Director of Interprofessional Simulation and Emerging
Technology, Associate/Full Professor
Florida Gulf Coast University
Job Summary
The Marieb College of Health & Human Services (MCHHS) at
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) invites applications for a
faculty member to join the college as the Director of
Interprofessional Simulation and Emerging Technology. This
individual will serve as the leader for innovative strategies for
digital and immersive learning across all of our academic units,
fostering Interprofessional Education (IPE). This individual will
also lead scholarship activities around innovative technologies.
The Director will lead the MCHHS faculty and staff through
pedagogical activities including simulation and virtual reality and
coordinate research on the effectiveness of the innovative
technologies in enhancing student learning.
Currently, the college has approximately 1500 sq ft of simulation
space. In the current structure there are some redundancies in the
delivery of education. With a new building (AB 10) in the planning
phase and support from their largest benefactor, the college is
investing in interprofessional simulation and the exploration and
implementation of emerging technologies across all MCHHS
disciplines, assisting the faculty in the delivery of health care
to the community and beyond.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university
dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty
are expected to be excellent teachers; be responsive to changing
professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of
instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to
effective use of technology including eLearning and accelerated
instructional programs; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and
provide service to the college, university, and community. Teaching
assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within
our region.
FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and
collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others
and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive
action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation,
accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home
here.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
- Oversees all administrative operations of the Simulation
Center, including financial management, budget planning and
execution, human resources, academic resources, space utilization,
and operational needs.
Provides strategic leadership and management oversight for the
Simulation Center, including strategic alignment, long-term
planning, mission and vision development, and implementation of
organizational priorities.
Serves as the primary decision-maker within the scope of
responsibility and exercises independent judgment in consultation
with the Dean and in accordance with university policies and
procedures.
Directs and supervises Simulation Center staff; establishes
performance expectations, accountability measures, and operational
priorities; and exercises appropriate authority regarding employee
performance, disciplinary actions, suspensions, and
dismissals.
Fosters interprofessional collaboration in teaching and
learning and leads the development of goals and measurable outcomes
for interprofessional simulation experiences across the MCHHS.
Evaluates staffing needs and collaborates with departments and
entities across the college to optimize resources, strengthen
educational experiences, and minimize duplication and
redundancy.
Evaluates and advances existing and emerging simulation
technologies and innovative teaching methodologies to support
high-quality, current, and effective teaching and learning.
Promotes interprofessional research and scholarship related to
simulation, innovative technologies, and educational
practices.
Identifies and develops alternative revenue opportunities,
including grants and external partnerships, to support the
continued growth and sustainability of the Simulation Center.
Monitors Center activities, outcomes, and stakeholder needs to
identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that
support evolving educational and organizational priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in a
health-related discipline.
- Certified in simulation through Society for Simulation in
Healthcare Certification Council.
- Experience in academic leadership or supervisory roles, such as
Program Coordinator/Director, Department Chair, or other relevant
leadership positions.
- Current rank of Associate or Full Professor, or a record of
academic and professional achievement that meets the qualifications
for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional master's degree/certification(s) in education and
pedagogy.
- Experience teaching courses relevant to aging/gerontology.
- Established research agenda with evidence of extramural
funding.
- Demonstrated record on simulation research.
- Experience with Interprofessional Education (IPE).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of established skill competency,
based on the International Nursing Association for Clinical
Simulation and Learning (INACSL) and Society for Simulation in
Healthcare (SSH) guidelines and standards.
- Knowledge of Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best
PracticeTM.
- Ability to provide effective leadership by delegating authority
and decision-making responsibilities, fostering professional
growth, strengthening team performance, and advancing
organizational priorities.
- Ability to engage productively with faculty across
disciplines.
- Skills in working in a rapidly developing regional
comprehensive university with a focus on creating a
student-learning environment among various academic
disciplines.
- Ability to successfully develop relationships and interact with
external university constituents in construction, business, and
technology and to establish relationships internally.
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor and
coach faculty and students, and participate in regional/national
seminars, workshops and committees.
- Ability to lead continuing education programs.
- Ability to deal effectively with a various range of learners
and to use information technology as a pedagogical and professional
tool.
- Ability to collaborate both within and outside of the
university in the development and delivery of instruction.
- Ability to collaborate with other faculty to develop a shared
vision of the future.
- Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges
with creativity.
- Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and
holding oneself accountable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively
across teams.
Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectations:
In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open to
feedback and new ideas.
- Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work;
persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve
deliverables.
- Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships
across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to
achieve common goals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Appointment will be made at an out-of-unit faculty rank
commensurate with the candidate's experience on a 12-month
out-of-unit multi-year appointment basis with an anticipated start
date of November 2026.
Because applications and materials are subject to public review and
retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send
examples of your project/ scholarship unless requested to do so.
Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks,
slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE
RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to
submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become
the property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law,
applications will be available for public review upon
request.
Required Application Materials:
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research including Simulation
- Licenses and/or Certifications- please submit copies of your
certificate in simulation through Society for Simulation in
Healthcare Certification Council
- Five (5) Professional References
Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled.
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal
Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or
protected veteran status.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.fgcu.edu/jobs/director-of-interprofessional-simulation-and-emerging-technology-associate-full-professor-fort-myers-florida-united-states
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