Anatomy Coordinator and Technician

Date Posted: 09/23/2024
Req ID: 39813
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Division of Anatomy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00042177

Description:

About us:

Home to over 40 departments and institutes, the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine lies at the heart of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network and is a global leader in ground-breaking research and education, spanning clinical medicine, basic science and the rehabilitation sciences sectors.

Your opportunity:

The Division of Anatomy in the Department of Surgery, does world-class research and innovative teaching. The Division has research strengths in regenerative medicine, neuroscience and clinical anatomy incorporating the latest technologies and methodologies to address the fundamental biology of cells and systems. Our foundational anatomical and science teaching is focused on excellence and innovation. Over 3000 students participate in our programs each year from undergraduate, graduate and health care professional programs. We have exceptional state-of-the-art laboratory facilities that offer hands on learning opportunities using human cadaveric specimens generously donated to our Willed Body Program, which is one of the largest body donation programs in Canada. Overall, the robust research and teaching in the Division offers an outstanding opportunity to train students in the critical understanding of body structure and function.

The role of Anatomy Coordinator and Technician provides both administrative and laboratory support for the Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery. Serving as a hybrid resource, you will be the main administrator for Body Donation Program inquiries and processing and you will assist with the preparation and maintenance of human anatomical specimens for teaching labs, research and display in Grant’s Museum in the Division of Anatomy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• In collaboration with staff and course instructors and according to course schedules, setting up and maintaining teaching labs and aiding in the set-up of examinations
• Performing embalming, dissection and plastination of cadaveric anatomical specimens and demonstrating human anatomy to students and/or employees
• Providing training and/or learning opportunities on lab protocols and procedures to students and staff
• Serving as the primary administrator for the body donation program, including (but not limited to) responding to inquiries, screening and processing donors, disseminating program information, determining logistics for donor programming
• Ensuring the safe handling of human material, specialized equipment and materials
• Maintaining inventory of anatomical collections, chemicals and/or apparatus within the Division
• Applying established standards when cleaning lab, rooms and equipment

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in an administrative position, ideally in a university or teaching hospital environment
• Experience working with human cadavers/prosected specimens
• Demonstrated experience serving as the first point of contact, fielding inquiries from students, staff, and faculty
• Experience with lab maintenance and record keeping, including ordering supplies and following safety protocols
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy and familiarity with embalming procedures
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Accurate record keeping skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Must be able to lift 100lbs occasionally and 20lbs frequently

Assets (Nonessential):

• Master of Science degree is considered an asset
• Knowledge of the Anatomy Act of Ontario
• Experience with prosection preparation is an asset.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Articulate
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Team player

Please note: 

• This is a term position ending in March 2026. 

Closing Date: 10/21/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Budget - Term 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:  
USW Pay Band 09 -- $66,715. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $85,319. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Recruiter: Sharon Hung

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.