Anatomy Lab Assistant (OT)

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction (CO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University seeks an Anatomy Lab Assistant (Part Time) to support faculty in donor body dissections and specimen preparation for hands-on learning. The role requires maintaining lab safety, organizing materials, and assisting students with questions and model handling.

Responsibilities include preparing lab spaces, equipment, and specimens for instructional activities while upholding lab policies and professional conduct in a respectful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of human anatomy.
• Ability to accurately identify anatomical structures and explain basic concepts to students.
• Thorough attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional, respectful, and dependable.
• Commitment to maintaining anatomy lab safety and professionalism.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist with donor body dissection and specimen preparation.
• Help prepare laboratory materials, specimens, and equipment for instructional activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient lab space.
• Ensure lab policies and protocols are being followed by students.
• Support student learning by answering questions and providing support.
• Help maintain and manage anatomical models.
• Assist with proper handling and storage of anatomical specimens.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Dissection assistance

Lab safety

Student support

Organizational skills

Job description

## Anatomy Lab Assistant (OT)Apply: CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO: Part time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR100370**FLSA Status:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE**At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. ***Colorado Mesa University Core Values*** **Love -**Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others **Dignity -**Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill **Courage -**Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities **Humility -**Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others **Resiliency -**Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity **Curiosity -**Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown **Power -**The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals**JOB DESCRIPTION**The Anatomy Lab Assistant will support anatomy faculty in providing a safe, effective, and professional learning environment for students. This position will be responsible for assisting with donor body dissections and specimen preparation to support active student learning in the laboratory. Responsibilities will include:-Assist with donor body dissection and specimen preparation-Help prepare laboratory materials, specimens, and equipment for instructional activities-Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient lab space-Ensure lab policies and protocols are being followed by students-Support student learning by answering questions and providing support-Help maintain and manage anatomical models-Assist with proper handling and storage of anatomical specimensDesired qualifications include:-Strong knowledge of human anatomy-Ability to accurately identify anatomical structures and explain basic concepts to students-Thorough attention to detail and commitment to accuracy-Excellent organizational and time-management skills-Professional, respectful, and dependable-Commitment to maintaining anatomy lab safety and professionalism-Demonstrates a growth mindset and openness to feedback*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* **DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.****HOW TO APPLY:**Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:* Cover letter (Optional)* Resume