About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Center for Anatomical Sciences at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is located in the prestigious Cultural District of Fort Worth, TX. Our mission is to offer exceptional educational activities and to advance research in the anatomical sciences and allied fields.

Research strengths in the Center for Anatomical Sciences include biological anthropology, evolutionary biology, forensic sciences, biomechanics/functional morphology, and histology. The Center encompasses 8,000-square-feet of anatomy laboratories that support anatomical education, research, and outreach. The Center also houses dedicated research laboratories equipped for medical imaging analysis/morphometrics, forensic anthropology, thermoregulatory studies (environmental chamber), histology, and paleontological fossil preparation.

Center for Anatomical Sciences teaches dissection and prosection-based anatomy courses to Medical, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant, and Master of Medical Science students. The Center is also home to the Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences (STARS) PhD program that prepares graduate students to join the workforce as researchers and anatomy educators.

The Center also supports numerous K-12 science outreach programs, offering summer science camps, campus tours, and in-school events that introduce students to anatomy and its relationship to medical education.

Position Overview

The Donation Coordinator provides remote support for the donated body program during overnight hours. This role involves answering incoming calls, guiding callers through donation procedures, and collecting and documenting necessary information according to established protocols. The Donation Coordinator will verify eligibility for the program, assist families with completing required paperwork, coordinate and dispatch transportation teams, and ensure all calls and actions are accurately logged and communicated for follow-up. This role is often the first point of contact for families, healthcare providers, and facilities during sensitive moments.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate both orally and written.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, hospice, funeral services, anatomical or medical donation programs, or related fields.
• Computer skills for data entry, call logging, and communication.
• Experience handling sensitive or emotional situations with professionalism and empathy.

Job Duties

• Remotely answer incoming overnight calls for the Donated Body Program.
• Provide accurate information regarding donation procedures and next steps.
• Gather and document required information following established protocols to confirm eligibility for participation in the donation program.
• Send and assist families with donation paperwork.
• Schedule and dispatch transportation crew.
• Accurately log and communicate calls, actions taken and any follow-up needed.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

2 days per week 11:00 pm - 7:00 am (remote); In person training during office hours.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.