related fields, and who have a solid foundation in research methods.

The fellow will have the opportunity to participate in the programming and teaching of the Division and to collaborate with researchers at the Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research and more broadly at Columbia University. This twelve-month appointment includes salary, health benefits and office space, and can be renewed for a second year. Salary is commensurate with experience; the range is $62,000 to $68,000 per year. The start date for this position is flexible but must begin before July 1, 2023. Please note that US citizens and other nationals are eligible to apply.

We will continue to review applications for this position on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit the following:

• Cover letter (not to exceed one page) which briefly summarizes your qualifications and your interest in the position.
• Research statement (not to exceed three pages) describing your research in health equity, team science, and/or bioethics, your approach to diversity and inclusion, and how the fellowship would advance your career goals.
• Curriculum vitae
• Example of written expression (not to exceed 25 pages)
• Three references. Names and contact details of those who can evaluate your scientific work.

Applications and questions should be sent to:

Rachel Yarmolinsky, Senior Director, Ethics Division

E-mail: [email protected]