What are the responsibilities and job description for the Simulation Technology Specialist - Part Time position at The University of Akron?
Hire a part-time staff member to utilize advanced technical knowledge and skills to support collaborative initiatives that enhance simulation based learning and educational outcomes.
Independently coordinates and executes tasks in support of a programs, event, service or department. Serves as point-of-contact to internal and external parties providing both information and assuring service delivery. Must foresee and rectify complications preemptively and in real time.
Student Laboratory Services provides laboratory support to faculty and students in conducting teaching, research and experiments. Support may include routine or non-routine classroom laboratory operations such as inventory control, ordering supplies, maintenance, data interpretation, development and performance of technical protocols and procedures. These positions may design, construct, and upkeep equipment and space. All activities promote and enforce compliance with safety regulations.
Additional Position Information
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. An associate degree and four additional years of directly related professional experience may be substituted for the required bachelor’s degree.
Experience
Requires a minimum of 1 years experience in advanced computer knowledge, and a familiarity with media equipment required. Ability to train users, troubleshoot and resolve problems required. Ability to train users and provide customer service skills required. Strong customer services skills required.
Supervisory Experience Preferred.
Leadership: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.
Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping; periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (Over 25 lbs.--50 lbs.).
Working Conditions: Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions and/'or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems. Near continuous use (>70% of the time) of a video display terminal.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on August 14, 2026.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Cindy Harm
Email
charm@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
Independently coordinates and executes tasks in support of a programs, event, service or department. Serves as point-of-contact to internal and external parties providing both information and assuring service delivery. Must foresee and rectify complications preemptively and in real time.
Student Laboratory Services provides laboratory support to faculty and students in conducting teaching, research and experiments. Support may include routine or non-routine classroom laboratory operations such as inventory control, ordering supplies, maintenance, data interpretation, development and performance of technical protocols and procedures. These positions may design, construct, and upkeep equipment and space. All activities promote and enforce compliance with safety regulations.
Additional Position Information
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. An associate degree and four additional years of directly related professional experience may be substituted for the required bachelor’s degree.
Experience
Requires a minimum of 1 years experience in advanced computer knowledge, and a familiarity with media equipment required. Ability to train users, troubleshoot and resolve problems required. Ability to train users and provide customer service skills required. Strong customer services skills required.
Supervisory Experience Preferred.
Leadership: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.
Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping; periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (Over 25 lbs.--50 lbs.).
Working Conditions: Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions and/'or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems. Near continuous use (>70% of the time) of a video display terminal.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on August 14, 2026.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Cindy Harm
charm@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.