MEDICAL SIMULATION SPECIALIST

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX seeks a Medical Simulation Specialist to manage and operate high- and low-fidelity simulators and multimedia equipment for learners across programs.

You will train faculty and students, troubleshoot systems, and help design realistic scenarios. A Bachelor's degree and 1 year of related experience are required; some travel and weekend work may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Health Science, Instructional Design, or a related field from an accredited university.
• One year of experience operating and maintaining complex medical simulators, multimedia, and/or audiovisual equipment.
• Excellent communication, computer, organizational skills, and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day operation and setups of simulators and multimedia for learners.
• Integrates and operates simulation tech including cameras, projectors, mixers, software.
• Provides faculty and student instruction on simulators and equipment.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and maintains simulators and peripherals.
• Transforms medical case scenarios into realistic learning environments.

Skills

Simulation equipment operation

AV equipment troubleshooting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Simulation computers

Projectors

Video cameras

Audio/video mixers

Editing software

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SRGV9192

Working Title

Working Title MEDICAL SIMULATION SPECIALIST

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Department

Department School of Nursing

FTE

FTE 1

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Scope of Job

Collaborates with educators to create lifelike medical simulation productions so that learners may practice their lifesaving skills and behaviors.

Description of Duties

• Manages the day-to-day operation and setups of complex low and high-fidelity medical simulators and multimedia equipment and supplies for learners, ranging from high school students, community healthcare partners (e.g., paramedics, Border Patrol agents, etc.), to practicing physicians.
• Integrates, maintains and operates the simulation computer and audio/video technology, including the use of digital video cameras, projectors, audio/video mixers, editing software, and graphic design software.
• Provides faculty and student instruction on use of simulators, equipment and other technology.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and provides technical support for all simulation operations, including preparation, maintenance and repair of patient simulators (software and hardware) and related multimedia peripherals.
• Transforms medical case scenarios into realistic simulated learning environments through software programming.
• Monitors inventory for disposable supplies and pharmacy supplies.
• Coordinates supply orders and assesses course needs.
• Researches and recommends emerging technologies and tools for use in classroom, online and simulation center settings.
• Maintains the operational integrity of the simulation center.
• Maintains the simulation center as a clean, safe, and optimal learning environment with properly functioning equipment.
• Conducts tours and assists with duties within the daily operation of the simulation hospital.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Health Science, Instructional Design, or a related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience operating and maintaining complex medical simulators, multimedia, and/or audio visual equipment.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment, complex high-fidelity medical simulators and multimedia equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Excellent communication, computer, organizational skills, and problem solving abilities required. Must be able to effectively collaborate with subject matter experts on educational projects. Must be able to integrate and acquire a basic level of proficiency in the healthcare field. Educational experience is preferred, such as tutoring or classroom teaching at the secondary or post-secondary level.

Physical Capabilities

Employment Category

Employment Category Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

Position Available Date 10/19/2026

Grant Funded Position

Grant Funded Position No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).