Educational Program Coordinator, Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories

NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Priority Date:
May 28, 2025

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The Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories (TVAPL) Educational Program Coordinator collaborates with anatomy lab staff and faculty to plan, schedule, coordinate, and deliver high-quality, lab-based educational programming for a diverse range of internal and external user groups. The Coordinator is responsible for recruiting and on-boarding lab volunteers and student technicians, participating in professional human anatomical dissections, and upholding respectful donor care, privacy, and confidentiality.

The Coordinator also supports outreach initiatives, engages with stakeholders, assists with lab user billing and Bioskills operations, seeks grant and funding opportunities; and performs additional duties as needed to support the evolving needs of the anatomy labs.

• Collaborate with anatomy lab staff and faculty to schedule, deliver, coordinate, and support high-quality educational programming for diverse internal and external audiences.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee in-person, virtual, and hybrid programming for multiple user groups, including:
  • Community education groups, lab tours, and field trips
  • Health Professions Students at all levels
  • Health Science Educators and instructors
  • Health care professionals
• Participate in anatomical dissections and hands-on teaching in the labs.
• Lead the recruitment and on-boarding of TVAPL Student Anatomy Interns, student workers, and volunteers.
• Utilize and support the effective use of virtual and gross anatomy lab resources to enrich anatomy education and actively engage learners.
• Work on lab billing for users and events.
• Develop and sustain relationships with stakeholders and supporters to expand lab outreach and partnerships.
• Assist in the development, direction, and implementation of outreach initiatives and educational programs.
• Pursue grant opportunities and other funding sources to support and sustain lab programming.
• Support professional, ethical, and safety standards in all lab-related and instructional activities.
• Participate in Bioskills operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience, in teaching or educational programming in human anatomy, clinical health sciences, health professions education, or a related field.
• Two years working in a health care or a health professions educational environment.
• Comfortable working with human anatomical body donors.
• Familiar with electronic educational technologies, personal computer software, and basic databases.
• Sound written communication skills.
• Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards.

• Doctoral degree or advanced work in teaching or educational programming in human anatomy, clinical health sciences, health professions education, or a related field.
• Experience in virtual, distance-learning, and/or hybrid instruction in human anatomy or health professions education.
• Proficiency with a range of anatomy teaching tools, platforms, and activities.
• Experience applying evidence-based pedagogical practices in human anatomy or health professions education, including course and program development.
• Demonstrated human anatomy dissection experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proven success in grant writing and/or strong technical and scholarly writing record.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and…