Research Brain Tech/Autopsy Assistant
University of North Dakota

Job Info

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Position Information: Description

This position will organize, triage and accomplish brain donation and technical preparation for Lieber Institute from autopsies after informed consent for brain donation is obtained. This includes removal, sectioning, freezing and preservation of the brain and dura according to protocols provided. The position will involve working with funeral homes and others to move and arrange transport for decedents. The individual will perform photography, written and oral documentation of brain and autopsy findings. Excellent visual and communicative skills are required and a mastery of English language. Excellent computer skills with common office programs, including word processing, databases and web-based reporting is required. Attention to detail and accuracy of identification is required. Work will involve biohazards, chemical hazards, odors, dry ice and liquid nitrogen freezing protocols and exposure to deceased human remains.  Work will require respectful communication with families in distress.  Work will involve obtaining blood, vitreous, urine and other samples from deceased human remains. The position required observance of privacy for decedents and families.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Removal of brain per Lieber Protocols
  • Identification and proper consent of decedent
  • Removal of brain, sectioning and freezing per protocol; preparation and storage prior to shipment by approved process to MI, Baltimore or other designated site; Collection of dura and other tissue samples per protocol; Collection of blood or other fluids per protocol, recording of abstracted medical and social information
  • This involves stress from working with deceased humans and grieving families.  Strict attention to detail, identification and completion of tasks required
• General assistance for autopsy and death investigation duties, including referral to organ, tissue and brain donation possibilities
  Movement and cleaning body as directed by the pathologist
Assist on performing radiologic studies and/or photography of decedentInventory clothing and personal effects of decedentRecord weights and other measurements of decedentAssist with prosection (dissection) of major organs systems, including head and neck under direction of pathologistClean and suture body following autopsy examination, appropriately shroud decedent and release to funeral homeClean work and autopsy area following autopsy or examination

Information management and case accuracy in death investigations and autopsy

Assist with entering information into case management system and any associated databases

Assist with file preparation of cases, including logging of toxicology and other studies Assist with inventory control and case completion logs Assure complete accuracy of information including names, case numbers, recorded information, dates and times within case logs and case management system Perform audits as directed of cases within management system as directed for completeness and information accuracy. Assist with general office duties including ordering supplies, answering phones, assisting visitors and families to facility.Required Competencies

• Must have or rapidly acquire ability to follow protocols involving brain, tissue and fluid removal, preservation and shipping of human remains
• Maintain respect and dignity of human remains, sensitivity toward families and bereaved
• Requires use/operation of computer software, lab equipment, organizational/prioritization ability, interpersonal/oral/written communication skills, customer oriented/service, detail oriented
• Must maintain strict biosafety and universal precautions
• Must be willing to work with and prosect (dissect) deceased human remains
• Must be detail oriented. Must have excellent visual observation, excellent communication skills and mastery of English language
• Second language (Spanish, Native American, French, or other) is an asset

Minimum Requirements

• Associates Degree in Science, Nursing, or Laboratory field
• Experience maintaining strict confidentiality and respect for decedents, crime and death scenes
• Experience with standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases
• Experience following biosafety protocols and universal precautions in all laboratory and autopsy work 
• Must agree to random drug testing
• Successful completion of criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in autopsy practice and performance
• Experience in forensic or mortuary science
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Nursing, or Laboratory field

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$40,000+/year; Full-Time, Benefited, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule/Start Date

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm; may include occasional weekends

Benefits

Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.

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