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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) Research and Biomedical Ethics Stanford University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biology
Funding
NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship. Fellowship support includes a stipend, tuition, and health insurance, plus travel funds for one meeting per year. The expected base pay is Stanford University’s required minimum for postdoctoral scholars; FY27 minimum is $79,056.
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United States
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Stanford University
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Stanford University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is advertising an open postdoctoral fellowship with faculty sponsor Mildred Cho at the Center for Biomedical Ethics / Laurie J. Girand Center for Biomedical Ethics, Stanford University School of Medicine.
This fellowship is part of the Stanford Training Program in Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) Research and the Center for Integration of Research on Genetics and Ethics (CIRGE). The postdoctoral fellow will conduct independent research on ethical, legal, and social considerations arising from genetics and genomics, with mentorship from program faculty. Fellows join an interdisciplinary community and may gain practical experience through the Stanford Benchside Ethics Consultation Service and optional clinical ethics consultation opportunities.
Training and academic development are central to the role. Fellows have access to Stanford courses in genetics, bioethics, social science, humanities, and law, and may need formal coursework in genetics, ethics, or ELSI research methods. Mentors will help shape an individualized curriculum and career strategy, and fellows are expected to present their research in scholarly venues.
Funding: NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship with stipend, tuition, health insurance, and travel support for one meeting per year. Stanford notes the expected base pay is the university minimum for postdoctoral scholars.
Eligibility: PhD or MD required before the start date; JD or Master’s degree alone is not accepted. Only U.S. citizens, non-citizen U.S. nationals, or lawful permanent residents are eligible for funding. Candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Timing: Rolling review of applications. The preferred start date is July 1, 2026, with flexibility as late as Fall 2026.
How to apply: Submit a CV, cover letter, 1-page hypothetical research project description, and contact information for three references through Stanford’s application form.
Funding details
NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship. Fellowship support includes a stipend, tuition, and health insurance, plus travel funds for one meeting per year. The expected base pay is Stanford University’s required minimum for postdoctoral scholars; FY27 minimum is $79,056.
What's required
Applicants must have a PhD or MD before starting the fellowship; JD or Master’s degree alone is not accepted. Only U.S. citizens, non-citizen U.S. nationals, or lawful permanent residents are eligible for NIH funding. Candidates should be prepared for independent research in ethics, legal, and social issues in genetics and genomics, and may need formal coursework in genetics, ethics, or ELSI research methods. A COVID-19 vaccination requirement applies unless a medical or religious accommodation is granted.
How to apply
Prepare a CV, cover letter explaining your interest, a 1-page hypothetical research project description, and contact information for three references. Submit the application through Stanford’s Smartsheet application form.
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