📢UCL is recruiting 14 Anatomy Tutors in London to support undergraduate and postgraduate anatomy teaching. ✅ £52.36/hour ✅ Up to 12 hrs/week ✅ Medically qualified applicants with GMC registration 📅 Apply by 9 August 2026 submit a CV and cover letter to v.oldfield@ucl.ac.uk

📢 Registration is now open for the IAS Autumn Scientific Meeting 2026! Join anatomy technicians, anatomists, bequeathal staff, veterinary anatomy staff and students for two days of learning, networking and professional development. 📍 Human Anatomy Resource Centre, University of Liverpool

The University of Birmingham is hiring for a hands-on technical role supporting anatomy teaching and laboratory activities. An excellent opportunity for candidates with anatomy lab experience looking to support medical education. Apply here: edzz.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...

It is with great sadness that we learnt today of the passing of one of our members and colleagues - Tony Sefton. Tony worked at Bristol University & was the proud winner of several of our competitions. Please email info@anatomical-sciences.org.uk with your memories.

UCL is hiring an Anatomy Laboratory Technician in London. Join a dedicated team supporting anatomy teaching, practical classes, and surgical workshops for medical and science students at one of the world’s leading universities. £29,882 to £31,290 Closing 18 June 2026 www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/

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UCL is consistently ranked as one of the top ten universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2010-2022) and is No.2 in the UK for research power (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

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Our Spring Scientific Meeting and AGM is now open for booking on Eventbrite. It is free - you just need to secure your place. If you work in anatomical sciences, this is for you! Book now: anatomical-sciences.org.uk/events-and-m... Tag a colleague who should be there!

Are you looking for a CPD activity in April? Our Spring Scientific Meeting on 10 April will cover current research, teaching innovation, and professional updates. Join online from anywhere. What topic would make this event most valuable for you this year?

The Institute of Anatomical Sciences seeks a Journal Editor. • Set editorial direction • Oversee peer review • Uphold quality and standards Ready to shape our flagship publication? Contact info@anatomical-sciences.org.uk to apply!

We are getting ready to assemble the next Council at our upcoming AGM! Are you ready to answer the call? Applications for vacancies will be opening soon - more details to follow this week!

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Advance your career in anatomical services with the Certificate in Anatomical Bequeathal Services from the Institute of Anatomical Sciences. Professional recognition through self-assessment and workplace viva. www.anatomical-sciences.org.uk/certificate-...

Fully funded PhD at Lancaster Medical School on coronary artery anatomical variation and its clinical impact. Work with CT imaging, collaborate with clinicians, and build your research profile. More information can be found here: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

SAVE THE DATE! The IAS Spring Scientific Meeting and AGM is scheduled to take place on the 10th April. Join online from anywhere! It will be a great programme with engaging speakers, and a chance for you to connect with colleagues near - and far. Save the date and join us! #anatomy #science

A photo of the skull of Dante Alighieri from Fabio Frassetto’s 1933 book ‘Dantis Ossa’ (Dante’s bones). Since his death in 1321, his remains have been moved, hidden, lost, and examined. That he has had an eventful postmortem life is not unusual - and his is certainly not the strangest story.

New from the Institute of Anatomical Sciences. Supplement No. 95 covers: • Human evolution clues from fossil teeth • The Tuam mass grave investigation • Neanderthal biology and extinction • Major cancer and malaria breakthroughs • Powerful archaeology and medical ethics stories shorturl.at/YYBEM

Hull York Medical School (HYMS) are recruiting for a Senior Anatomy Technician (Prosection). HYMS has a reputation as one of the UKs most exciting, contemporary medical schools. £33,002 per annum. Apply by 12th January 2026 uoh.wd103.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Univer...

IAS Magazine #215 just dropped. You’ll find: a deep dive on William G.N. Manley VC CB; a clear HTA consent & body-donation guide; a seasonal anatomy feature “Twelve Cranial Nerves of Christmas”; member stories; and updates on education and workshops. Happy holidays and enjoy the read.

Newcastle University is recruiting a #Cadaveric #Anatomy #Specialist. Lead their facility, oversee embalming and prosecting and help train future medical professionals. £35,608-£37,694 pa. Apply by 25 Nov. jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...

We’re recruiting for a Trainee Anatomy Technician at the University of Birmingham! You’ll train in anatomy lab support, donor preparation, and HTA compliance, with a funded professional qualification. Salary: £27,166–£28,768. Apply by 23 November: tinyurl.com/3c8bva9e

The winner of the Marjorie England Dissection Prize is Desiree Botana, University of Liverpool, for her entry “Posterior Aspect of the Head and Neck.” The judges recognised Desiree’s work for its accuracy, clarity, and contribution to anatomical learning. Congratulations Desiree!

This wax anatomical model of the human face is from the mid 20th century. Models like this would allow students to study teeth and nerves. Each anatomical landmark is numbered.

The Marjorie England Dissection Prize honours excellence in dissection. Merit awards this year go to: • Humayra Tabassum Bakar, University of St Andrews – “A Regional Cadaveric Dissection of the Head, Neck, Thorax and Posterior Abdominal Wall” (continued...)

The winner of the Terrence Williamson Museum Prize is Kirsty Nelson, University of Bristol, for her entry “Exploded Dog Skull.” This preparation combined scientific accuracy with creative display, allowing clear visualisation of the structures! Congratulations Kirsty!

The Terrence Williamson Museum Prize celebrates anatomical preparation. Merit awards this year go to: Amber Foley, Samuel Snowdon and Daniel Heaton, University of Oxford “Preparation of a Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm Pathology Specimen”;

Congratulations to this year's winner of the student dissection prize: Charlotte Kersey, University of Cambridge for her submission “Superficial Dissection of the Right Palm with Reflected Palmar Aponeurosis”. The panel were blown away with your technical skill and knowledge. 👏

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is recruiting two Skills Centre Technicians to join their Surgical Skills team. Both vacancies are full time, one role is permanent, and the other is fixed term (18 months). Apply now via their website: lnkd.in/eQUEZ5_A

The IAS Student Dissection Prize had an excellent field this year. Here are the merit awards (a thread...)

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Brighton and Sussex Medical School is hiring an Anatomy Facility Manager. Lead daily operations, manage the technical team, and support teaching and research. Salary £38,784–£46,049. Apply by 9 Oct 2025: jobs.sussex.ac.uk/job/25dec57c...

IAS awards celebrate excellence in dissection, museum preparation, student dissection, and open entries. Winners receive plaques. Merits reward entries scoring over 75%. www.anatomical-sciences.org.uk/competitions/