Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant

R-0002589
Joplin Campus

Job Type:
Staff

Job Description:

Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant as full-time staff to prepare prosections, set up the laboratory for teaching, help in exam setup, coordinate, maintain, and supervise students engaged in Human Anatomy laboratory learning activities. The staff member shall have the responsibility of assisting the CDM anatomist in teaching activities and associated laboratory sessions, primarily for dental students. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the CDM anatomist, prepare anatomical specimens for instruction, assist in the logistics of instruction and evaluation, provide laboratory support in gross anatomy laboratories, assist with research activities, and perform other duties as assigned. The incumbent must be a motivated and engaged individual who is excited to contribute to an innovative and dynamic dental education program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare prosections and assist with cadaveric dissection for teaching
• Set up laboratory specimens and accompanying teaching tools for laboratory sessions, practical exams, exam reviews, and other events
• Work closely with the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences and Lab Manager to coordinate gross anatomy lab usage
• Grade assignments, quizzes, practicals/exams, remediations, and other assessments in collaboration with the CDM anatomist
• Proctor laboratory practical exams and clean up afterwards
• Supervise/carry out the physical set-up and preparation of equipment and materials needed for anatomy labs, as well as return equipment and materials to storage and related clean-up tasks
• Maintain consistent schedule of arriving and being present at least thirty minutes prior to class and/or lab
• Assist the CDM anatomist in developing course and research project materials
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and processing
• Assist with research conduct and documentation, and in writing research reports
• Documentation development, searching, retrieving, and synthesizing literature, record-keeping, and report preparation
• Other duties may be assigned in accordance with curricular objectives, learning outcomes, and research-related needs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college in a life science field
• Applicant must have completed two semesters of Anatomy or equivalent science courses plus have hands-on experience in a cadaver lab in a similar position
• Experience in human body dissection and knowledge of medical terminology
• Proficiency in use of the Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines reliably
• Able to pay keen attention to details
• Strong academic background in biology, including the specific discipline of human anatomy, and good technical dissection skills
• In-depth knowledge of the prevention of occupational hazards and laboratory safety
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Photoshop and graphic software mastery
• Statistical analysis experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.

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About Kansas City University

Founded in 1916, Kansas City University (KCU) is a fully accredited, private not-for-private health sciences university with Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Biosciences and Dental Medicine, and campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, Mo. The College of Osteopathic Medicine is the fourth-largest medical school in the U.S. and the leading producer of physicians in Missouri. It ranks #1 for producing physicians who practice in primary care, rural areas and underserved regions in the state. KCU's Center for Population Health and Equity addresses the variables that affect a population’s health and contribute to health disparities, while better preparing students for professional practice. KCU offers doctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, dental medicine and clinical psychology and a master’s degree in biomedical sciences. Dual degree offerings include master’s degrees in business administration in health care leadership, public health, and bioethics. A new Master of Health Sciences - Anesthesiologist Assistant program is scheduled to launch in January 2026.