Careers

Careers in Anatomical Sciences are diverse and span government and private sectors. Skills in the anatomical sciences are unique and may be adapted to accommodate different work situations.

Those seeking employment in this field may check the job advertisements on the relevant employment websites including specifically those of universities, hospitals, laboratories and institutions that handle anatomical specimens. Examples of the types of roles that may be advertised include but are not limited to the following:

  • Laboratory Manager (eg, anatomy, histology, microscopy, pathology, veterinary)
  • Technical Laboratory Officer
  • Mortuary Worker
  • Veterinary Laboratory Officer
  • Pathology Assistant
  • Body Donor Programme Administrator
  • Museum Curator
  • Tutorial Instructor
  • Forensics (with further training) and research.

Current Opportunities

University of Queensland

Gross Anatomy Facility

Anatomy Mortuary Technician (R-48166) 2 positions

Applications Close: Monday 23th March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST

Gross Anatomy Facility

Anatomy Mortuary Technician (embalming) (R-48167)

Applications Close: Monday 23th March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST