Director of Medical Simulation & Education Strategy

Indiana University of Pennsylvania; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Director of Simulation at Indiana University of Pennsylvania's College of Osteopathic Medicine provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all simulation-based learning initiatives. This role drives program development, faculty training, and interprofessional education to advance education, patient safety, and workforce readiness.

Responsibilities include directing the Simulation Center, supervising the Standardized Patient Program, managing budgets, accreditation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in healthcare education, Simulation, Health Sciences, Education, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Medicine, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare simulation, medical education, clinical education, or a related field.
• Experience supervising professional staff and managing complex programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of simulation-based education methodologies and technologies.
• Experience with budgeting, strategic planning, and project management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for simulation-based education and programs.
• Oversee Simulation Center operations, scheduling, and facilities.
• Supervise SP program and personnel, including coordinators and actors.
• Collaborate with faculty to design and assess simulation experiences.
• Manage budgets, fiscal planning, and accreditation support.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and educational regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in healthcare education, Simulation, Health Sciences, Education, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Medicine, or related field

Doctoral degree (DO, MD, PhD, EdD, DNP, or equivalent)

CHSE certification

CHSOS certification

Job description

The Executive Director of Simulation at Indiana University of Pennsylvania's College of Osteopathic Medicine provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all simulation-based learning initiatives. This role drives program development, faculty training, and interprofessional education to advance education, patient safety, and workforce readiness.

Responsibilities include directing the Simulation Center, supervising the Standardized Patient Program, managing budgets, accreditation