Director, Immersive Simulation Center

Quinnipiac University; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinnipiac University’s School of Nursing invites applications for the Executive Director of Simulation, the inaugural leader responsible for building an immersive practice and collaborative training center from the ground up in North Haven, CT. The role anchors operations, staff development, curriculum integration, and policy governance across health sciences.

Reporting to the Provost, you will partner with Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences to design, implement, and continuously improve

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a health, nursing, education, or related field; Doctoral degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the center, including scheduling, staffing, equipment readiness, and facility use across simulation modalities.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop simulation staff including hiring, performance management, and professional development.
• Partner with faculty to design, integrate, and improve simulation-based curricula, debriefing practices, and competency assessments.
• Manage the center's annual budget, including procurement, maintenance contracts, and supply forecasting.
• Maintain accreditation and SSH compliance; lead self-study and review processes.
• Evaluate and implement simulation equipment and technologies in coordination with IT and instructional partners.
• Provide faculty development and training in simulation pedagogy, scenario design, and debriefing methods.

Skills

Strong analytical thinking

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal and facilitation skills

Leadership and team management

Project management

Budget management

Policy and procedure development

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quinnipiac University’s School of Nursing invites applications for the Executive Director of Simulation, the inaugural leader responsible for building an immersive practice and collaborative training center from the ground up in North Haven, CT. The role anchors operations, staff development, curriculum integration, and policy governance across health sciences.

Reporting to the Provost, you will partner with Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences to design, implement, and continuously improve