Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX, USA

Published: 4/15/2025

Full Time

Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant is responsible for providing instructional and technical support to the Department of Applied Biomedical Sciences faculty at the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM). The gross anatomy laboratories at UIWSOM are designed to support both dissection and prosection based anatomy courses for medical, allied health professional students, and internal and external workshops for educational purposes. The Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant reports to the Director of Anatomical Sciences.

Essential Functions

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols.
Demonstrated proficiency of the internal workings of an anatomical laboratory and the rules and regulations associated with the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act as it pertains to the use of cadaveric material for educational purposes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) or similar systems.
Strong communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal.
Strong critical thinking and organizational skills to be able to strategically prioritize resources necessary for program support.
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong data management skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education
Master's Degree

Required Work Experience

Successful completion of a human anatomy course that requires dissection.
Experience in computer-assisted delivery of course content to students or others.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in the anatomical science field.
Master's Degree in Anatomical Science.
Experience supervising students.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.

Work Hours
Typical Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm with occasional extended hours/weekends to meet departmental needs.

Physical Demands
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds of lab equipment.

Posting Number: AS2129PO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Staff (non-exempt)
Desired Start Date: 06/02/2025
Position End Date (if temporary):
Reports To: Director of Anatomical Sciences
Salary: $43,680 Annualized
Open Date: 04/14/2025
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/28522

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