Temporary Laboratory Coordinator

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Dental Clinic Support Services

Job Title:
Laboratory Coordinator 1

Temporary Classified position limited to no more than 9‑months.

This temporary position provides critical support required for hands‑on learning experiences to first‑ and second‑year undergraduate dental and international students. The role prepares the School of Dental Medicine’s Simulation Clinic, DASH and Technique Lab with equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to support all pre‑clinical learning activities and issues, replaces, and collects materials and instruments to/from students as needed using automated dispensary and inventory control procedures.

• 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.
• Support full‑time staff in ordering, cataloging, and organizing supplies for lab activities.
• Special projects may include spreadsheet development and completion and workflow improvements.

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

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 have basic spreadsheet skills, good attention to detail, and a desire to be part of a supportive team, this role is for you!

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

• Dental experience is desired but not required.

• Strong work ethic.
• Desire to learn.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 20lbs.

The hiring rate for this position has been established at $25‑31/hour, based on experience. The above salary rate represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

Temporary employees are only eligible for sick leave benefits.

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.