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McHenry County College

Tutor - Pool

Crystal Lake, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Familiarity with assisting students in Cadaver Lab * ECE: Familiarity with assisting students in observations * WRITING: Familiarity with APA, MLA, and Chicago Style * MATH: Familiarity with TI-83 ...

Albanymed

Didactic PA Faculty

Albany, NY · On-site

$99K - $134K/yr

Students have access to a cadaver lab, medical library, and advanced simulation center (Patient Safety and Clinical Competency Center, or PSCCC). Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health ...

Uofl

$23.66/hr

Maintain contact and provide support with cadaver lab offices to ensure reservations and specimens ordered. Coordinate and direct AAGL cadaver courses for MIS division. * May direct the work of other ...

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Earlton, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Glenmont, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Berne, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Latham, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

East Greenbush, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Rensselaer, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Slingerlands, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Valatie, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Ravena, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Kinderhook, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Clarksville, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Altamont, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Wynantskill, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

Albany Med Health System

Rhinologist

Colonie, NY · On-site

$348K - $444K/yr

The department hosts a highly regarded annual sinus course supported by a nationally recognized cadaver lab. You'll also have access to a modern simulation center for training and education.

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A Cadaver Lab job involves working in a laboratory where human cadavers are used for medical education, research, and training. Responsibilities may include preparing specimens, maintaining lab cleanliness, assisting students or professionals during dissections, and ensuring proper handling of human remains. These roles are common in medical schools, research institutions, and surgical training facilities. It requires attention to detail, respect for ethical guidelines, and comfort working with human anatomy.

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Daily responsibilities in a Cadaver Lab often include preparing cadaver specimens for dissection or study, maintaining proper storage and documentation, and ensuring all equipment and safety protocols are followed. Staff also assist students, faculty, or researchers during labs by setting up materials, answering anatomical questions, and properly disposing of biological waste. Collaboration with educators and other lab personnel is common to ensure that instructional and research needs are met efficiently. This hands-on, detail-oriented role is essential to providing a safe and effective learning environment.

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To thrive in a Cadaver Lab role, you need a solid background in human anatomy, laboratory safety protocols, and often a relevant degree in biology or a health science field. Familiarity with dissection tools, laboratory equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA or bloodborne pathogen training is typically required. Attention to detail, respect for specimens, and strong organizational skills are vital soft skills for maintaining lab integrity and supporting educational or research activities. These skills ensure accurate, safe handling of materials and contribute to the educational or scientific objectives of the lab.

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To become a cadaver lab technician, candidates typically need a background in biology, anatomy, or a related field, often requiring an associate's or bachelor's degree. Relevant skills include knowledge of human anatomy, dissection techniques, and proper safety protocols; certifications in CPR or hazardous materials handling can be beneficial. Experience working in medical or educational environments is also valuable for this role.

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Adjunct Instructor - Basic Sciences

Samuel Merritt University

Oakland, CA • On-site

$600 - $8.0K/mo

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description:
Job Description Summary:
The Basic Sciences Department at Samuel Merritt University (SMU) in Oakland, California is seeking qualified candidates to teach in the human anatomy cadaver lab for multiple graduate-level programs.
The University
Samuel Merritt University (SMU) has a long history of educating highly skilled and compassionate health professionals who positively transform the experience of care in diverse communities. The University has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to build and maintain a welcoming and supportive campus environment and affirm diversity as an educational imperative to achieving excellence. The Basic Sciences Department provides excellent instructors for the basic science courses required in our programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Part-time/ Adjuvant Anatomist Responsibilities: The applicant must be able to teach graduate/medical school-level anatomy courses. Here is a list of key responsibilities.
  • Assist with teaching the laboratory lower extremity cadaveric dissection-based anatomy labs to podiatric medical students
  • Assist with teaching cadaveric prosection-based anatomy labs to Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy students
  • Completely dissect two cadavers in preparation for the prosection-based courses
  • Assist in curricular preparation and laboratory course administration for anatomy courses
  • Contribute to student learning, growth, and advancement.
  • Maintain a growth mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and being flexible to teach different anatomy course content for different learner cohorts as needed.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of self-efficacy, being held accountable for learner outcomes, and advocate for learners to succeed and excel.
  • Invest in the learners' well-being, health, and safety, physically, socially, and emotionally.

Education and/or Experience:
  • Applicant must have a minimum of a Master's degree in either Anatomy or a closely related discipline. Individuals with experience teaching graduate and medical school level is preferred.
  • At least two years of experience teaching cadaveric anatomy

Timeline: Application reviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For additional information please contact:
Mary Premenko-Lanier, PhD
Associate Professor and Interim, Co-Chair
Basic Sciences Department
Samuel Merritt University
mpremenko-lanier@samuelmerritt.edu
The University has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to build a welcoming and supportive campus environment and acknowledge that diversity is an educational imperative to achieve excellence.
Employee Status:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Time Type:
Part timeJob Shift:
Pay Range:
Based on teaching assignment, a reasonable estimate for this position is between $600 - $8000.
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.

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