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Postdoctoral Associate in Psychedelic Ethics and Policy Baylor College of Medicine in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
Full-time, two-year postdoctoral associate position with a salary range of $63,480 to $70,000. The role contributes to funded interdisciplinary research projects and includes mentorship and professional development.
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United States
University
Baylor College of Medicine

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Postdoctoral Associate in Psychedelic Ethics and Policy at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, Texas, United States).
The Ethical Legal Implications of Psychedelics in Society (ELIPSIS) Program in the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy invites applications for a full-time, two-year postdoctoral associate position. The role is designed for scholars interested in bioethics, medical ethics, health policy, law, philosophy, psychology, sociology, anthropology, neuroscience, and related interdisciplinary fields.
The postdoctoral researcher will work directly with Dr. Amy McGuire and a multidisciplinary team on empirical and normative research about the ethical, legal, social, and policy issues surrounding psychedelic therapies. Responsibilities include qualitative, quantitative, conceptual, or mixed-methods research; manuscript writing; conference presentations; policy recommendations; educational resources; grant development; and mentoring/educational activities.
Funding details: the position is salaried at $63,480–$70,000 and is described as a funded research role. The post is onsite only and located in Houston, Texas.
Eligibility highlights: applicants must have an MD or PhD in a basic science, health science, or related field. Preferred backgrounds include doctoral training in bioethics, philosophy, law, public health, health policy, medicine, psychology, sociology, anthropology, neuroscience, the humanities, or science and technology studies. Experience with qualitative, quantitative, normative, legal, or mixed-methods research is preferred.
Application materials: cover letter, CV, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references. The position is expected to begin in Summer 2027; applicants completing terminal degrees in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 are encouraged to apply.
More information about the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy is available at the Baylor website.
Funding details
Full-time, two-year postdoctoral associate position with a salary range of $63,480 to $70,000. The role contributes to funded interdisciplinary research projects and includes mentorship and professional development.
What's required
Applicants must hold an MD or PhD in a basic science, health science, or related field. Preferred qualifications include an MD, JD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in bioethics, philosophy, law, public health, health policy, medicine, psychology, sociology, anthropology, neuroscience, the humanities, science and technology studies, or another relevant discipline. Experience with qualitative, quantitative, normative, legal, or mixed-methods research is preferred, along with exceptional analytical and written communication skills, scholarly productivity or strong publication potential, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, strong interpersonal and project-management skills, and an interest in ethics, law, science, medicine, and public policy.
How to apply
Prepare a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references. Submit the application through the Baylor College of Medicine jobs portal using the Apply/View link.
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