Simulation Center IT & Education Specialist

Fairfield University; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University’s Austin Campus is seeking a Simulation & IT Specialist to provide operational support for the Egan Simulation Center and related labs. The role includes managing inventory, supporting classroom technologies, and collaborating with faculty to enhance instructional experiences at the Austin campus.

The candidate will program and run simulation scenarios, troubleshoot equipment, and mentor staff on various technologies, ensuring seamless teaching and learning across courses.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum experience in healthcare simulation.
• At least 2 years of IT/technology experience.
• Ability to lift and move simulation equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily maintenance, safety, and organization of the simulation center.
• Set up and break down equipment stations for courses and practice sessions.
• Collaborate with faculty to determine educational needs each semester.
• Serve as simulator operator: program, test, and run scenarios with instructors.
• Repair or resolve problems with technical equipment and escalate to vendors when needed.
• Maintain inventory levels and manage hardware/software updates.
• Develop and deliver instructional short courses and video tutorials on supported technologies.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Simulator technology

LMS (Blackboard)

Microsoft Office 365

Customer service

A/V troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in technology, education, health professions or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Fairfield University’s Austin Campus is seeking a Simulation & IT Specialist to provide operational support for the Egan Simulation Center and related labs. The role includes managing inventory, supporting classroom technologies, and collaborating with faculty to enhance instructional experiences at the Austin campus.

The candidate will program and run simulation scenarios, troubleshoot equipment, and mentor staff on various technologies, ensuring seamless teaching and learning across courses.