University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Dental Clinic Support Services

Job Title: Laboratory Coordinator 1

This is a Temporary Classified position limited to no more than 9-months

Job Summary:

This temporary position provides critical support required for hands-on learning experiences to first- and second-year undergraduate dental and international students. This role will serve to prepare the School of Dental Medicine’s Simulation Clinic, DASH and Technique Lab the equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to support all pre-clinical learning activities. This position will also issue, replace, and collect materials and instruments to/from students as needed using automated dispensary and inventory control procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Prepare materials and supplies for variable dental teaching activities in the labs.

·         Work closely with faculty to ensure laboratory sessions run smoothly.

·         Supervise students as they complete learning activities.

·         Ensure the learning activities progress smoothly and efficiently

·         Supports full time staff in ordering, cataloging, and organizing supplies for lab activities

·         Special projects may include spreadsheet development and completion and workflow improvements

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is in Aurora at the CU Anschutz campus.

Why Join Us:

The CU School of Dental Medicine is the premier dental school in the Rocky Mountain region, graduating approximately 120 new dentists each year with broad experience in all phases of general dentistry and dental technology. This role provides a unique opportunity to be part of the pre-clinical training of the next generation of dental professionals. If you are someone who has basic spreadsheet skills, good attention to detail, and a desire to be part of a supportive team, this role is for you!  

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

·         Two (2) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. Substitution: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Dental experience is desired but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Strong work ethic

·         Desire to learn

·         Attention to detail

·         Strong organizational skills

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