Anatomy Curriculum Support Specialist

About the Job

Position Overview:

The University of Minnesota Medical School CentraCare Regional Campus St. Cloud is seeking an Anatomy Educator who will provide specialized instructional, operational, and technical support for anatomy education to medical students at the St. Cloud Regional Campus. The qualified candidate will also contribute to select campus-based curricular operations. Reporting to the Head of Anatomy at St. Cloud, and working closely with the Regional Campus Manager, foundational science faculty, course directors, and campus leadership, this role ensures high-quality delivery of anatomy instruction and laboratory experiences for medical students. The position requires advanced knowledge of human anatomy and laboratory-based medical education, supporting cadaveric and prosection-based teaching, plastinated and model-based learning, radiologic integration, specimen preparation and stewardship, learner support, and maintenance of a safe, effective lab environment.

In addition, the role will support regional curricular operations aligned with preclinical delivery and anatomy-related logistics. Responsibilities include assisting with student group coordination, course logistics, select educational technology functions, and local implementation of curricular activities. This position is designed for an individual with advanced anatomy training who can function as both an educator and a reliable operational partner within a regional campus model.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

80% Anatomy Education

• Instructional Support & Curriculum Delivery: Support the delivery of anatomy education through cadaveric dissection, prosection-based teaching, plastinated specimen use, anatomical models, and other laboratory modalities. Facilitate small-group anatomy learning sessions and support integration of anatomy with clinical cases, imaging, and foundational science instruction.
• Learner Engagement & Educational Facilitation: Provide direct learner support during anatomy laboratories, review sessions, and anatomy-related enrichment activities. Assist students in developing spatial reasoning, anatomical understanding, and clinically relevant application of anatomical knowledge. Support pre-lab orientation, post-lab debriefing, and anatomy remediation as needed.
• Assessment Support: Assist with the preparation, administration, and operational execution of anatomy practical examinations and related assessment activities. Support faculty in ensuring assessment materials, specimens, and lab spaces are appropriately prepared and aligned with course objectives.
• Specimen Preparation & Laboratory Stewardship: Prepare cadavers, prosections, and anatomical materials for educational use. Maintain specimen integrity and preservation in accordance with institutional and body donation program standards. Support the receipt, storage, labeling, tracking, and respectful stewardship of anatomical donors and associated materials.
• Laboratory Operations & Facility Oversight: Coordinate anatomy laboratory setup and breakdown for scheduled teaching sessions. Maintain organization and readiness of laboratory spaces, teaching specimens, plastinated materials, and anatomical models. Monitor laboratory functionality and support a high-quality learner and faculty experience.
• Equipment, Supplies & Inventory Management: Manage anatomy laboratory equipment and instructional materials, including dissection tools, preservation supplies, PPE, storage systems, and other educational resources. Track inventory, support procurement requests, and help develop annual supply planning for anatomy-related operations.
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain anatomy laboratory safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA, biohazard, sharps, and chemical safety expectations. Coordinate and reinforce safety procedures for faculty, staff, and learners. Maintain PPE supplies and support laboratory inspections, exposure protocols, and incident reporting as needed.
• Faculty Support & Onboarding: Orient new faculty and facilitators to anatomy laboratory procedures, expectations, and educational workflows. Serve as a local resource for anatomy lab teaching support and operational consistency.
• Educational Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Participate in the ongoing refinement of anatomy curriculum delivery at the regional campus, including support for innovations in plastinate-based learning, imaging integration, case-based anatomy, and anatomy teaching strategies appropriate to a distributed medical education model.

20%: Regional Curricular and Campus Operations Support

• Course Logistics & Local Curricular Support: Provide campus-based logistical support for preclinical and anatomy-adjacent curricular activities, including room readiness, supply coordination, instructional materials support, and local implementation of scheduled educational sessions.
• Student Grouping & Instructional Coordination: Assist with the maintenance of campus-specific student group assignments relevant to anatomy and other early curriculum experiences (e.g. clinical skills), including small-group instructional sessions where local operational support is required.
• Curricular Scheduling & Local Delivery Support: Maintain and communicate select campus-specific schedules related to local course delivery and anatomy-connected educational activities. Support smooth execution of regional instructional events and assist in resolving logistical issues as they arise.
• Educational Technology & Learning Environment Support: Support the maintenance of select non-academic educational platforms and local instructional resources (e.g., learner/faculty resource sites, course support materials, and anatomy-related educational tools), in collaboration with central and regional teams.
• Documentation, Accreditation & Program Support: Maintain organized documentation relevant to regional anatomy delivery, laboratory operations, and local curricular implementation in support of quality improvement and accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least two years of related experience, or a combination of education and related work experience to equal at least six years.
• At least two years experience teaching gross anatomy in a medical, health professions, or undergraduate setting.
• Experience with cadaveric dissection, prosection preparation, or anatomical specimen stewardship.
• Experience working in an educational, clinical, health sciences, or higher education environment.
• Ability to manage complex educational logistics with a high degree of independence, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to support learners and faculty in a hands-on instructional environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., Ed.D, D.O., M.D. or equivalent) in Anatomy, Anatomical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or a closely related anatomical field.
• Familiarity with radiologic or imaging integration in anatomy education.
• Experience supporting anatomy practical exams or laboratory-based learner assessment.
• Familiarity with medical school curriculum structures and/or distributed campus education models.
• Knowledge of safety and compliance requirements relevant to anatomy laboratories, including chemical, sharps, and biohazard protocols.
• Experience with educational platforms such as Canvas or similar learning systems.
• Experience with Google Suite Applications (Calendar, Drive, Email, etc.).
• Familiarity with LCME or related accreditation expectations in health professions education.

Core Professional Competencies

• Instructional Excellence: Ability to support anatomy education in a way that is learner-centered, clinically relevant, and aligned with curricular goals.
• Operational Reliability: Ability to independently manage laboratory preparation, educational logistics, and day-to-day execution of complex instructional activities.
• Laboratory Stewardship: Strong commitment to professionalism, safety, ethical specimen stewardship, and maintenance of a respectful learning environment.
• Collaborative Communication: Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and institutional partners across both academic and clinical systems.
• Adaptability in a Regional Model: Ability to function independently and flexibly in a distributed campus environment while maintaining alignment with central curriculum expectations.
• Commitment to Student Success: Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-quality learning environment for all learners.

About the Department

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $28.85-$31.25 per hour ($60,000-$65,000 annually); depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the

time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures

that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while

maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and

equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates

will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

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About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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