Immersive Simulation Tech Lead

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences invites an innovative Simulation Technical Specialist to lead the technical operations of a state-of-the-art Simulation Center in West Des Moines, IA. You will manage patient simulators, AV systems, and MR technologies while collaborating with faculty to design immersive learning experiences.

The role requires an associate degree or technical certification in computer tech, plus 1 year of experience (5+ years preferred).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in computer technology required.
• One year of experience required; five years preferred.
• Experience with audiovisual and/or information technology and/or simulation technology required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and health-related field desirable.
• Certifications/licenses such as A+, CHSE, CHSOS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations of the Simulation Center, overseeing patient simulators, AV systems, mixed reality technologies, software applications, and networked learning environments.
• Provide expert technical support and training for faculty, staff, and learners, troubleshooting complex simulation systems and optimizing technology to enhance educational outcomes.
• Manage simulation technology assets and lifecycle activities, including equipment acquisition, inventory, preventive maintenance, warranties, upgrades, vendor relationships, and repair coordination.
• Collaborate with educators and stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate innovative simulation experiences, leveraging data, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to advance learning.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through system integration, technical documentation, process development, staff mentoring, budget support, and research of new simulation technologies and solutions.

Skills

Computer hardware

Networking

Helpdesk

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

A/V systems

Simulation software

Mixed reality tech

Job description

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences invites an innovative Simulation Technical Specialist to lead the technical operations of a state-of-the-art Simulation Center in West Des Moines, IA. You will manage patient simulators, AV systems, and MR technologies while collaborating with faculty to design immersive learning experiences.

The role requires an associate degree or technical certification in computer tech, plus 1 year of experience (5+ years preferred).