How to Apply
Applicants must submit a current resume with a brief cover letter that includes the following information:
- Availability for the semester for which they are applying
- A list of BIO lab courses they have completed at UM-Flint or equivalent courses from a different institution
Contact information for a Biology faculty member who is recommending them
Job Summary
The Biology Department at the University of Michigan-Flint is looking for students to serve as Lab Assistants for Gross Anatomy open lab sessions. Gross Anatomy Open Lab Assistants are responsible for monitoring the lab and ensuring the safety of students and cadavers during open lab review times. Dissections are not allowed. Additionally, they help maintain the integrity of the cadavers and cleanliness of the Gross Anatomy Lab. Gross Anatomy Open Lab Assistants will work weekly schedules based on the open lab schedule, which is determined by respective programs each semester. The courses associated with this position are BIO 510, BIO 511, and BIO 634. Each position is filled on a per semester basis. The Gross Anatomy Lab Assistant reports to the Laboratory Supervisor and schedules for this position will be determined upon hire.
Responsibilities*
The primary responsibility of the Gross Anatomy Open Lab Assistant is to oversee and monitor the Gross Anatomy lab while students utilize the cadavers and/or models to review their lab course content. This includes recording attendance for the open lab session, ensuring proper storage and maintenance of cadaver specimens, and ensuring that models and equipment are stored appropriately. This position does not participate in any tutoring or instructional activities.
In addition, all Gross Anatomy Open Lab Assistants are expected to:
- Know locations and appropriate usage of all safety equipment
- Follow all departmental safety rules, including lab incident reporting
- Ensure good housekeeping during the open lab by doing the following:
- Checking for sufficient quantities of consumable materials
- Making sure that there are no sharps in trash cans
- Filling paper towels and soap dispensers
- Filling cadaver related solution bottles
- Wiping tables, benchtops, and AV equipment
- Reporting any broken equipment to the appropriate Lab Supervisor
- Assist with end of semester cadaver packing
Required Qualifications*
- Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint student or graduated within the last 6 months
- A demonstrated ability to apply laboratory safety rules
- Recommendation by a Biology Laboratory instructor and/or staff
- Interest in gaining Gross Anatomy or Mortuary experience
Desired Qualifications*
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise in the lab
- Prior experience working with human cadaver specimens
Modes of Work
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.