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The Anatomy & Physiology LaboratoryInstructor & Cadaver Lab Manager serves primarily as aninstructor for undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology laboratories, demonstrating excellence in laboratory teaching, student mentoring, and service to the University community. Secondarily, the role oversees cadaver laboratory operations in compliance with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Tissue Compliance Officer requirements, including AMSNY applications, cadaveric specimen acquisition, and the ethical, safe, and compliant management of cadavers used for anatomical instruction.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

This position primarily serves as an instructor in undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology laboratories, with a strong emphasis on excellence in laboratory teaching, student mentoring, and service to the University community. The successful candidate will employ inclusive, innovative, and high-impact pedagogical practices to promote student success, including curriculum development, project-based learning (PBL), and the effective use of instructional technologies such as Anatomage Tables and cadaver-based learning. In addition to instructional responsibilities, the position holds secondary responsibility for managing cadaver laboratory operations in full compliance with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) regulations.

• Teach multiple sections per academic year of undergraduate Anatomy & Physiology laboratory courses using innovative, student-centered instructional approaches, including Anatomage Tables and cadaver-based instruction.
• Demonstrate excellence in undergraduate laboratory teaching, mentoring of students and peer tutors, and service to the University community.
• Develop, implement, and assess laboratory curriculum that supports student engagement, inclusivity, and academic success.
• Serve as NYSDOH Tissue Compliance Officer and Cadaver Lab Compliance Officer for the cadaver lab, maintaining accurate records of cadaver use and all required regulatory documentation.
• Manage all aspects of cadaver laboratory operations, including cadaveric specimen ordering, preparation, handling, storage, and disposition.
• Oversee laboratory maintenance and safety, including specimen and lab cleaning before and after use, inventory of supplies and equipment, and compliance with HVAC, environmental health, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate cadaver lab scheduling and utilization to support instructional needs and institutional priorities.
• Hire, train, and supervise prosection team members and other relevant laboratory personnel.

• Prior experience teaching Anatomy & Physiology laboratory coursework.
• A strong, demonstrated commitment to excellence in laboratory teaching for a diverse population of undergraduate pre-professional health science and healthcare students.
• Strong anatomical knowledge, with a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy essential for guiding students during dissection.
• Proficiency in dissection techniques and proper handling of anatomical tools.
• Demonstrated ability to implement inclusive, student-centered instructional practices that promote engagement and academic success.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage laboratory activities, schedules, and instructional resources.
• Attention to detail in cadaver preparation, lab maintenance, and compliance with safety protocols.
• Ability to adhere to and enforce strict safety, ethical, and biohazard protocols in laboratory environments.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including explaining anatomical structures clearly and addressing student questions.
• Professionalism and ethical integrity, including respectful handling of cadavers and adherence to donor privacy guidelines.

• Experience teaching with cadaver-based instruction and/or advanced anatomical visualization technologies (e.g., Anatomage Tables).
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement of Anatomy & Physiology laboratory courses.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students, peer tutors, or instructional assistants in laboratory settings.
• Familiarity with or prior responsibility for cadaver laboratory management, including specimen handling, inventory, and regulatory documentation.
• Knowledge of or experience with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) tissue bank or cadaver laboratory compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing high-impact pedagogical practices, such as project-based learning (PBL), to promote student success.

• Applicants are required to have already graduated with a Masters in a Biomedical Sciences program or higher, or hold a D.Sc., D.P. T., D.C., D.O., M.D., Ph.D., or other degrees with a focus in teaching human anatomy.
• Applicants are preferred to hold a certification in cadaver dissection, or M.S. degrees in Human Anatomy that involve rigorous, in-depth, hands-on cadaver dissection as a core requirement of their curriculum.

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New YorkCity area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latin students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.