Job Description
Hiring Department Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Job Description The School of Medicine - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a highly motivated, engaged, and committed Medical Illustrator who is interested in joining a fast-paced, highly productive team.
Our Orthopaedic service talent teams include: Attending Physicians, Fellow/Resident Physicians, Extender Practitioners, Nurses, ATC/OTCs, Clinical Administrative Coordinators, Research Faculty, Research Technical Teams, and Students. Our clinicians have clinical locations in Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville, Liberty, and Springfield. The ideal candidate will play an instrumental role in the success of sustaining our department's mission: advance the clinical, research and teaching components of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri.
This position will partner with departmental staff to support the overall culture and advancement of the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute and C3 Orthopaedics Initiative (Comprehensive, Cutting Edge, Caring Culture), which fosters a fast learning and continuously improving organization to further our mission.
We are looking for someone with the following leadership qualities essential for success in our growing, fast-paced work environment:
• Commitment and Passion
• Transparency
• Initiative for Action
• Ownership and Accountability
• Positive Energy and the Ability to Inspire Others
• Delegation and Empowerment
• Teamwork Focus
• Creativity and Innovation
• Strategic Planning
• Problem Solving
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Position Overview
The Medical Illustrator collaborates with researchers, physicians, residents, and therapists to advance the quality and effectiveness of visual content used in publications, presentations, grant applications, patient education, and internal communications.
This position is customizable - we aim to align your strengths with the areas where your talents can have the greatest impact.
Key Responsibilities:
• Serve as an in-house resource for medical and scientific illustration, graphic design, and visual communication.
• Interpret medical and scientific information into accurate, visually engaging content.
• Apply advanced techniques and knowledge of anatomy and science to effectively communicate to both health professionals and patients.
• Work independently and manage projects from conception through completion.
• Conduct thorough research to ensure scientific and anatomical accuracy in all visuals.
• Consult with physicians, researchers, editors, and others to plan, develop, and refine illustrations and animations.
• Collaborate with printers, publishers, and web developers to ensure artwork displays correctly for its intended use.
• Serve as videographer and edit videos as needed.
• Create patient- and healthcare professional-facing animations and instructional videos.
• Contribute to social media, website content, and outreach initiatives.
• Ensure all illustrations, animations, and videos meet quality, size, and digital format standards and are completed on schedule.
• Follow MU branding and style guidelines to maintain visual consistency.
• Collaborate with other departments across the MU system on visual communication needs.
• Promote services through presentations, website updates, and the creation of promotional materials.
• Advocate for technical and procedural innovation when appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Utilizing Adobe CC applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier Pro, and After Effects
Shift Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Medical Illustration or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
Certification as a medical illustrator required.
Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Medical Illustration or equivalent study and experience is preferred.
Credentials: Proficient in using Adobe CC applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier Pro, and After Effects is preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $25.32-$39.99 Hourly
Grade: PAT-008
University Title: CERTIFIED MEDICAL ILLUSTRATOR
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume.
Community Information Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at .
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Monday to Friday, Shift work,