Dental Laboratory and Clinical Instructor

Dental Laboratory and Clinical Instructor

Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

In the Lab:

• Teach and supervise students in preclinical dental laboratory courses.
• Demonstrate laboratory procedures, including model work, dental anatomy, impressions, waxing, casting, acrylic processing, and digital workflows.
• Ensure students understand and apply safety protocols and infection-control procedures.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Assess student performance through practical exams, assignments, and skill evaluations.
• Collaborate with faculty to improve laboratory teaching methods and course materials.
• Assist in planning equipment needs and procurement for the dental laboratory.
• Provide guidance and technical support to students during laboratory sessions.

In the Clinic:

• Supervise students in clinical settings, ensuring safe and competent patient care.
• Demonstrate clinical procedures and guide students through diagnostic and therapeutic steps.
• Evaluate students’ clinical competencies and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure compliance with clinical safety, infection control, and professional ethics.
• Oversee patient flow, case documentation, and treatment planning.
• Participate in calibration sessions to maintain consistency among clinical faculty.
• Contribute to curriculum development and improvement of clinical teaching protocols.
• Assist in organizing clinical rotations, schedules, and patient assignments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry (BDS/DDS) from an accredited institution.
• Valid professional license to practice dentistry.
• (Preferred) At least 1–2 years of clinical experience.
• Experience in general dentistry procedures including restorative, periodontics, endodontics, and oral diagnosis.
• (Advantage) Experience in teaching, tutoring, or clinical supervision.