Morgue Specialist
Rutgers University, Piscataway, NJ, United States
Overview
New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Morgue Specialist for the department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of the Morgue Supervisor, responsible for preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers in relation to the Human Gross Anatomy class. Also provide assistance relative to the needs of the Morgue and Anatomy Lab.
Key Duties
Preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers for dissection in connection with the teaching of Human Gross Anatomy to medical students and surgical residents.
Provides support relative to the upkeep of the Anatomical Association morgue. Assists with maintenance of gross dissecting laboratories and material while any gross anatomy course is in session.
Utilizing current NJ Funeral Director License, for (single and multiple) transportation of cadavers to/from other medical facilities (i.e., School of Osteopathic Medicine, etc.) and to the crematory selected by the Anatomical Association for transportation of cremated ashes back to the Anatomical Association morgue.
Handles additional related responsibilities as assigned at Morgue Supervisor’s discretion.
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 35 hours per week
Salary Details Minimum Salary: $29,050
Mid Range Salary: $29,550
Maximum Salary: $30,440
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Qualifications
Associates Degree in a relevant science supplemented by a successful completion of a program in mortuary science internship, plus two (2) – three (3) years of related experience preferred.
Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Certifications and Licenses
A current NJ Funeral Director License and a valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands: Ability to lift equipment, cadavers and carry boxes. No special vision requirements. Individual has to be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Work Environment: Morgue environment. Equipment used includes dissection tools (e.g., scalpels and bone saws), hoists (electric and hydraulic) and fluid pumps.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
* Do you have an Associates Degree in a relevant science supplemented by a successful completion of a program in mortuary science internship?
Yes
No
* Do you have a current NJ Funeral Director License?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Special Conditions All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization requirements may apply. Please see Rutgers University policy for details.
Technical Assistance For assistance with the applicant tracking system, contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848‑932‑4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
Additional Information Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu . Rutgers University participates in the E‑Verify program as required by law.
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Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Morgue Specialist for the department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Under the direction of the Morgue Supervisor, responsible for preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers in relation to the Human Gross Anatomy class. Also provide assistance relative to the needs of the Morgue and Anatomy Lab.
Key Duties
Preparation, embalming and presentation of cadavers for dissection in connection with the teaching of Human Gross Anatomy to medical students and surgical residents.
Provides support relative to the upkeep of the Anatomical Association morgue. Assists with maintenance of gross dissecting laboratories and material while any gross anatomy course is in session.
Utilizing current NJ Funeral Director License, for (single and multiple) transportation of cadavers to/from other medical facilities (i.e., School of Osteopathic Medicine, etc.) and to the crematory selected by the Anatomical Association for transportation of cremated ashes back to the Anatomical Association morgue.
Handles additional related responsibilities as assigned at Morgue Supervisor’s discretion.
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 35 hours per week
Salary Details Minimum Salary: $29,050
Mid Range Salary: $29,550
Maximum Salary: $30,440
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Qualifications
Associates Degree in a relevant science supplemented by a successful completion of a program in mortuary science internship, plus two (2) – three (3) years of related experience preferred.
Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Certifications and Licenses
A current NJ Funeral Director License and a valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands: Ability to lift equipment, cadavers and carry boxes. No special vision requirements. Individual has to be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Work Environment: Morgue environment. Equipment used includes dissection tools (e.g., scalpels and bone saws), hoists (electric and hydraulic) and fluid pumps.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
* Do you have an Associates Degree in a relevant science supplemented by a successful completion of a program in mortuary science internship?
Yes
No
* Do you have a current NJ Funeral Director License?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Special Conditions All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization requirements may apply. Please see Rutgers University policy for details.
Technical Assistance For assistance with the applicant tracking system, contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848‑932‑4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
Additional Information Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu . Rutgers University participates in the E‑Verify program as required by law.
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