Anatomy Lab Specialist II, Anatomy & Neurobiology Boston, MA

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Medical Campus is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to provide specialized technical and anatomical support for Human Gross Anatomy labs. The role involves donor dissections, prosection preparation, and coordinating laboratory readiness across courses.

The position requires a master's degree in an anatomical-sciences field, training in gross anatomy and experience with whole-body dissection, plus strong organization and communication skills to work with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in anatomical-sciences field with training in human gross anatomy.
• Experience with human whole-body dissection.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple laboratory and course needs and adapt to changing schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform human donor dissections and prepare prosections.
• Coordinate laboratory preparation and technical resources.
• Support laboratory readiness across anatomy courses.
• Assist teaching staff with specimen identification and preparation.

Skills

Dissection experience

Education

Master's degree in anatomical-sciences field

Job description

Category

Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional

Salary Grade

Grade 47

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$62,600.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$64,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

The Laboratory Specialist provides specialized technical and anatomical support for Human Gross Anatomy laboratory courses administered by the Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Serving medical, dental, and graduate programs, the position performs human donor dissections, prepares prosections, coordinates laboratory preparation and technical resources, and supports laboratory readiness across courses utilizing human whole-body donors and anatomical specimens. The position applies specialized knowledge of human gross anatomy and whole-body dissection experience to prepare anatomical specimens and support technical and anatomical needs within the laboratory. Working closely with course faculty and the Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Facilitator communicates regarding donors and specimen readiness and assists teaching assistants and teaching fellows with anatomical identification and specimen preparation. A minimum of a master's degree in an anatomical-sciences related field is required, along with training in human gross anatomy and experience and proficiency in human whole-body dissection. The role requires sound judgment, strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple laboratory and course needs and adapt to changing schedules and requirements. Consistent adherence to high professional and ethical standards is essential, including respect for human donors and donor confidentiality. The role reports directly to the department chair and works closely with the department's co-vice chairs of education and course directors, who provide day-to-day guidance on course and laboratory needs.

Required Skills

Master's and 1-3 years of experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color , natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.