Nursing Simulation Centre (NSC) Assistant

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Alberta is looking for a Recurring Auxiliary to support the Nursing Simulation Centre (NSC) at North Campus Edmonton. The role involves hands-on lab setup, equipment maintenance, and delivering simulated learning experiences, including iVR and other simulations.

You will respond to student and faculty inquiries, coordinate scheduling, and provide AV support. The position requires flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during the academic year.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Business or office administration training is an asset.
• Experience with MS Office, Zoom and Google is essential.
• Familiarity with SupplyNet is an asset.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.
• Experience with audio-visual equipment and immersive learning technologies is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily and weekly lab schedules, equipment needs, and room setups under NSC leadership.
• Prepare, setup, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation equipment and supplies.
• Operate iVR equipment and software for scheduled activities and support sessions.
• Provide orientation and technical support for simulation and iVR activities; troubleshoot issues.
• Manage equipment inventory, safety resources, and storage; handle purchases and asset disposal.
• Provide administrative and operational support to NSC leadership and staff.

Skills

MS Office

Zoom

Google Apps

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Office administration training

Tools

SupplyNet

iVR hardware

Job description

Job Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This position has an expected end date of June 30, 2029 and has an inactive period from July 1st to August 31st each year.

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This position has an expected end date of June 30, 2029 and has an inactive period from July 1st to August 31st each year.

Location

- This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Reporting to the Nursing Simulation Centre (NSC) Operations Lead and working closely with the NSC Executive Director, this Recurring Auxiliary position plays an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Nursing Simulation Centre (NSC) and delivering engaging, hands‑on learning experiences. This position is inactive during July and August.

The successful candidate will support lab setups, inventory ordering, and clinical laboratory equipment maintenance, while also assisting with administrative duties and the delivery of simulated learning experiences, including iVR, vSim, standardized patient simulations, and other simulation activities.

This position provides frontline support to students and faculty by responding to inquiries related to NSC services, resources, and simulated learning. The incumbent also acts as a liaison with internal and external contacts and coordinates audio‑visual support for lab teaching.

The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, adaptable, and service‑oriented, with an interest in supporting innovative approaches to nursing education. The position requires flexibility to work the full range of lab teaching hours as needed, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• With guidance from the NSC Operations Lead, coordinate daily and weekly simulation lab schedules, equipment requirements, room setups, tours, special bookings, and extended-hour support.
• Prepare, set up, maintain, clean, store, and troubleshoot simulation equipment and supplies, ensuring labs are safe, orderly, fully stocked, and operationally ready.
• Prepare, configure, and operate iVR equipment and software for scheduled learning activities, including launching simulations, managing casting, and supporting students and instructors during live sessions.
• Provide orientation and technical support for simulation and iVR activities; troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, login, and synchronization issues and  escalate unresolved issues as required.
• Manage equipment, inventory, consumable supplies, safety resources, maintenance, charging, updates, security, and storage, including receiving, tracking, and disposal of equipment and materials.
• Provide administrative and operational support to NSC leadership, including scheduling, purchasing, policies and procedures, course and lab materials, visitor coordination, maintenance and security issues, and special projects.
• Support onboarding and knowledge sharing for staff and casual personnel and contribute to improving simulation and iVR workflows, procedures, documentation, and consistent operational practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• Business or office administration training and/or experience is an asset
• Working knowledge of WHMIS, TDG, fire security, and building security is an asset
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word and Access), Zoom and Google; experience with SupplyNet is an asset.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment (i.e., adaptable to change, flexible, and ability to independently solve problems as they arise)
• Familiarity with audio‑visual equipment, simulation technologies, Smart Classrooms, and immersive learning technologies.
• Experience coordinating operational supplies, equipment inventory, and low‑dollar purchasing processes in a clinical, simulation, or educational environment is an asset.
• Experience in a clinical setting is an asset
• Ability to learn and operate specialized immersive virtual reality (iVR) hardware and software platforms in a live instructional environment.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills related to simulation, audio‑visual, and immersive learning technologies.
• Ability to support multiple concurrent operational and technical activities in fast‑paced simulation and learning environments.

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non‑Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

About Us

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross‑section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more .

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.

About The Team

The Faculty of Nursing is ranked #1 in Western Canada and #7 globally (QS World Rankings). It offers five CASN-accredited undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs, including a PhD in Nursing. With over 1,700 students and strong partnerships across Alberta, the faculty leads innovative, high-impact research to meet the health needs of diverse communities and address global health challenges.