Anatomy Prosector and Surgical Lab Workshop Coordinator

University of New England; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Vision coverage

8% retirement match

Generous leave and holidays

Educational benefits: UNE tuition waiv

Tuition waiver for dependents

Job summary

University of New England in Portland, ME invites applications for the Anatomy Prosector and Surgical Lab Workshop Coordinator. This full-time, on-campus role supports faculty in preparing and delivering anatomical sciences at graduate/postgraduate levels and coordinates weekend CME workshops.

The position requires a BA/BS in a biomedical science with anatomy lab experience, strong organizational and teaching skills, and the ability to manage labs and dissection activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science with anatomy lab experience or equivalent.
• Prior experience in anatomical dissection or instruction.
• Understanding of radiographic imaging preferred.
• Knowledge of Adobe image management tools helpful.
• Experience maintaining scientific records to support publications.
• Strong organizational skills and labs management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Attention to detail in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prosecting anatomical specimens for body donor lab, documentation, and workshops.
• Coordinate weekend CME workshops through the Anatomy section of COM.
• Lead small student groups in dissections and provide remediation as needed.
• Maintain the Anatomical Donor Program, including tissue procurement and Thiel embalming.
• Operate and maintain the C-arm fluoroscope for workshops and classes.
• Attend weekly anatomy planning meetings and participate in curriculum delivery.
• Assist in research activities in the anatomy lab.
• Support in photography, delivery, and grading of OCS Donor Exam.
• Contribute to SOPs, schedules, and inventory management in the lab.

Skills

Anatomy dissection experience

Laboratory management

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation & prioritization

Attention to detail

Academic collaboration

Dissection instruction

Spatial awareness of anatomy imaging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science with anatomy lab experience

Tools

Adobe image management tools

Job description

Anatomy Prosector and Surgical Lab Workshop Coordinator

Position Title Anatomy Prosector and Surgical Lab Workshop Coordinator

Employment Status

Employment Status Full Time

Months

Months 12

Campus

Campus Portland, ME

Description

The Anatomy Prosector and Surgical Lab Workshop Coordinator supports faculty in the preparation and delivery of anatomical sciences at the graduate and postgraduate levels and assists in coordinating weekend workshops for Continuing Medical Education. The salary range for this position is $53,000–$58,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

About the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
The University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine ( UNE COM ), Maine’s only medical school, is located on the scenic southern coast of Maine, just 90 minutes north of Boston. UNE COM is dedicated to educating primary care physicians who serve both New England and the nation, and is the leading provider of physicians for the State of Maine. Our faculty and administration are deeply committed to delivering innovative, student-centered curricula that prepare future physicians to meet the evolving needs of healthcare.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
• Educational benefits:
  • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
  • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
    • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
• Serve as Anatomy Prosector for the Anatomy Program in the College of Osteopathic Medicine ( COM ).
• Serve as Surgical Workshop Coordinator for Continuing Medical Education courses scheduled through the Anatomy section of the COM Biomedical Sciences Department (primarily weekend workshops).
• Participate in the delivery of the Anatomy for Musculoskeletal Medicine Residency Workshop at the University of New England and Maine Medical Center.
• Assist with maintaining the Anatomical Donor Program, including fresh tissue procurement and Thiel embalming.
• Perform prosection of anatomical specimens for the body donor laboratory, photographic documentation, and workshops.
• Attend weekly anatomy discipline planning meetings.
• Operate and maintain the C-arm fluoroscope for workshop and classroom activities.
• Attend anatomy laboratory class sessions for the Osteopathic Clinical Skills ( OCS ) course and weekly course meetings as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist in the construction, delivery, photography, and grading of the OCS Donor Exam.
• Lead small groups of students in the dissection of anatomical specimens.
• Provide remediation support for medical students in the anatomical sciences as needed.
• Assist in research activities conducted in the anatomy laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a biomedical science discipline with anatomy laboratory experience, or a combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills.

• Prior experience in anatomical dissection or instruction.
• Understanding of radiographic imaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of, or experience using, Adobe programs for image management is helpful.
• Experience maintaining scientific records suitable to support publications and patent applications.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience in laboratory management, including but not limited to writing standard operating procedures, maintaining work schedules, ordering supplies, and managing inventories, is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to assess situations, anticipate alternate outcomes, and prepare appropriate responses.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate self-motivation, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and a careful approach to all tasks.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $58,000

Posting Number

Posting Number 2022PS0742P

Open Date

Open Date 01/02/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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