Simulation Specialist

Location AE

Organization Name Clinical Skills and Simulation Training - Academic Affairs

About University        

The newly-established Khalifa University of Science and Technology  combines The Masdar Institute of  Science and Technology, Khalifa University of  Science, Technology and Research and The  Petroleum Institute into one world-class,research-intensive institution, seamlessly integrating research and education to produce world leaders and  critical thinkers in applied science and engineering. Khalifa University of  Science and Technology endeavors to be a leader among research intensive  universities of the 21st century, while catalyzing the growth of Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s rapidly developing knowledge economy.

Brief Description        

The Simulation Specialist manages simulation room, supports Inter Professional Education, immersive simulation experiences, and other scheduled patient simulation learning activities and is primarily responsible for integrating, maintaining and operating the computer and audio/video (A/V) technology including the manikin and surrounding simulation lab equipment.

Detailed Description        

Operational Responsibilities

• Provide resources to the medical course at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.
• Ensure the successful operation of all technical aspects of the simulation training while maintaining the skills laboratories at the highest possible readiness level.
• Act as a key point of contact for simulation equipment and resolve requests pertaining to equipment, and training scenarios.
• Ensure all equipment is setup and working correctly prior to simulation training sessions.
• Conduct ongoing maintenance of all simulation equipment, including cleaning and repairing, assuring that all equipment is maintained and in good working order at all times.  Maintain accurate inventory of equipment, including equipment that has been lent or moved location for a teaching event.
• Ensure the appropriate consumables are available for all teaching/examination events and maintain an accurate inventory of supplies required for each event.
• Provide recommendations for budgeting and purchase of equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assist in the ordering of new equipment and supplies.
• Interface with equipment manufacturers regarding equipment troubleshooting and system problems. Maintain record of repairs required and completed.
• Maintain relations with medical modelling and simulation companies’ for Technical Support.
• Track and log simulation specific software licenses and maintenance contracts
• Acquire and maintains skills and knowledge of simulation equipment catalogues and operation manuals
• To provide other support to the academic lead, including the preparation of reports and presentations and assisting with effective gathering, collation and dissemination of data and statistics.
• Participate in technical training as necessary.
• Be flexible and responsive to the needs of staff and students.
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Job Requirements        

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g. Nursing or other health related discipline) or equivalent combination of education/experience in clinical simulation and/or information technology.
• Experience with health related learning technology/simulation would be an advantage.
• First aid certificate is mandatory.

Required Experience

Expats:

A minimum (5) years of relevant experience, (2) years of which should be in teaching the relevant subject

UAE Nationals:

A minimum (4) years of relevant experience, (2) years of which should be in teaching the relevant subject

How To Apply

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (RecruitmentTeam@ku.ac.ae)