James A. Knight, MD Chair of Humanities and Ethics in Medicine

Description

Tulane University in New Orleans is searching for a faculty member in the School of Medicine to serve as the James A. Knight, MD Chair of Humanities and Ethics in Medicine. We are seeking a scholar in humanities, social sciences, or medicine whose work can address the ethical, legal, and/or social dimensions of medicine, health care, and health policy. We are especially interested in candidates whose teaching and research interests focus on social and cultural issues that can inform or impact medical practice and public health. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in developing interdisciplinary programs among other Tulane schools and within the community. The candidate should possess dynamic leadership skills in further developing and promoting our Masters Program in Bioethics and Medical Humanities and enhancing the curriculum in ethics for our medical students. The Chair will be expected to generate additional salary support by maintaining a clinical practice at one of our affiliated hospitals or through research grants.

 

Tulane University School of Medicine is committed to its guiding principles of respect, ethical integrity, communication, accountability, and a drive for excellence; these principles inform our recruitment and employment processes. Tulane will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities or veterans. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a terminal degree (MD, DO, or PhD) and at least five years of academic program experience. 

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a CV and a statement of career goals/interests.

 

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.   Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.