Macquarie University
Anatomy Dissection and Laboratory Assistant
🇦🇺Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia26 days ago
A$78,954 – A$78,954MidFull Time
About the Role
Reporting to the Anatomy Laboratory Manager, you will provide hands-on technical support for the preparation and maintenance of anatomical specimens and laboratory spaces. Key responsibilities include:
Undertaking dissection of embalmed human cadaveric specimens to support teaching and learning activities.
Preparing and setting up anatomy laboratories for practical classes, ensuring all required specimens, equipment, and materials are ready.
Supporting students' wellbeing during their wet lab classes.
Maintaining, preserving, and cataloguing anatomical specimens in accordance with established protocols and regulatory requirements.
Supporting the safe and compliant operation of the laboratory environment, including adherence to workplace health and safety standards.
Providing operational and logistical support of four Anatomy labs across two sites.
Collaborating with academic, research, and clinical staff as well as students to ensure a positive and effective learning environment.
About Us
The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS) is ambitiously pushing the boundaries of progressively thinking and challenging what's possible to solve some of the big issues of our time, both nationally and on a global scale. The faculty's current education suite includes courses in clinical science, physiotherapy, chiropractic, medicine and public health, psychology, cognitive sciences, linguistics, audiology, and speech pathology. The faculty forms part of MQ Health, an integrated academic health sciences enterprise that incorporates Macquarie University Hospital and primary and specialty clinics. We have active research programs in neuroscience, health systems and patient safety research, cancer medicine, and clinical sciences, amongst others.
The Anatomy Laboratory team supports the organisation and delivery of Anatomy teaching for the Faculty and University for approximately 2,000 anatomy students across four Anatomy labs and two sites.
About You
You are a detail-oriented and practically skilled individual with a strong interest in human anatomy and a commitment to supporting excellence in education. You thrive in a hands-on laboratory environment, work well both independently and as part of a team, and are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Essential Selection Criteria:
Relevant tertiary qualification in anatomy, biomedical science, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience,
Demonstrated experience or knowledge in human anatomy and dissection, including complex dissections,
Strong practical laboratory skills, including specimen preparation and preservation, alongside a commitment to related workplace health and safety practices,
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines,
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with academic staff, clinical staff, and students,
Ability to work sensitively and respectfully with human cadaveric material in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements, and
Intermediate computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, image editing, and database applications.
Desirable Criteria:
Demonstrated working knowledge of the NSW Anatomy Act 1977, NSW Human Tissue Act 1983, and other relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks,
Experience in supervising and supporting students,
Current First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
*Note: This position requires a National Police Clearance Check and evidence of compliance with Category A immunisation/ vaccination requirements as a condition of employment.
How to Apply
To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).
Applications Close: Sunday 3 May 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)
*** We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received.
For enquiries about the role please contact Robert Cluney, Anatomy Laboratory Manager at robert.cluney@mq.edu.au or Head of Anatomy Education cliffton.chan@mq.edu.au
Why Join Us?
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University.
Flexible work arrangements where applicable
17% superannuation
Subsidised onsite parking options
Extensive training and professional development opportunities
Paid concessional leave during the Christmas/ New Year shutdown
Onsite childcare facilities
Onsite vacation care during school holidays
Discounted health insurance
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Convenient onsite GP, imaging and physiotherapy services
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
03/05/2026 11:59 PM
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Flexible Work
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