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New Brunswick, NJ | United States

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Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Morgue Specialist for the department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Under the direction of the Morgue Supervisor, responsible for preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers in relation to the Human Gross Anatomy class. Also provide assistance relative to the needs of the Morgue and Anatomy Lab.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers for dissection in connection with the teaching of Human Gross Anatomy to medical students and surgical residents.
• Provides support relative to the upkeep of the Anatomical Association morgue. Assists with maintenance of gross dissecting laboratories and material while any gross anatomy course is in session.
• Utilizing current NJ Funeral Director License, for (single and multiple) transportation of cadavers to/from other medical facilities (i.e., School of Osteopathic Medicine, etc.) and to the crematory selected by the Anatomical Association for transportation of cremated ashes back to the Anatomical Association morgue.
• Handles additional related responsibilities as assigned at Morgue Supervisor's discretion.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in a relevant science supplemented by a successful completion of a program in mortuary science internship.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical Demands: Ability to lift equipment, cadavers and carry boxes. No special vision requirements. Individual has to be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: Morgue environment. Equipment used includes dissection tools (e.g., scalpels and bone saws), hoists (electric and hydraulic) and fluid pumps.

Salary: $26.23/hour

Posting Number: 24ST0360

About Rutgers University

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.

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