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Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago

Anatomy Lab Technologist

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The Ohio State University is a leading institution in education and research, and they are seeking an Anatomy Lab Technologist to manage all laboratories within the Division of Anatomy. This role involves coordinating lab activities, maintaining supplies, and ensuring the highest standards of care for anatomical materials.

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Responsibilities

Manages all laboratories within the Division of Anatomy (gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, etc.) in the Department of Biomedical Education and Anatomy within the College of Medicine

Re-stocks supplies (e.g., gloves, wetting solutions, surgical gowns)

Cleans labs (e.g., empty trash, attend to spills, wipe down countertops, straighten-up materials)

Serves as the primary point of contact for all courses and programs, having a regular presence in the labs

Coordinates the set-up of labs with faculty, undergraduate, and graduate teaching assistants, as well as programs outside the division

Coordinates all lab calendars and the scheduling of teaching sessions

Arranges and supervises the proper disposal of chemicals and biological hazards

Coordinates the deep cleaning of labs with the housekeeping manager

Directs and/or assists in the cleaning of technical equipment

Schedules maintenance of lab equipment with providers

Provides basic technical support for labs

Maintains an up-to-date list of all anatomical material prosections within the division, monitoring condition, quality, and quantity of specimens

Assists in the preparation and storage of prosections

Mixes chemicals for wetting solutions and immersion tanks

Maintains an up-to-date inventory of all lab supplies and teaching resources (e.g., laboratory manuals, specimens, and tools used in dissection/demonstration)

Coordinates ordering and receiving supplies and equipment for all teaching labs

Implements and educates students on the best health and safety practices along with the best ethical practices on the handling of human material

Upholds the highest standards of care to ensure the utmost respect of all donors

Works closely with the Anatomy Morgue Technician for lab turn-overs, preparation, and maintenance

Assists in the development of standard operating procedures

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Anatomical Services and Body Donation Program

Qualification

Laboratory SciencesBiological ScienceCustomer ServiceChemical HandlingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences or Biological Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

Must be able to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and communicate with students, faculty, and external program attendees

Position involves pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and walking

Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen