Job Description

Anatomy Tutor (x14)

Anatomy Laboratory

Location: London, Bloomsbury Campus

£52.36 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

A maximum of 12 hours per week (FTE 0.32), over a 9-month period from September to June.

Applicants should email a cover letter and CV to Victoria Oldfield (v.oldfield@ucl.ac.uk) by Sunday, 9th August 2026.

Interviews have been scheduled for the week commencing 24th August 2026.

Reports to

Anatomy Laboratory Manager, Dr Wendy Birch

Context

The Faculty of Life Sciences (FLS) combines the strengths of UCL’s basic biological and preclinical sciences and is associated with 11 Nobel Laureates. Our work focuses on trying to answer some of the most enduring questions about life on earth, and also to solve the urgent problems faced by all living things. Our research spans an incredible breadth of scientific areas, from studies of the behaviour of single molecules to developing cells, neuronal circuits, and up to entire ecosystems full of living things. We are supported by platform technologies and facilities ranging from advanced electron microscopy to a research centre on a National Trust nature reserve.

Our students are closely integrated into our community through research-embedded teaching, including our highly rated and world-leading undergraduate programmes, a UK-leading MPharm degree, as well as a wide range of exciting Master's programmes.

The Division of Biosciences at UCL is one of the world's foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences. We have an outstanding international reputation and a community of over 500 staff and more than 300 PhD students engaged in cutting edge research and collaboration.

Further information can be found on our website https://www.ucl.ac.uk/lifesciences-faculty/

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Main purpose of the job

The Anatomy Laboratory (AL) is a core facility that plays a significant role in the teaching of medical and science students throughout their years at UCL. It also runs courses for allied health students (e.g., Medical Physics; Osteopathy) and provides a venue for the teaching of specialist clinical courses. The role holder will be expected to deliver practical based anatomy teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students utilising cadaveric and prosected material, Anatomage table and imaging resources.

Duties and responsibilities

• To have sufficient knowledge of the syllabus topics to teach human anatomy to undergraduate and postgraduate science and medical students.

• To facilitate students' learning and encourage critical thinking and problem-solving.

• To support the students in developing professional skills in the anatomy lab, including dissection, teamwork, communication, reflection, record keeping, and handover.

• To help prepare, administer and mark assessments and conduct revision sessions.

• To be familiar with the Human Tissue Act 2004 and how this relates to anatomical examination.

• To agree to abide by the Anatomy Laboratory local protocol and ensure that all students under your supervision work in accordance with this protocol.

• To attend an HTA induction session at the start of the academic year.

• To facilitate the work of others in the Anatomy Laboratory and to establish and maintain excellent communication links with those in the laboratory.

• To leave the Anatomy Laboratory and other general areas tidy at the end of each session.

To be fully aware of and comply with the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology and UCL’s policies and procedures in relation to confidentiality, health and safety at work, COSHH regulations, infection control, security regulations and all local safety rules regarding fire, chemical and manual handling hazards, and to ensure that these are implemented and followed at all times.

• Maintain a good working knowledge of UCL, Faculty and Divisional policy and procedures, referring to appropriate colleagues for advice where necessary.

In addition to these duties, the post holder will be expected to be flexible in approach as well as support and work collaboratively with academic and Professional Services colleagues within the Division and Faculty as well as beyond.

• Actively participate in UCL networks, meetings and committees relevant to the role, as required.

• Attend staff meetings and training as required

• Demonstrate zero tolerance towards bullying, harassment and discriminatory behaviour.

• The post holder will actively follow and promote all UCL policies, including those on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

• The post holder will maintain awareness and observation of current UCL Fire and Health & Safety Regulations and procedures.

The post holder, like all academic, research and teaching staff, is expected to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to excellence in line with the Academic Careers Framework.

General

• Follow and actively promote the UCL Ways of Working.

Takes responsibility to carry out duties in a way that embodies UCL’s environmental and social sustainability values, actively supporting UCL's Sustainability Strategy, policies and objectives within the remit of their role.

• Carry out any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager.

• This job description may be reviewed and subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Note to job applicant: copy and paste the following criteria into your “Statement in support of your application” and describe underneath each criteria how you meet it, giving examples. You will be scored on how you meet each criteria.

Essential Criteria	Essential orDesirable
Qualifications, experience and knowledge
Medically qualied (MBBS or equivalent) with GMC registration.	Essential
Experience of working with human tissue and of human dissection.	Essential
Experience in analysis of medical images such as radiographs, CT and MRI.	Essential
Hold a valid UK work permit.	Essential
Evidence of previous teaching experience at undergraduate level.	Desirable
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (or equivalent).	Desirable
Experience in a range of teaching methods.	Desirable
Practical experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment.	Desirable
Skills and abilities
Ability to communicate anatomy effectively to undergraduate and postgraduatestudents.	Essential
Ability to present complex information effectively to a range of audiences.	Essential
Ability to work with and train others.	Essential
Ability to teach/demonstrate research methods and techniques.	Desirable
Personal attributes and UCL Core Behaviours
Ability to commit to al teaching sessions and one HTA induction session.Teaching takes place on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings.	Essential
Commitment to continuing personal and team professional development.	Essential
Inspirational; in respect of teaching and supervision, acting as a positive 'rolemodel' for students.	Essential
Adaptable and flexible with a constructive and collegiate approach.	Essential
Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels across UCL.	Essential
Organisational Citizenship.	Essential
Open to change, considering new approaches and ideas in all aspects of UCL lifeand leading by positive example.	Essential

ANATOMICAL SOCIETY

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