Immersive Learning Tech Specialist (XR/Unity)

Merced College; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 63,902 - 80,843; Full time

Job summary

Merced College seeks an Educational Technology Specialist to drive immersive learning through Unity-based simulations. You will support the Dreamscape Lab, deploy XR experiences across Meta VR and spatial devices, and research emergent XR tools for curriculum impact.

The role demands hands-on development, strong collaboration with the Innovation Team, and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software in a college setting. Join a mission-driven campus in California’s Central Valley.

Qualifications

• Experience with educational technology and immersive learning environments.
• Ability to develop simulations across XR platforms such as Meta VR.
• Strong hardware/software troubleshooting in classroom tech contexts.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and supports multimedia and classroom technology components.
• Trains faculty on educational software and classroom integration.
• Troubleshoots and repairs multimedia equipment and related software.

Skills

Unity development

XR platforms knowledge

Troubleshooting hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree + certifications

Associate's degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + journeyman training + 2 years experience

Three years experience or equivalent

Tools

DreamWeaver

PowerPoint

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Merced College seeks an Educational Technology Specialist to drive immersive learning through Unity-based simulations. You will support the Dreamscape Lab, deploy XR experiences across Meta VR and spatial devices, and research emergent XR tools for curriculum impact.

The role demands hands-on development, strong collaboration with the Innovation Team, and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software in a college setting. Join a mission-driven campus in California’s Central Valley.