Job Description
Job Description
Senior Cosmetic Dental Ceramist
Employment Type : Full-time
Compensation : $115,000–$150,000 base, commensurate with skill and portfolio. Relocation assistance and / or sign-on bonus available.
Location : Onsite with a ~10-person team
About the Lab
Boutique, high-end cosmetic laboratory blending traditional artistry with advanced digital workflows. The team values craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous learning—prioritizing quality over speed or volume. Leadership is hands-on and mentorship-oriented, with close collaboration alongside dentists to achieve functionally sound, beautifully aesthetic results.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the aesthetic portion of high-end cosmetic cases with hand-layered feldspathic veneers as a core focus.
- Own case planning in partnership with clinicians, including occlusion, function, and esthetic design.
- Execute end-to-end workflows that integrate digital and analog techniques (scans / design / milling / 3D printing with meticulous hand finishing).
- Participate in case reviews, shade / photo analysis, try-ins, and iterative refinement with doctors.
- Contribute to lab standards, best practices, and continuous improvement of materials and techniques.
- Support education internally (peer workshops) and externally (select lectures / demos) as appropriate.
You’ll Thrive Here If You Have
Demonstrated mastery in hand-layered feldspathic porcelain , esthetics, and surface texture characterization.Strong command of occlusion, function, and treatment planning for advanced cosmetic cases.Solid digital workflow fluency (e.g., design coordination, CAM readiness; Exocad / 3Shape familiarity a plus).A portfolio that showcases high-end cosmetic outcomes; skill and merit outweigh formal certifications (CDT / MDT not required).A collaborative mindset, clear communication, and pride in artisanal quality.Tools & Technology
Integrated CAD / CAM pipeline with milling machines and 3D printers .Modern photography / shade systems and calibrated color management.Digitally savvy leadership that supports innovation and smooth adoption of new tools.Professional Development & Growth
Sponsorship opportunities for ACD accreditation .Regular workshops and lectures led by senior leadership (advanced porcelain layering, material science, esthetics).Continuing education support (conferences, courses).Professionally managed social media presence; commission-based rewards may be available for new accounts you help attract.Teaching and speaking opportunities for qualified team members.Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, PTO; retirement plan / 401(k)Relocation assistance and / or sign-on incentives for top-tier talent.Inclusive, low-pressure environment focused on excellence and sustainable workloads.