Title: Laboratory Assistant

Employee Classification: Laboratory Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

Sub Division-Department: HSC-CBTS-Office of the Dean

Department: HSC-Center for Anatomical Sciences-300590

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $17,688.00

FTE: .500000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Center for Anatomical Sciences at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is located in the prestigious Cultural District of Fort Worth, TX. Our mission is to offer exceptional educational activities and to advance research in the anatomical sciences and allied fields.

Research strengths in the Center for Anatomical Sciences include biological anthropology, evolutionary biology, forensic sciences, biomechanics/functional morphology, and histology. The Center encompasses 8,000-square-feet of anatomy laboratories that support anatomical education, research, and outreach. The Center also houses dedicated research laboratories equipped for medical imaging analysis/morphometrics, forensic anthropology, thermoregulatory studies (environmental chamber), histology, and paleontological fossil preparation.

Center for Anatomical Sciences teaches dissection and prosection-based anatomy courses to Medical, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant, and Master of Medical Science students. The Center is also home to the Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences (STARS) PhD program that prepares graduate students to join the workforce as researchers and anatomy educators.

The Center also supports numerous K-12 science outreach programs, offering summer science camps, campus tours, and in-school events that introduce students to anatomy and its relationship to medical education.

Position Overview

This position will assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. They will also participate in both teaching and research activities in the Center for Anatomical Sciences

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions
• Skill in recording and maintaining reports and details logs.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sterilization best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous gross anatomy teaching experience
• Dissection based anatomy experience

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

• Prepares laboratories for teaching or research activities.
• Cleans laboratory tools and equipment.
• Delivers supplies and laboratory specimens to designated work areas.
• Stores specimens and samples after teaching or research activities.
• Assists with teaching of gross anatomy courses.
• Assists with the set-up and proctoring of anatomy practical exams.
• Assists with anatomy-based research.
• Maintains inventory reports and logs.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.

Environmental Hazards:

• Low temperatures.

Work Schedule:

Varies

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.