Review of applications will begin on October 19, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. The preferred position start date is January 7, 2027.

Responsibilities:

Academic

• Lead the development of simulation-based learning experiences, including pre-briefing, scenario implementation, and debriefing of simulation cases across the nursing curriculum (e.g., medical-surgical, pediatrics, maternal health, community health)
• Guide students in developing clinical judgment, communication, and patient safety competencies.
• Utilize evidence-based debriefing models to promote reflective learning.
• Assist in clinical skills learning experiences, including demonstrations, validations, and practice sessions.
• Assess student performance during simulation using standardized tools and rubrics.
• Collaborate with faculty and the Nursing Academic Committee to design and implement simulation scenarios aligned with course outcomes, program outcomes, and clinical outcomes.
• Ensure that simulation activities and evaluation criteria are mapped to course outcomes and program outcomes.
• Recommend and integrate simulation experiences as appropriate to supplement or replace clinical hours per regulatory guidelines.
• Provide constructive feedback to support student learning and progression.
• Maintain office hours within the framework of university policies. 
• Ensure that students evaluate simulation experiences and analyze the results with course faculty and the Nursing Academic Committee. Collect, analyze, and report simulation-related student-learning, performance, satisfaction, and program-evaluation data (as requested) to course faculty and the Nursing Academic Committee to support continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain current simulation documentation, including scenario templates, curricular mapping, equipment and supply needs, along with performance data consistent with program, accreditation, and regulatory requirements

Simulation Operations

• Collaborate with skills/simulation staff and support personnel to ensure proper setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
• Utilize simulation technologies such as high-fidelity mannequins, task trainers, virtual reality, electronic health record systems, and related learning technologies.
• Assist with the coordination of simulation schedules, room utilization, lab activities, and student groups. 

Scholarship & Professional Service

• Participate in program evaluation and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in scholarly activities related to nursing education and simulation.
• Participate in program committees, accreditation efforts, and institutional service.
• Serve on committees of the University and the Department of Nursing, as assigned.
• Maintain membership in professional organizations.
• Participate in professional organization activities and university faculty activities.
• Develop professionally through attendance at professional workshops or enrollment in formal education courses.
• Participate in faculty development related to simulation pedagogy and best practices.
• Support interprofessional simulation opportunities when applicable.
• Serve as a professional role model for peers and students.
• Participate in community activities.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating an effective public relations program for the Department of Nursing and the University.
• Maintain collaborative relations with peers and other personnel in the Department of Nursing, personnel in other departments of the university, personnel in affiliating health agencies, and persons in the community.
• Demonstrate positive values related to academic and professional responsibilities.

Application Deadline: October 23, 2026, or until position is filled.  Only complete applications will be considered.  

This is a grant-funded position.  No guarantee or commitment is made regarding future or continued employment beyond the grant award or the terms of the contract.  

Required:

• A minimum of a master’s degree in nursing is required.
• At least three years of teaching at an institution of higher education or three years of approved experiential credit.
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (Alabama or multistate) is required.
• Certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) (or willingness to obtain within two years of hire).
• Experience in simulation-based education or clinical teaching.
• Strong knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards in nursing education (ACEN and ABN).
• Experience with high-fidelity simulation and debriefing techniques.
• Ability to effectively engage students in experiential learning environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation, including information obtained from social media and other internet sources.

To Apply: When you select "Apply Now," you will be prompted to provide the following: 

• Cover Letter.
• A current resume or CV.
• Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for application.  Official transcripts must be submitted immediately upon employment.
• Email and phone number of three professional references.  Reference letters may be requested later.