Instructor, Simulation Learning Centre

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Regina; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic invites applications for an Instructor, Simulation Learning Centre at the Regina Campus. The role leads the Simulation Centre operations across hospital lab and high-fidelity units, partnering with faculty to embed simulation in the curriculum and advance hands-on learning.

Qualified applicants hold a nursing degree, CRNS active status, and 2+ years of RN experience with strong instructional and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (RN) from an approved school.
• Eligible for registration (active status) with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan.
• A minimum of two years recent and relevant experience as a registered nurse.
• Effective communication skills (written and oral).
• Effective interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.
• Effective instructional ability.
• Demonstrated skills in using technologies to support education and learning activities.
• Ability to apply theory, practices and principles of adult education.
• Small group facilitation and teaching interaction skills.
• Ability to arrange, maintain and evaluate resources.
• Demonstrates valuing diversity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Simulation Centre for the Hospital Lab and High Fidelity Technology units.
• Collaborate with faculty to determine simulation applications and integrate into curriculum.
• Develop and revise scenario content.
• Plan and schedule simulation events and manage supplies.
• Develop policies and procedures for the centre.
• Create evaluation tools to measure simulation effectiveness.
• Monitor simulations and provide feedback on student progress.
• Foster inter-professional learning opportunities in the SC.
• Coordinate scheduling with professional services staff.
• Maintain relationships with internal faculties and external partners.
• Collaborate with other institutions and vendors in simulation education.
• Work with Virtual Campus to develop virtual lab opportunities.
• Participate in stakeholder activities and related projects.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional ability

Adult education

Small group facilitation

Resource management

Diversity valuing

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech’s Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025–2030.
In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration.

Competition Number

Competition Number P17880

Posting Title

Posting Title Instructor, Simulation Learning Centre

Classification

Classification Instructor

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus

Other Location(s)

Building

Building Regina Campus, Parkway Building

Other Building

Other Building Regina Campus, Main Building

Date Posted

Date Posted 09/08/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 09/17/2026

JIQ #

Start Date

Start Date 10/05/2026

End Date

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing Yes

Category of work

Category of work Full Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Faculty Association

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 1442.75 hours

Salary Range

Salary Range As per Academic Salary Grid

Temporary Market Stipend

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

Full time schedule, 199 days per academic year.
Evenings and weekends may be required.

Posting Status

Posting Status Open

Special Instructions to Applicants

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech’s Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025–2030.
In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration.

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

Job Duties

1. In consultation with the Program Head, provide leadership support for the Simulation Centre (SC) for both the Hospital Lab unit and High Fidelity Technology unit. 2. Collaborate with faculty in the SC and other internal programs to:

• Determine appropriate simulation technology applications;
• Determine scenario content;
• Integrate the use of technology and simulation in the curriculum;
• Orientate faculty, staff and students in the use of simulators;
• Facilitate the delivery of simulated clinical experience/scenarios;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of simulation experiences.

3. Assist co-faculty to develop and revise specific scenario content. 4. Collaborate and assist the simulation technician and senior simulation assistant with planning and scheduling simulation events including developing and managing processes for packaging, processing and distribution of supplies. 5. Collaborate in development and maintenance of policies and procedures. 6. Assist in the development of evaluation tools to determine the effectiveness of simulation experiences. 7. Monitor simulation events (scenarios) in conjunction with program faculty to evaluate student progress and provide feedback related to simulation experiences. 8. Work with programs to create inter-professional learning opportunities in the SC. 9. Collaborate with senior simulation assistant with scheduling professional services staff. 10. Establish and maintain internal relationships with faculty in the Science and Health and Nursing Divisions. 11. Establish and maintain external relationships with counterparts from other educational institutions, simulation lab professionals, vendors, representatives of the community, health industry and health education leaders, nationally and internationally. 12. Collaborate with Virtual Campus for development of virtual lab opportunities. 13. Participate in program, division, Campus, SaskPolytech, industry and professional or other stakeholder activities. 14. Travel may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Specific Accountabilities

Duties

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

1.Completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing (RN) from an approved school. 2. Eligible for registration (active status) with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan. 3.A minimum of two years recent and relevant experience as a registered nurse 4.Effective communication skills (written and oral). 5.Effective interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills. 6.Effective instructional ability. 7.Demonstrated skills and experience in the appropriate selection and use of various technologies and delivery methods to support education and learning activities. 8.Ability to apply theory, practices and principles of adult education. 9.Small group facilitation skills and leading, modelling and teaching interaction skills. 10. Ability to arrange, maintain and evaluate resources. 11.Demonstrates valuing diversity

Desired QSA

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