Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant
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Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant as full-time staff to prepare prosections set up the laboratory for teaching help in exam setup coordinate maintain and supervise students engaged in Human Anatomy laboratory learning activities. The staff member shall have the responsibility of assisting the CDM anatomist in teaching activities and associated laboratory sessions primarily for dental students. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the CDM anatomist prepare anatomical specimens for instruction assist in the logistics of instruction and evaluation provide laboratory support in gross anatomy laboratories assist with research activities and perform other duties as assigned. The incumbent must be a motivated and engaged individual who is excited to contribute to an innovative and dynamic dental education program.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare prosections and assist with cadaveric dissection for teaching
Set up laboratory specimens and accompanying teaching tools for laboratory sessions practical exams exam reviews and other events
Work closely with the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences and Lab Manager to coordinate gross anatomy lab usage
Grade assignments quizzes practicals/exams remediations and other assessments in collaboration with the CDM anatomist
Proctor laboratory practical exams and clean up afterwards
Supervise/carry out the physical set-up and preparation of equipment and materials needed for anatomy labs as well as return equipment and materials to storage and related clean-up tasks
Maintain consistent schedule of arriving and being present at least thirty minutes prior to class and/or lab
Assist the CDM anatomist in developing course and research project materials
Assist with data collection analysis and processing
Assist with research conduct and documentation and in writing research reports
Documentation development searching retrieving and synthesizing literature record-keeping and report preparation
Other duties may be assigned in accordance with curricular objectives learning outcomes and research-related needs
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or equivalent from a four-year college in a life science field
Applicant must have completed two semesters of Anatomy or equivalent science courses
Experience in human body dissection and knowledge of medical terminology
Proficiency in use of the Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines reliably
Able to pay keen attention to details
Strong academic background in biology including the specific discipline of human anatomy and good technical dissection skills
In-depth knowledge of the prevention of occupational hazards and laboratory safety
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in a related field
Photoshop and graphic software mastery
Statistical analysis experience
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Employment Type
Full-Time
