WWAMI Anatomy Lab Assistant

University of Alaska; Alaska; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

The WWAMI School of Medical Education at UAA is in need of an Anatomy Lab Assistant. WWAMI is an MD program offered in partnership with the University of Washington School of Medicine which uses a cutting-edge Anatomy Lab at UAA—the only lab of its kind in Alaska. Using real cadavers, state-of-the-art computer imaging and 3-D models, human anatomy comes to life here for students in a range of clinical degree programs at UAA. The Anatomy Lab enriches classroom courses and is important for future health care professionals. The Lab Assistant will help Anatomy faculty with setting up and cleaning up the Anatomy labs for students and instructors. They will also assist instructors with various needs during labs and help students during open labs.

To be successful in this role, you should have excellent organizational skills, the ability to understand and execute written and verbal instructions, and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. You should possess good problem-solving skills, be reliable and dependable with a flexible schedule. We're looking for self-starters who can demonstrate the willingness and ability to adapt and learn. Some familiarity with medical equipment and/or supplies is helpful but not required. Typically, applicants are taking classes towards a healthcare-related degree program. Applicants who have already taken physiology and anatomy courses are preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Undergraduate in Health Sciences.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage. This is a part-time, temporary non-exempt staff position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary Schedule at a minimum of Grade 74, based on education and experience. The schedule for this position is flexible, depending on the needs of the lab and instructor, for up to 20 hours per week.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Carmen Mason, Faculty Affairs and Curriculum Coordinator, at [e-mail] or 907-786-6227.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.