Simulation Lab Technician

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington is seeking a Simulation Operations Specialist to support high‑fidelity education by preparing and maintaining simulation environments and operating simulation technologies.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff, provide on‑site technical assistance during events, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate vendor service requests to ensure equipment readiness and a smooth learning experience for participants.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting simulation-based education is preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities are required.
• Ability to learn new technologies with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain simulation environments for education sessions.
• Operate simulation technologies and ensure equipment readiness.
• Collaborate with faculty, instructors, and leadership to support instructional activities.
• Provide on-site technical assistance during events and simulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and coordinate vendor service requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Technical aptitude

Education

Background in education or healthcare environment

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Working with high fidelity equipment, pushing objects up to 50 Lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Job Summary

The Simulation Operations Specialist supports the delivery of high-quality simulation-based education by preparing and maintaining simulation environments, operating simulation technologies, and ensuring equipment readiness.
This role collaborates with faculty, instructors, and simulation leadership to support instructional activities, provide technical assistance during events, perform preventive maintenance on simulation equipment, and coordinate vendor service requests. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, technologically savvy, and committed to delivering exceptional support in a dynamic, learner-centered environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Windows, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ability to learn new technologies with appropriate training.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Background in education, healthcare environment, coaching, training, and communications preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/15/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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