Simmons University
Assistant Director for Simulation
About Simmons University Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University is a private college dedicated to empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Founded 125 years ago, Simmons offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. The university is committed to inclusive excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary The Assistant Director for Simulation is a 12‑month contract faculty leadership position reporting to the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education. The Assistant Director supervises the School of Nursing Simulation Center, provides clinical, educational, and technical expertise, and ensures the highest quality simulation learning activities across SON programs. The role includes administrative and teaching responsibilities, collaborates with nursing leadership to align simulation programs with accreditation standards, and serves as an expert in simulation‑based education.
Curriculum Management Responsibilities
Mentors and supports nursing faculty in their role in the Simulation Center and collaborates with leaders in the SON to develop simulation scenarios and ensure that simulation education requirements are aligned with accreditation requirements and specific program outcomes.
Works collaboratively with faculty to ensure effective progressive scaffolding of simulated learning experiences.
Maintains proficiency in existing and emerging trends in the use of simulation and virtual reality in healthcare education, including theory, design, and implementation through networking, literature review, evaluating new methods and material, and professional development opportunities.
Monitors and maintains academic policies within the SON and specific to the simulation program.
Reviews, evaluates, and recommends simulation offerings in collaboration with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Program Directors, coordinator(s), and faculty.
Promotes the development of interdisciplinary simulation curricula and research.
Collaborates with the Simulation Educator in coordinating and leading faculty mentoring and faculty development programs in simulation.
Oversees adherence to professional standards and best practices, in consultation with the Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, and faculty.
In consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, and Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, ensure that requirements for SON accreditation are being met.
Participates in the SON accreditation and/or Board approval activities.
Participates in the undergraduate and graduate nursing program evaluation plans.
Administrative Responsibilities
Implements a strategic plan for the Simulation Center that links to the mission, goals, and objectives of the programs and sustainability in consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Program Directors, faculty, and staff in the SON.
In collaboration with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Operations Director, and Simulation team, plans for new revenue innovations using the Simulation Center.
Implements policies, procedures, and protocols consistent with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Center and the SON, supports strategic decision‑making, and is consistent with safe and effective operations.
Oversees the use and operations of the Simulation Center resources, including simulation and lab space, equipment, and personnel.
Develops staffing and scheduling models to optimize utilization of simulation assets, in collaboration with the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education.
Analyzes processes, work operations, quality records, and other data sources to identify opportunities for improvement and challenges to achieving stated outcomes and to collaboratively develop solutions.
Works with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, and Operations Director to identify intermediate and long‑term budget needs that include forecasting staff, equipment procurement, hardware and software replacement cycles, human and other resources.
Provides leadership with technology innovation and applications with patient simulation systems and support technology.
Implements strategic planning to secure future accreditation of the Simulation Center.
Assists in recruitment, hiring, supervision, and evaluation of simulation personnel in consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, and Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education.
Management Responsibilities, Including Student‑Facing
Serves as a resource to liaise with external partners, Student Affairs, Accessibility Services, Office of Advising, Career Education Center, faculty, and students.
Assists with resolving complex student issues.
Participates in the School‑wide strategic planning as well as that of the Simulation Center.
Participates in the development of strong campus and community partnerships.
Provides visionary leadership for the simulation program and grant‑funded educational initiatives and partnerships.
Participates in the recruitment and admissions of students.
Faculty Management Role
Oversees the Simulation Center (includes Skills and Health Assessment labs) faculty and staff hiring processes in collaboration with the Operations Director, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Associate Dean, Dean, HR, and the Provost's Office.
In concert with the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, the Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, the Associate Dean, and the Dean, manages and coordinates the simulation faculty and staff review processes.
Works with the academic leadership team in relation to sensitive faculty dismissal processes when necessary.
Advocates for equitable allocation of capital resources required to support faculty scholarship and student learning objectives consistent with professional standards and best practices.
Provides leadership and promotes professional simulation development within the faculty.
Teaching Responsibilities
This position carries simulation teaching responsibilities. The Director will have teaching responsibilities spread throughout the 12‑month contract period as determined by the Dean, based on the program needs.
Other Duties
Other responsibilities as determined by the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Chair of Graduate School of Nursing, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Associate Dean, or Dean.
Qualifications / Skills
Master's degree in Nursing and a minimum of 5 years of clinical patient experience required.
Terminal degree (PhD, DNP, DNSc) preferred.
A demonstrated track record of success in leading and building educational projects or programs.
5 years of direct job‑related experience such as experience in program coordination, simulation development, virtual simulation scenario development, and/or interprofessional simulation practice experience.
Preferred Certification/Licensing: Certified Health Simulation Educator (CHSE).
Ability to build and manage budgets.
Creative problem solver.
Strong and effective communicator.
Ability to motivate and build consensus among faculty.
Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues to strengthen, coordinate, integrate, and implement the goals established by the SON.
Terms of Service The Assistant Director for Simulation is a 12‑month contract faculty role with administrative and teaching responsibilities. This is a Boston‑based on‑campus position.
Required Application Materials To apply, please submit a cover letter (including the title of the position for which you are applying), a CV, a teaching statement, and a leadership philosophy.
Instructions to Applicants Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (“My Experience”) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
To Apply To apply, visit
https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Assistant-Director-for-Simulation_R11081
Equal Opportunity Statement Simmons University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum. Simmons University encourages applications from all under‑represented groups and is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices at all levels, for all positions, ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience.
