Step into the center of hands-on medical education as a Bio Skills Lab Associate at the OLC. In this dynamic, collaborative role, you’ll oversee the planning and execution of high-impact cadaveric training events that support the advancement of orthopaedic and medical education. You are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, while working alongside a dedicated team to deliver seamless, engaging lab experiences from start to finish.
If this sounds like you, please read on!
As a Bio Skills Lab Associate, you'll join the OLC Education & Conference Center, a nonprofit affiliate of AAOS, and play a hands-on role in delivering high-impact medical education experiences. You’ll oversee the full lifecycle of cadaveric labs and training events—from planning and setup to execution and post-event review, ensuring a safe, seamless, and professional experience for all participants.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Event Planning
- Collaborate with clients to understand lab objectives and logistics
- Coordinate equipment, specimen delivery, and participant waivers
- Maintain lab inventory and serve as the GBAC hygiene and safety representative
Event Execution
- Lead lab setup and provide hands-on support during events
- Enforce OSHA safety protocols and coordinate technical demonstrations
- Ensure lab cleanliness and organization throughout the event
Post-Event Duties
- Facilitate client debriefs and gather feedback
- Clean and inspect equipment, coordinate repairs, and manage teardown
- Ensure proper disposal or storage of materials
Team Leadership & Training
- Supervise staff and contractors during events
- Train new team members on lab procedures and safety standards
This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys blending logistics, education, and hands-on technical work to support cutting-edge medical training.
Exemplifies the following essential values of the Academy:
- Teamwork : Effective collaboration and team-focus to solve complex problems and drive innovation.
- Empowerment: The authority, information, and skills to make decisions and drive results.
- Accountability : Ownership of process and results that drive decisions and ensure implementation.
- Mindset of Growth/Continuous Learning : Focused on and invested in self and staff development to become more adaptable, making the Academy more agile, innovative, and sustainable.
Travel:
Qualifications:
Required:
- Strong hospitality and customer service skills
- Proven ability to multitask effectively
- Availability for evening or early morning conference calls
- Ability to remain composed and professional in crisis situations
- Familiarity with healthcare-related instruments and equipment
- Proficiency in OSHA compliance and safety regulations
- Certification in safety courses, including bloodborne pathogens and cleaning safety protocols
- Responsible and efficient expense management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience handling and managing specimens and tissue
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Flexibility to work nontraditional hours based on customer schedules
- Physical capability to lift and carry items weighing 50 lbs. or more
- Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed
Desired:
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration
Salary Range: $26.00- $28.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, work with a dedicated team, and help shape the future of medical training, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sharing the following:
- Clearly communicate why you are the ideal candidate for this role, providing specific examples and experiences as proof points.
- Resumes must be accompanied by a cover letter with salary expectations to be considered.
Please note:
- This position is based in Rosemont, Illinois and is open to applicants who are able to commute to this office.
- Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of work visas.