Find Your Spot at Humber
At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance, we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.
To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.
If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.
Job Details:
Position Title: Bioscience Laboratory Specialist
Job Type: Appendix-D Contract
Hours: 40 hours per week
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Health & Life Sciences, Emergency and Funeral Services, Bioscience and Clinical Simulation Programs
Campus/Location: North Campus; In-person
Salary: Payband K: $47.13- $54.48
Starting Salary: $47.13; Progression through the payband is in accordance with the increments in the payband as outline in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement based on actual service in the payband.
About the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences at Humber:
The Faculty of Health & Life Sciences is committed to sharing our knowledge and experience with students to help them become skilled, adaptable, compassionate and career ready graduates. Our faculty experts reinforce excellence and a commitment to social justice and transformation as students train to work across a range of careers in the healthcare and wellness fields. Teaching and learning is student-centered with emphasis on technological innovation, diversity and integrated community and clinical industry collaborations. State-of-the-art facilities enhance learning giving students a solid foundation for placement experience.
About the Bioscience Laboratory Specialist Position:
Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Bioscience Laboratory Specialist plays a key role in delivering anatomy and physiology education across multiple programs within the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences.
This is a balanced educational and technical role that includes approximately 24–26 hours per week of direct student engagement through the facilitation of anatomy and physiology laboratories, tutorials, review sessions, and practical assessments. The remainder of the role focuses on cadaver dissection and prosection, anatomical specimen preparation and preservation, laboratory operations, scheduling, inventory management, and maintaining a safe, high-quality learning environment.
Working collaboratively with faculty, the Specialist prepares and facilitates laboratory learning experiences aligned with course learning outcomes, supports curriculum-integrated assessments such as bell-ringer examinations, and contributes to the development of innovative teaching resources, including 3D-printed anatomical models, digital learning tools, and interactive educational materials.
Key Responsibilities
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Facilitate anatomy and physiology laboratories, tutorials, review sessions, and practical assessments (approximately 24–26 hours per week of direct student contact).
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Provide direct instruction, demonstration, guidance, and support to students in laboratory environments.
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Collaborate with faculty to deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned laboratory learning experiences.
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Support practical assessments, including bell-ringer examinations and other laboratory evaluations.
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Perform cadaver dissection, prosection, and preparation of anatomical specimens for teaching and learning.
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Maintain cadaveric collections, anatomical models, laboratory equipment, and teaching resources.
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Coordinate laboratory schedules, room bookings, equipment, and resource allocation across multiple health science programs.
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Develop and maintain innovative educational resources, including anatomical models, digital content, and 3D-printed teaching aids.
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Ensure compliance with WHMIS, biosafety requirements, and all laboratory health and safety standards.
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Collaborate with faculty and staff to continuously enhance laboratory operations, student learning, and the overall educational experience.
About You:
You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:
Education
Postgraduate degree (e.g., Master’s) in Human Anatomy or a related discipline is required.
Additional certifications: WHMIS, Standard First Aid, CPR.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of related experience in a post-secondary teaching environment.
Proven experience facilitating adult learning in bioscience or related fields.
Expertise in cadaveric dissection and anatomical specimen preparation.
Experience planning and coordinating lab schedules and resources.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and learning management platforms.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!
What's in it for you?
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An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
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Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
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Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
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Amazing perks!
We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.
Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.
Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([email protected]).
