The Center of Clinical Ethics in Cancer Care at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking applicants for our full-time, two-year fellowship. The Center of Clinical Ethics in Cancer Care provides clinical ethics or research consultations, academic research, and policy development for all of MD Anderson Cancer Center, including regional, national, and international affiliates.

Fellowship Components

Clinical Ethics Fellows undergo a structured program training in clinical ethics consultation, focusing on documentation, data collection, and quality improvement. In addition, fellows will be able to develop an individualized plan tailored to their interests and be supported in participating in national conferences.

Fellows will be immersed in the dynamic, intense, and supportive experience of working in clinical ethics in a world-renowned hospital. After completion our fellowship aims to give you an advantage in obtaining clinical or healthcare ethics or bioethics positions in a competitive market.

Expectations

 To round in the inpatient units, outpatient centers and participate in meetings of the Clinical Ethics Consultation Committee, and various subcommittees and taskforces.
 Participation in clinical ethics consultations, family meetings, and policy development.
 Design a clinical or academic research project including three peer peer-reviewed publications.
 Contribute to national bioethics conferences, workshops, seminars, and lectures.
 Teaching medical students, residents, and staff.
Qualifications
 A terminal degree, preferences for doctorates, in an academic or professional discipline.
 Demonstrated written skills and communication skills.
 Ability to work collaboratively and independently.