Job Summary:

The department of Cell & Developmental Biology is searching for an Anatomy Prosection Manager and Instructor for the Pre-Clerkship phase of the MD Program with a start date of approximately June 1, 2024. This 1.0 FTE position serves in conjunction with other Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) faculty and staff to prepareCU's physician graduatesto be systems thinkers, who provide exemplary patient and family-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the maintenance, dissection, and preparation of 16 human cadavers utilized for educational purposes in the MD program.
• Ensure that cadavers are meticulously dissected and prepared to facilitate optimal learning experiences for students.
• Supervise and train both a full-time prosector and hourly student prosectors.
• Ensure the consistent quality of cadaver prosections through effective training and supervision methods.
• Manage recruitment, hiring, and payroll for prosection hourly workers.
• Collaborate with the Anatomy Content Director to allocate resources to MD prosection needs.
• Develop and implement sustainable continuous quality improvement processes to enhance the educational value of anatomical studies.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine offers comprehensive, lifelong, interdisciplinary learning for health care professionals. With state-of-the art laboratories for discovery and innovation, a commitment to decreasing health disparities and increasing health equity, and faculty who provide world-class clinical care at Children's Hospital Colorado and UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, the CU School of Medicine is transforming the health care landscape.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master's Degree (or higher) in anatomy or related field
• Prior working experience in human cadaver dissection experience (full body)
• Prior teaching experience in a human cadaver lab
• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the Master's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in an administrative or supervisory role.
• Human cadaver dissection experience within last 2 years.
• Human cadaver lab teaching experience within last 2 years.
• Experience teaching human cadaver anatomy in a medical program.
• Experience in medical education and curriculum development.
• Demonstrate an interest in medical student education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced Knowledge of human gross human anatomy
• Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with students, faculty, and leadership team members.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Kate Beatty, kate.beatty@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 15^th, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$72,000 to $74,000 per annum

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.