Manager Simulation and Clinical Innovation

Department

School of Nursing

Compensation

$96,000.00 to Negotiable Annual

General Description/Primary Purpose

The manager will manage day-to-day operations, optimize resources, and collaborate closely with faculty, students, and external partners to elevate simulation-based education and enhance student success.

Job Functions

Strategic Leadership & Program Development

• Provide strategic direction for the simulation program to ensure alignment with the School of Nursing’s mission and goals.

• Lead the growth and innovation of the Simulation program, positioning it as a regional leader in healthcare education and training.

• Develop and implement a long-term vision for simulation, integrating cutting-edge technology and evidence-based best practices.

Operational Oversight & Administration

• Manage the daily operations of the Simulation Center, including scheduling, equipment use, staffing, and logistics.

• Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and grant funding, maximizing state and external resources to support program growth.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and community partners.

• Communicate ideas, coach, and mentor staff as well as facilitate employment and performance management of Sim Center personnel

Community Engagement & Showcasing the Center

• Represent the Simulation Center to internal and external stakeholders, showcasing its impact and fostering collaborative partnerships.

• Coordinate with healthcare systems, vendors, and community partners to enhance experiential learning opportunities.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Evaluate program effectiveness through data-driven assessment and student outcomes.

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology, secure funding, and expand programming to meet evolving healthcare needs.
  

Required Qualifications

Master's and 1 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.