Asst/Assoc Dean - Simulation & Experiential Learning

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida invites applications for the position of Assistant Dean or Associate Dean for Simulation and Experiential Learning. The successful candidate will lead the Simulation and Experiential Learning Center, advancing innovative learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.

The role oversees simulation operations, faculty development, accreditation, and partnerships to support student success and clinical competency.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or highest degree appropriate in field with record of teaching, research and service.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in simulation, experiential learning, nursing education, or healthcare education.
• Experience supervising and developing faculty/staff.
• Expertise in simulation-based education, curriculum integration, assessment, and accreditation.
• Ability to lead organizational change, build partnerships, and foster high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision and daily operations of the Simulation and Experiential Learning Center.
• Integrate simulation and experiential learning across undergraduate and graduate nursing curricula.
• Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based simulation experiences.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation, regulatory standards, and simulation best practices.
• Support faculty development in simulation pedagogy, debriefing, and curriculum integration.
• Develop partnerships with clinical, community, and interprofessional education partners.
• Recruit, mentor, supervise, and evaluate simulation faculty and staff.
• Manage budgets, facilities, simulation technologies, and educational resources.
• Represent the College through professional organizations and simulation initiatives.
• Promote a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, inclusion, and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership

Simulation education

Curriculum integration

Assessment

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

University of South Florida invites applications for the position of Assistant Dean or Associate Dean for Simulation and Experiential Learning. The successful candidate will lead the Simulation and Experiential Learning Center, advancing innovative learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.

The role oversees simulation operations, faculty development, accreditation, and partnerships to support student success and clinical competency.