Postdoctoral Associate (EXPIRED)

The Center for Population-Level Bioethics (CPLB) at Rutgers University invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral associate position, with a strong possibility of renewal for a second year. Postdoctoral associates conduct independent research in population-level bioethics, mentored by Nir Eyal, Henry Rutgers Professor of Bioethics and founder and director of CPLB, and other CPLB and Rutgers faculty members. Population-level bioethics is a branch of bioethics that focuses on population health and its distribution.

In addition to carrying out independent research, the postdoctoral associate is expected to: Pursue publication in leading peer-reviewed journals. Prepare and submit abstracts for presentation at conferences in ethics, bioethics, or related fields.

Actively participate in the life of CPLB by attending events, engaging our faculty and students in conversation, occasionally contributing to our online presence, potentially giving seminars on past research or works in progress, potentially organizing events, and potentially informally mentoring doctoral students affiliated with CPLB. Devote a portion of their time to CPLB funded projects and/or developing further applications for funding.

The position is based in New Brunswick, NJ. Remote work is allowed at the CPLB Director’s discretion, but participation in some in-person events is expected. The selected candidate is expected to start on September 1, 2024.

Applicants for the position should have completed a terminal degree in Philosophy, Political Theory, Public Health, Health Policy, Economics, Law, Medicine, or another relevant area by the position start date. A record of independent research in, or that seriously engages with issues in population-level bioethics, bioethics, applied ethics, moral philosophy, social or political philosophy is required, as is high-level ability in analytical thinking and writing, as demonstrated by a writing sample.