Adjunct Instructor, Dental Laboratory Technology – Dental Materials

terials Salary $32.23 - $38.30 Hourly Location Durham, NC Job Type Adjunct Instructor (PT) Job Number 26-27-00022 Division Academics and Guided Career Pathways Department Restorative Dental Laboratory Technology Program Opening Date 08/11/2026 Closing Date 9/30/2027 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt Description The instructor of Dental Laboratory Technology is primarily responsible for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction, and for providing those related services and support activities required for optimal student learning and effective educational programming. As a member of the Dental Laboratory Technology program faculty, the instructor is also accountable for assisting and supporting the program director and/or department dean, as needed, in meeting the instructional and curricular requirements of the program, department, and division. ***This posting is part of a pool recruitment process, which means we are collecting applications for potential openings that may arise during the academic year. Please note: This position may not be for an immediate need. Instead, your application will be kept on file and reviewed as opportunities become available.

Pool positions are used to identify qualified candidates in advance, allowing us to fill roles more efficiently when vacancies occur. Examples of Duties Teaching all courses, as assigned, for the full duration of scheduled instruction; Being fully prepared with instructional plans for each class session and in accord with the stated objectives of the course; Enforcing academic policy and procedures at all times, and complying with all other institutional rules and regulations pertinent to classroom instruction and general employment; Being available out of class to student requiring additional assis­tance; Serving as educational advisor to students, as formally required and as otherwise requested or needed by individual students; Assisting in the revision and development of course outlines, syllabi, curriculum plans, and other instructional documentation required to meet program objectives; Contributing to the development and implementation of competency­-based education and for utilizing available educational resources for the improvement of instruction and the creation of teaching materials; Assisting the program director in the identification, preview, and acquisition of needed educational resources, including textbook selection, library materials, laboratory supplies, and other instruc­tional provisions; Participating in registration activities, as assigned, and assisting in the recruitment of students and in the placement of graduates; Participating in program, departmental, divisional, and instructional meetings and other announced activities; Maintaining complete office and student records, as needed; process­ing reports, forms, and all other requested paperwork in a timely, efficient manner, checking for the accuracy, correctness, and com­pleteness of all data; Fulfilling committee assignments and other special appointments within the educational community as well as the community-at-large, and otherwise giving appropriate support to institutional endeavors; Maintaining posted office and on-campus hours sufficient to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations, as well as to meet the needs of the program, department, division, and College; Taking advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for continued professional development, including attendance at off­-campus activities, as feasible, and generally staying abreast of developments in the field of instruction; Assisting the program director in the management of the dental storeroom, annual inventory of expendable dental supplies, annual inventory and preventive maintenance of dental laboratory equipment, and general maintenance of the dental laboratory areas; Assisting the program director in the design and preparation of dental laboratory projects and demonstrations; Maintaining proper communication and supportive relations at all times with all other units and branches of the division and the College, providing assistance to them in carrying out their respective functions; Assuming other necessary responsibilities and performing additional tasks as assigned by the program director and/or department dean in meeting the needs of the program, department, division, and the College. Complete all mandatory training.

Minimum Qualifications

The instructor must possess an associate degree in dental laboratory technology from an accredited program; Must be certified in crown and bridge or ceramics or removable prosthodontics or achieve certification within three years of appointment. Must have completed instruction in educational theory and practice or be willing to work toward that objective. Work Experience: Must also have a minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in a dental laboratory setting beyond the time spent in the training program.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge on various dental laboratory materials and manipulation experience on their uses both analog and digital. Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication/public relation skills; Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills; Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action; Ability to make presentations to large audiences; Excellent computer skills as evidenced by experience with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word. Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality; and Understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job: Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time Ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses Ability to express or exchange ideas Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs. Good eye/hand dexterity Normal Working Hours: Specific work hours are to be determined by the scheduled class hours and by consultation with the supervisor. Hours are not guaranteed but are based on student enrollment and faculty needs.

This position is not eligible for benefits. For more information, please visit Employee Categories and Benefits Eligibility . 01 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed? Less than High School High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree 02 Do you possess an associate degree in dental laboratory technology from an accredited program? Yes No 03 Are you certified in crown and bridge, ceramics, or removable prosthodontics, or are you able to achieve certification within three years of appointment?

Yes No 04 Have you completed instruction in educational theory and practice, or are you willing to work toward completing it? Yes No 05 Do you have at least five (5) years of work experience in a dental laboratory setting beyond the time spent in your training program? Yes No Required Question Employer Durham Technical Community College Address 1637 East Lawson Street Durham, North Carolina, 27703 Phone 919-536-7244-5101 919-536-7200 Website https://www.durhamtech.edu/ Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Careers at Durham Technical Community College Job Opportunities Menu Close Menu Careers at Durham Technical Community College Job Opportunities Student Employment Opportunities Class Specifications Email Job Alerts Help & Support Translate Support Job Application Job Details Applying as: | Support Close Close Cancel Clear SIGN Save We've updated our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Please, read and accept changes.

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