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Job Summary The Assistant Director for Simulation is a 12‑month contract faculty leadership position reporting to the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education. The Assistant Director supervises the School of Nursing Simulation Center, provides clinical, educational, and technical expertise, and ensures the highest quality simulation learning activities across SON programs. The role includes administrative and teaching responsibilities, collaborates with nursing leadership to align simulation programs with accreditation standards, and serves as an expert in simulation‑based education.
Curriculum Management Responsibilities
Mentors and supports nursing faculty in their role in the Simulation Center and collaborates with leaders in the SON to develop simulation scenarios and ensure that simulation education requirements are aligned with accreditation requirements and specific program outcomes.
Works collaboratively with faculty to ensure effective progressive scaffolding of simulated learning experiences.
Maintains proficiency in existing and emerging trends in the use of simulation and virtual reality in healthcare education, including theory, design, and implementation through networking, literature review, evaluating new methods and material, and professional development opportunities.
Monitors and maintains academic policies within the SON and specific to the simulation program.
Reviews, evaluates, and recommends simulation offerings in collaboration with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Program Directors, coordinator(s), and faculty.
Promotes the development of interdisciplinary simulation curricula and research.
Collaborates with the Simulation Educator in coordinating and leading faculty mentoring and faculty development programs in simulation.
Oversees adherence to professional standards and best practices, in consultation with the Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, and faculty.
In consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, and Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, ensure that requirements for SON accreditation are being met.
Participates in the SON accreditation and/or Board approval activities.
Participates in the undergraduate and graduate nursing program evaluation plans.
Administrative Responsibilities
Implements a strategic plan for the Simulation Center that links to the mission, goals, and objectives of the programs and sustainability in consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Program Directors, faculty, and staff in the SON.
In collaboration with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Operations Director, and Simulation team, plans for new revenue innovations using the Simulation Center.
Implements policies, procedures, and protocols consistent with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Center and the SON, supports strategic decision‑making, and is consistent with safe and effective operations.
Oversees the use and operations of the Simulation Center resources, including simulation and lab space, equipment, and personnel.
Develops staffing and scheduling models to optimize utilization of simulation assets, in collaboration with the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education.
Analyzes processes, work operations, quality records, and other data sources to identify opportunities for improvement and challenges to achieving stated outcomes and to collaboratively develop solutions.
Works with the Dean, Associate Dean, Graduate School of Nursing Chair, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, and Operations Director to identify intermediate and long‑term budget needs that include forecasting staff, equipment procurement, hardware and software replacement cycles, human and other resources.
Provides leadership with technology innovation and applications with patient simulation systems and support technology.
Implements strategic planning to secure future accreditation of the Simulation Center.
Assists in recruitment, hiring, supervision, and evaluation of simulation personnel in consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, and Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education.
Management Responsibilities, Including Student‑Facing
Serves as a resource to liaise with external partners, Student Affairs, Accessibility Services, Office of Advising, Career Education Center, faculty, and students.
Assists with resolving complex student issues.
Participates in the School‑wide strategic planning as well as that of the Simulation Center.
Participates in the development of strong campus and community partnerships.
Provides visionary leadership for the simulation program and grant‑funded educational initiatives and partnerships.
Participates in the recruitment and admissions of students.
Faculty Management Role
Oversees the Simulation Center (includes Skills and Health Assessment labs) faculty and staff hiring processes in collaboration with the Operations Director, Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Associate Dean, Dean, HR, and the Provost's Office.
In concert with the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, the Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, the Associate Dean, and the Dean, manages and coordinates the simulation faculty and staff review processes.
Works with the academic leadership team in relation to sensitive faculty dismissal processes when necessary.
Advocates for equitable allocation of capital resources required to support faculty scholarship and student learning objectives consistent with professional standards and best practices.
Provides leadership and promotes professional simulation development within the faculty.
Teaching Responsibilities
This position carries simulation teaching responsibilities. The Director will have teaching responsibilities spread throughout the 12‑month contract period as determined by the Dean, based on the program needs.
Other Duties
Other responsibilities as determined by the Director of Pre‑licensure Nursing Clinical Education, Chair of Graduate School of Nursing, Pre‑licensure Nursing Program Administrator, Associate Dean, or Dean.
Qualifications / Skills
Master's degree in Nursing and a minimum of 5 years of clinical patient experience required.
Terminal degree (PhD, DNP, DNSc) preferred.
A demonstrated track record of success in leading and building educational projects or programs.
5 years of direct job‑related experience such as experience in program coordination, simulation development, virtual simulation scenario development, and/or interprofessional simulation practice experience.
Preferred Certification/Licensing: Certified Health Simulation Educator (CHSE).
Ability to build and manage budgets.
Creative problem solver.
Strong and effective communicator.
Ability to motivate and build consensus among faculty.
Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues to strengthen, coordinate, integrate, and implement the goals established by the SON.
Terms of Service The Assistant Director for Simulation is a 12‑month contract faculty role with administrative and teaching responsibilities. This is a Boston‑based on‑campus position.
Required Application Materials To apply, please submit a cover letter (including the title of the position for which you are applying), a CV, a teaching statement, and a leadership philosophy.
Instructions to Applicants Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (“My Experience”) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
To Apply To apply, visit
https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Assistant-Director-for-Simulation_R11081
Equal Opportunity Statement Simmons University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum. Simmons University encourages applications from all under‑represented groups and is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices at all levels, for all positions, ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience.
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