The Scottish Council on
Human Bioethics
An independent charitable organisation composed of professionals from various disciplines associated with medical ethics.
Seeks to engage in current ethical issues in biomedicine, especially those of particular concern within Scotland, and to provide a Scottish voice on the international scene.
The site contains a range of material relating to human bioethics, which can be used as a resource for those with an interest in healthcare, education, discussion and politics.
SCHB Courses
The SCHB is now offering the following courses both abroad and in the UK:
The New Bioethics:
A Multidisciplinary Journal of Biotechnology and the Body
Print ISSN: 2050-2877 Online ISSN: 2050-2885 (4 issues per year)
The New Bioethics seeks to reclaim bioethics as a diverse and multidisciplinary project. It provides a space for dialogue between different perspectives on biotechnology and offers the chance to find new kinds of common ground.
Find out more at Taylor & Francis
Job Vacancy: Part-time Senior Researcher in Biomedical Ethics Required
The Scottish Council on Human Bioethics is looking for a self-motivated individual, based in Scotland, and educated to at least a Master’s Degree (or with equivalent experience of research), willing to undertake research as directed by the SCHB.
Further information can be obtained here
Applications to be submitted before the 29th of February 2024.