Simulation Specialist
COMPETITION NO. SS26-39
About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
Position Information:
Full-time Support Staff Position Opportunity: Temporary Employee Replacement (see Appendix D of collective agreement) September 2026 – October 2027
Payband: K Starting Rate: $47.13 Four Year Rate: $54.48
Department: Faculty of Health Science
Hours: 35 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 4:30 pm). Hours may vary earlier or later, depending on the requirements needed.
Reporting To: Associate Dean
Campus Location: Oshawa
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Health Sciences, the incumbent will act as a resource to professors and students in the design, integration and delivery of simulation-based learning experiences (face to face and virtual) for programs in the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Collaborate with faculty, Associate Dean, and Executive Dean to create, design and deliver a student centred interactive engaging learning experience using simulation as the teaching and learning modality to effectively meet the learning outcomes in a wide variety of healthcare programs including:
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Design, develop (using specialized software programming) and deliver simulation based experiential learning sessions face to face or virtually for healthcare curricula.
- Analyze feedback received from faculty, students, associate dean, and executive dean related to the simulation learning experience and determine if modifications are required. If modifications are required, the incumbent will create or redesign the simulation-based learning experience.
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Remain knowledgeable of current universal and instructional design, the principles of adult teaching and learning and using a wide variety of software to create and deliver interactive virtual and face to face clinical experiences and feedback surveys.
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Maintain and oversee the Simulation learning spaces, including setting up and taking down equipment, completing minor repairs on simulators, troubleshooting issues related to hi-fidelity simulators and operating systems, preventative equipment maintenance, cost sourcing and comparison, software and equipment updates, scheduling of the lab space, remain up to date on current trends related to simulation and simulation equipment including current literature related to simulation best practices and mentor new support staff and faculty.
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Develop and deliver educational sessions (in person or virtually), based on data collected and analyzed by the incumbent of the learning needs of faculty and support staff. The educational sessions developed by the incumbent are built based on universal design, adult education principles and Best Practices of Simulation to increase the knowledge and skill of faculty and support staff to strengthen their skills as facilitators in the field of simulation.
- Demonstrate knowledge of nursing theory and competent nursing psychomotor skills when providing feedback to students and in analyzing data and creating simulation-based learning session to meet established criteria.
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Provide technical support for faculty during simulation-based learning sessions using hi-fidelity simulators and required software.
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Act as a “facilitator’ interacting with students during and debriefing students after the learning experience toward successfully meeting established learning outcomes for the experiential learning session
- Maintain the simulation web page and clinical simulation case study database and is responsible for scheduling the simulation lab learning space
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Participate in research and projects with Durham College, Ontario Tech U, and outside universities and colleges.
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Act as a resource to other departments in both the college, university and community
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As a shared responsibility with the Durham College and Ontario Tech U simulations specialist works with students from the work study program and provides tasks to the students i.e. timelines, ensures safety etc.
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Participate in meetings, committees, and events relevant to simulation and healthcare education
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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A minimum of a 4-year degree in Nursing and current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Degree in Adult Education would be an asset.
- Certification in Healthcare Simulation (e.g., Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator - CHSE)
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A minimum of 5 years of work experience in nursing experience in a variety of health care settings, including acute care hospital, long-term care and community service.
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Two or more years of experience in working with post-secondary students in a lab and/or clinical setting.
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Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in healthcare simulation, including scenario development, simulation delivery, and debriefing.
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Demonstrated knowledge and competency in instructional design, programming, instructional use of and maintenance of a variety of equipment and technology including, but not limited to patient simulators.
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Demonstrated knowledge of principles of adult education and teaching methodology and using technology to support teaching and learning.
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Experience in curriculum development and assessment.
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Demonstrated knowledge of Best Practice Standards: Simulation
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Proficient in the operation and troubleshooting of high-fidelity manikins (e.g., Laerdal, CAE Healthcare).
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Experience with simulation software and audiovisual equipment.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and learning management systems.
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Ability to adapt to changing technology and educational environments.
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Excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, organizational and planning skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work co-operatively with minimal supervision.
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
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Demonstrated time management skills.
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Ability to do effective demonstrations to small groups.
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Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders including students, faculty, support staff, administrators, other departments within the post-secondary system, and external sales and service representatives.
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Demonstrated knowledge of and research experience.
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Ongoing participation in professional development opportunities related to simulation and healthcare education.
Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on August 12, 2026. Competition number SS26-39.
Contact Us T:905.721.2000 [email protected]
C Wing, Second Floor - 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, ON
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Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.
