Forensic Lab Assistant Jobs

Pathology & Anatomical Sciences

• Accept and register human remains in accordance with established operational policies and procedures; obtain and record information pertinent to the identification and classification of the deceased such as observable scars, tattoos and marks, height, weight; collects documents, valuables and other personal property.

• Assist Forensic Technician in day to day operations, including respectful manipulation of decedent bodies, photo documentation, maintenance of logs, and downloading of photographs as directed.

• Prepare remains for examination by pathologist; recognize and preserve evidence which may be relevant to the cause and manner of death; assist pathologist in the performance of autopsies; open body cavities and removes various tissues, organs and systems as directed.

• Prepare remains for transportation by funeral home or other authorities utilizing appropriate methods as directed; perform major and minor restoration for identification purposes; restore remains to suitable appearance for viewing or photographing when necessary; assure proper disposition of by-products and tissues which may contain harmful organisms, prepare a variety of solutions to be used as fixation agents for anatomical specimens; collect and preserve specimens for laboratory analysis.

• Assure that morgue facility is maintained in proper hygienic condition to promote a safe and sanitary working environment; order and maintain inventory of supplies necessary to adequately meet volume needs.

• Testify in judicial proceedings concerning medical examiner cases as required.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $16.23 - $ 24.50 hourly

Grade: GGS - 007

University Title: RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Monday – Friday

40 hours total but times may vary from 6:00am—4:00pm

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

After careful consideration of COVID-19 virus trends and the overwhelming evidence of COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness, the School of Medicine, along with MU Health Care, the Sinclair School of Nursing and the School of Health Professions, recently announced the decision to require COVID-19 vaccinations by Oct. 1, 2021, for all employees, unless granted a medical or religious exemption.

All new hires will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your start date. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, you must do so upon acceptance of employment so our team has time to review prior to your scheduled start date. You will not be allowed to begin work until you have submitted proof of vaccination or received an approved medical or religious exemption.

Thank you for helping us to create the safest environment possible for our colleagues, students and our patients by protecting yourself and others through COVID-19 vaccination.