MTS Level 8 - Medical Anatomy Technician - Faculty of Medicine
$73,308 to $80,512 per annum, as per CUPE 1870
The University of Prince Edward Island is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Medical Anatomy Technician to be involved in delivery of the anatomy curriculum within the UPEI Faculty of Medicine. This position will oversee and direct the daily operation of the human anatomy laboratory within the Medical Laboratories unit. The role of the Medical Anatomy Technician supports curriculum delivery to PEI learners of the regional campus of Memorial University’s medical program and plays a vital role in ensuring the proper functioning of the anatomy laboratory. The successful candidate will assist with teaching, perform dissections, manage donor material, and support the Anatomical Gift Program, while ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of the human anatomy laboratory, ensuring a safe, clean, and functional learning environment
- Assist academic and clinical faculty in delivering curriculum content through practical, hands-on support within laboratory sessions with medical learners
- Perform dissections of human anatomical specimens
- Set up and prepare laboratory sessions for students, ensuring the proper handling of materials and equipment
- Support the Anatomical Gift Program, including the safe preparation, storage, and tracking of donated human anatomy specimens, while ensuring strict confidentiality
- Support and collaborate with the Manager of Medical Laboratories in administering the Anatomical Gift Program
- Maintain and organize equipment and resources required for lab sessions and ensure all materials are properly stored and inventoried
- Communicate effectively with academic and clinical faculty, staff, and Anatomical Gift donor families in a sensitive and respectful manner
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science in appropriate discipline
- Four (4) years or more experience in a laboratory setting with thorough knowledge of laboratory safety, including the handling of hazardous materials
- A Master’s degree is an asset
- Experience with anatomical specimens and dissection of tissues
- Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets and web searches are essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and time management abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Ability to handle sensitive situations and materials, with a high level of ethical integrity and confidentiality
- Experience working in a medical or academic learning environment is an asset
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
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