Manager, Dental Laboratory

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Dental Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations and staff in Pittsburgh. The ideal candidate will manage quality control, integrate digital dental technologies, and provide mentorship to faculty and students. With a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, the role demands strong leadership in a dynamic environment. This full-time position operates on an on-campus schedule, offering an opportunity to contribute to innovative dental education programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in laboratory management or a similar field.
• Certified Dental Technician certification required.
• Experience in developing workflows that integrate traditional and digital techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory operations and staff to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Lead integration of digital dental technologies into workflows.
• Collaborate with faculty and provide mentorship to students and residents.

Skills

Laboratory management

Quality control

Digital dental technologies

Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Intraoral scanning

CAD/CAM design

3D printing

Job description

Manages a team of laboratory staff on day-to-day production and quality control, and helps design and implement innovative workflows that integrate traditional and digital techniques.

Dent Med-Clinical Affairs

• Supervise, develop, manage and coordinate all laboratory operations, staff, and workflow to ensure high-quality outcomes and timely case completion.
• Establish and assess key performance indicators for lab operations and efficiencies.
• Oversee inventory management, material ordering, and laboratory budget in collaboration with administrative leadership.
• Lead the integration of digital dental technologies, including intraoral scanning, CAD/CAM design, 3D printing, and digital fabrication workflows.
• Develop and maintain quality assurance and infection control protocols to ensure compliance with University and OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and program directors to align laboratory services with predoctoral and postdoctoral educational needs.
• Provide mentorship and hands‑on guidance to students, residents, and faculty in both traditional and digital laboratory techniques.
• Support and participate in research and innovation initiatives related to dental materials, manufacturing, and digital technology.
• Supporting school lab services inside and outside the school with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the School in professional and academic communities, including continuing education, conferences, and industry collaborations.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the school’s new internal laboratory and assist in future programmatic growth.
• Maintaining equipment and organizing service calls for all labs.
• Organize and provide CE (hands‑on) for all faculty, students, residents, lab technicians, and outside professionals.

Essential Functions

The Denal Laboratory Manager will oversee a team of laboratory staff, manage day-to-day production and quality control, and help design and implement innovative workflows that integrate traditional and digital techniques. This position also plays a key role in the development of the school’s new Digital Dental Technology Program and supports faculty, residents, and students through collaboration, technical training, and mentorship.

Physical Effort

• Office and laboratory setting.
• Periodic standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motion.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Manager - Dental Laboratory

Job Family

Health Professionals

Job Sub-Family

Clinical Dental

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement.

Required Licensure/Certification

• Certified Dental Technician

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable