Anatomy Lab Assistant

The Anatomy Lab Teaching Assistant (TA) supports human anatomy instruction to MBKU Physician Assistant, Optometry, and Pharmacy programs. Working under the supervision of faculty, the Anatomy Lab TA will assist in providing the highest quality anatomy instruction/lab assistance using state-of-the-art technology, including the Anatomage table (virtual cadaver technology) and other anatomical material.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSI­­BILITIES

This Anatomy Laboratory TA supports graduate level anatomy instruction and laboratory activities using the Anatomage tables, models, apps, and specimens. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare, organize, and maintain lab material and ensure equipment functionality
• Supervise anatomy lab sessions and activities
• Assist with laboratory practical exams, including setup, cleanup, proctoring, and grading
• Grade exams, worksheets, remediations, and other assignments
• Set up and demonstrate the Anatomage table and anatomical materials during lab sessions, school events, and other activities
• Instruct, train, and support students and faculty on the use of anatomical materials
• Meet with students individually or in groups to review assignments, anatomical concepts, and exams
• Provide academic support and guidance to students during review sessions and open lab periods
• Coordinate and conduct open lab hours, including after hours and weekends
• Maintain cleanliness and proper storage of lab materials and equipment
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and proper handling of anatomical materials and equipment
• Prepare laboratory exercises in conjunction with the course syllabus and lectures
• Schedule and coordinate lab usage
• Create videos of anatomical models, Anatomage, or specimens
• Maintain regular software updates, cleaning, and service of Anatomage and other laboratory equipment on a routine basis
• Assist with data analysis and processing
• Other duties may be assigned in accordance with curricular objectives and learning outcomes

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge of Anatomical and Medical Terminology
• Teaching in an academic laboratory setting

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year college in a life science field is required.
• Applicants must have completed 2 semesters of Anatomy and/or Physiology or equivalent science courses

Experience in human body dissection, teaching in an academic laboratory setting, knowledge of medical terminology or clinical anatomy, and knowledge of a learning management system are preferred.

SEE YOURSELF HERE

Located on a beautiful, seven-acre campus in Fullerton, California, MBKU is an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution. MBKU is home to the Southern California College of Optometry, the School of PA Studies, College of Pharmacy and the Doctor of Medical Science Program (DMSc) . MBKU owns and operates three health care centers at their clinical teaching facility, Ketchum Health, providing a vision center and PA medical clinic practice in Orange County and second vision center in Los Angeles.

A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE SINCE 1904

In 1904, Marshall B. Ketchum, MD, opened the Los Angeles School of Ophthalmology and Optometry in Los Angeles. Dr. Ketchum was a visionary entrepreneur and prominent leader in the optometric profession. He made very significant and long-standing contributions in his field of care, in California and throughout the nation.

In the early ‘70s the College moved to its current home in Fullerton, CA and was renamed Southern California College of Optometry. But even the pioneering Dr. Ketchum could not have envisioned his school would grow to become Marshall B. Ketchum University, an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution encompassing multiple disciplines.

BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF HEALTH CARE EDUCATION

Marshall B. Ketchum University offers career opportunities that will put you at the forefront of health care education. You will be provided with learning and advancement opportunities, as well as a culture that recognizes the importance of fun, employee appreciation and a work-life balance.

Our mission is to educate caring, inspired health care professionals who are prepared to deliver collaborative, patient-centric health care in an interprofessional environment. By joining our family, you can help us reimagine the future and inspire future health care leaders.

INTERPROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE LEADERS

At Marshall B. Ketchum University, we have led the way in interprofessional healthcare, building on a century of experience as an optometry school. In 2012, the first Physician Assistant program in Orange County was added, followed by the College of Pharmacy program in 2014. Most recently in 2024, we expanded our offerings with the addition of the fully-online Doctor of Medical Science(DMSc) program.  Side-by-side in group discussions, community service, and clinical experience, our OD, PA, PharmD and DMSc students learn what it means to deliver patient-centered health care as a collaborative team of professionals.

BENEFITS

MBKU provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, free vision exams, short and long term disability, generous paid time off plans, a university-sponsored retirement plan. See our website under Employment for more details regarding benefits of working for MBKU (www.ketchum.edu).

MBKU is an equal opportunity employer; requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

MBKU is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, it is University policy to prevent the unlawful discrimination against students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment and patients requesting treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The University also prohibits sexual harassment and harassment on any of the above bases (please refer to the Title IX page for more information).