Anatomy Lab Manager, DCOM

Lincoln Memorial University; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine seeks an Anatomy Lab Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Gross Anatomy Lab and related facilities under the Anatomy Department.

You will supervise tissue handling areas, coordinate with campus safety and housekeeping, manage inventory, and support educational activities for medical students and faculty while ensuring safety, compliance, and a conducive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Five or more years experience in college based medical student education.

Responsibilities

• promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large
• promote effective working relationships among LMU faculty, staff, students and the general public
• oversee on-site fresh, embalmed and plastinated tissue
• assist with the procurement of donors from other procurement agencies, utilization parameters, disposal and record keeping
• maintain day to day supervisory responsibility for the Gross Anatomy Lab and associated areas (anatomy lab, morgue, tissue prep room and model room), and DCOM building
• assist with student projects in the Gross Anatomy labs and plastination facility
• ensure rules and regulations pertaining to laboratory safety and security are strictly adhered to by faculty, staff and students in all aspects of the Anatomy Department facilities
• coordinate with the campus safety officer on rules, regulations, record keeping and storage of chemicals among all facilities associated with the DCOM Anatomy Department
• coordinate with the house keeping supervisor monthly on the scheduled cleaning of all laboratories and facilities
• oversee the supply lists and maintenance among all associated laboratories, included but not limited to; equipment, instruments, tools, technology and PPE supplies
• oversee safety and security checklists and performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment
• assure the observance of quality control management
• assure that students understand the proper care for the anatomical donors and the importance of a quality work environment
• assurance of ready access to faculty and students to any materials or equipment properly requested
• oversee the anatomy assistant with maintenance and internal control of wet specimens, models, and plastinated specimens
• oversee the anatomy assistant in all aspects of his/her job duties
• oversee the anatomy assistant on setup and design of fresh tissue and clinical skills workshops
• maintain the internal scheduling of all laboratory facilities outside of regular teaching schedules
• for example clinical workshops and special presentation workshops under the direction and supervision of anatomy faculty
• work closely with the Administrative Assistant on lab needs
• Advisory management role with the Anatomical Donation Program
• Advises the Anatomical Donation Program Coordinator and Executive Director on the operations of the ADP
• collaborate with the Director of Lab facilities, Lab Managers and Anatomy Assistants on the main campus and additional locations to ensure safe and positive learning environment
• maintain monthly inventory
• coordinate with the anatomy department chairperson regarding rules, regulations, record keeping and compliance associated with the anatomy department
• coordinate day to day usage and responsibilities of the anatomy lab areas
• assure faculty, students and fellows adhere to proper care of the anatomy facilities and work environment
• participate on university committees
• answer incoming calls, greeting callers, providing information, transferring calls and/or taking message as necessary
• complete required institutional and program accreditation reports and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of the University
• other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Anatomy Lab Facilities Manager for the Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine is responsible for the day to day management of the location facilities under the supervision of the DCOM Anatomy Department.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma; *Five (5) or more years experience in college based medical student education.

Job Duties

• promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large
• promote effective working relationships among LMU faculty, staff, students and the general public
• oversee on-site fresh, embalmed and plastinated tissue
• assist with the procurement of donors from other procurement agencies, utilization parameters, disposal and record keeping
• maintain day to day supervisory responsibility for the Gross Anatomy Lab and associated areas (anatomy lab, morgue, tissue prep room and model room), and DCOM building
• assist with student projects in the Gross Anatomy labs and plastination facility
• ensure rules and regulations pertaining to laboratory safety and security are strictly adhered to by faculty, staff and students in all aspects of the Anatomy Department facilities
• coordinate with the campus safety officer on rules, regulations, record keeping and storage of chemicals among all facilities associated with the DCOM Anatomy Department
• coordinate with the house keeping supervisor monthly on the scheduled cleaning of all laboratories and facilities
• oversee the supply lists and maintenance among all associated laboratories, included but not limited to; equipment, instruments, tools, technology and PPE supplies
• oversee safety and security checklists and performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment
• assure the observance of quality control management
• assure that students understand the proper care for the anatomical donors and the importance of a quality work environment
• assurance of ready access to faculty and students to any materials or equipment properly requested
• oversee the anatomy assistant with maintenance and internal control of wet specimens, models, and plastinated specimens
• oversee the anatomy assistant in all aspects of his/her job duties
• oversee the anatomy assistant on setup and design of fresh tissue and clinical skills workshops
• maintain the internal scheduling of all laboratory facilities outside of regular teaching schedules
• for example clinical workshops and special presentation workshops under the direction and supervision of anatomy faculty
• work closely with the Administrative Assistant on lab needs
• Advisory management role with the Anatomical Donation Program
• Advises the Anatomical Donation Program Coordinator and Executive Director on the operations of the ADP
• collaborate with the Director of Lab facilities, Lab Managers and Anatomy Assistants on the main campus and additional locations to ensure safe and positive learning environment
• maintain monthly inventory
• coordinate with the anatomy department chairperson regarding rules, regulations, record keeping and compliance associated with the anatomy department
• coordinate day to day usage and responsibilities of the anatomy lab areas
• assure faculty, students and fellows adhere to proper care of the anatomy facilities and work environment
• participate on university committees
• answer incoming calls, greeting callers, providing information, transferring calls and/or taking message as necessary
• complete required institutional and program accreditation reports and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of the University
• other duties as assigned

Posting Number

S05482P

Job Open Date

10/01/2026

Job Close Date

03/31/2027

Open Until Filled

No

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

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The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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