Job Title: School of Medicine - Full-time Faculty - Anatomy Laboratory Director, CFS Professional

Posting End Date: August 27, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 @ 11:59pm MST

Position Start Date: February 1, 2027

Required Degree: Terminal degree (Ph.D., MD, etc.) in a relevant field with substantial anatomy teaching and cadaveric dissection experience. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Required Experience:

Expertiseincadaveric dissection andat least 5 years of managing a professional school anatomy laboratory.
Alignment with and commitment to the mission, values, and spiritual aims of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Preferred: Experienceteachingmedical students or residents in clinical or academic settings.

Job Summary:

The Anatomy Laboratory Director provides academic and administrative leadership for the anatomy laboratoryunder the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader. This faculty role ensures excellence in anatomy education, laboratory operations, safety, andcadaver-donorstewardship. The Director oversees all aspects of lab function, including instructional support, personnel management, facilities, and regulatory compliance, while actively contributing to the medical curriculum through teaching and collaboration with faculty.

This position is critical to the success of the BYU School of Medicine, a new organization within the university. As the school continues to launch and grow, a successful candidate mustdemonstrateadaptability and a willingness to take on evolving responsibilities and assignments to support its effective implementation and ongoing operations.

Duties/Expectations:

Instruction & Academic Leadership

Ensure that dissection,teaching,and lab-based assessments are coordinated with each of the organ system blocks under the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader.
Ensures anatomical content is aligned with learningobjectivesand assessment strategies.
Participates in teaching activities, including dissection,prosection-based instruction, small-group sessions, and simulation-based learning.
Oversees the development and quality ofprosectionsand other instructional materials.
Collaborates with faculty to support thecreationand implementation of laboratory assessments, including quizzes, examinations, and practical sessions.
Oversees the grading of anatomy lab assessments.Entersstudent scores into the learning management system.
Oversees the use and maintenance of audiovisual and instructional technology within the anatomy lab.
Schedules the anatomy lab space,staffand faculty for allschoolofmedicineeducational activities.

Administration & Operations

Provides strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for anatomy laboratory operations.
Manages laboratory facilities, including equipment, storage systems, ventilation, and instructional technology.
Oversees procurement, inventory, and maintenance of consumables,dissectioninstruments, PPE,preservationchemicals, and teaching resources.
Supervises theanatomylaboratorystaff(TA’s, etc.).
Ensures efficient workflow and operational support for teaching, research, andcadaver-donorprogram activities.
Managescadaver-donorprogram operations, including tracking, chain-of-custody documentation, regulatory compliance, and oversight ofcadaver-donordelivery, storage, placement, and preparation.
Ensures the respectful, ethical, andappropriate useofcadavericdonors throughout all instructional activities.
Working in conjunction with theAnatomyThreadLeader,directan annual body donation memorial service.

Compliance & Safety

Ensures full compliance with OSHA regulations, chemical hygiene standards, hazardous waste protocols, and institutional safety policies.
Develops, implements, andmaintainsstandard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and emergency response plans.
Collaborates with Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management offices to support institutional safety initiatives.
Provides training for faculty, staff, and students in safe anatomical laboratory practices and proper use of PPE.
Conducts routine inspections andmaintainsdocumentation to support internal audits and external regulatory reviews.
Upholds the highest standards of respect, confidentiality, and professionalism in allcadaverdonor-related activities.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION:

Please attach the following documents to your application:

Updated Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Mission Alignment Statement
Contact Information for 3-5 Professional References

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Anatomy Laboratory Director

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