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Position Type: Faculty Full Time

Campus: UMass Boston

Department: Nursing

Pay Grade: No Pay Grade

Date opened: 01 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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The Simulation and Clinical Lab Education Educator's primary role involves overseeing the planning, execution, assessment, and improvement of simulation and clinical lab experiences based on evidence‑based practice guidelines, course objectives, and curriculum standards. The educator will create a lab environment that replicates real clinical settings, promoting active learning, critical thinking, effective communication, and the development of the skills and confidence needed to deliver safe patient care.

• Collaborate with the Director of the Center for Clinical Education and Research (CCER) to drive ongoing quality enhancement across clinical lab and simulation activities.
• Establish annual goals and objectives for clinical lab and simulation development in alignment with the Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences (MCNHS) undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Integrate competency standards into the clinical lab and simulation curriculum to align with national entry‑level nursing practice criteria.
• Develop, assess, and update the CCER Clinical Policy and Procedures Manual to ensure safety, efficiency, uniformity, and effectiveness in CCER practices.
• Evaluate students' capacity to perform psychomotor skills safely and accurately in clinical settings.
• Identify and schedule the number of faculty and staff required to effectively run each simulation and clinical lab section.
• Train clinical faculty and teaching assistants in simulation‑based education techniques to enhance their ability to facilitate simulation sessions according to industry standards.
• Oversee the undergraduate Clinical Tutoring and Referral Program, supervising graduate teaching assistants and student nurse mentors in the development of clinical tutoring experiences.
• Evaluate students’ performance during on‑campus clinical and simulation‑based activities, including the Clinical Referral Program.
• Design self‑paced learning modules, unfolding case studies and skill learning stations to reinforce and enhance students’ understanding of clinical content and ability to perform clinical skills.
• Serve as a clinical lab and simulation expert within the college, offering clinical resources and consulting to the Director and Lab Manager to ensure the acquisition of appropriate clinical supplies and equipment.
• Support the Director of CCER with lab initiatives, research projects, and curricular activities as requested. Complete necessary reports, serve on committees, and participate in college activities as needed.

Master’s Degree in Nursing or current enrollment in a graduate nursing program, and at least three years of adult or pediatric acute or critical care nursing experience is required. Current Massachusetts RN license and Basic Life Support certification are required. Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours. Within 2 years of hire, obtain status through the Society for Simulation in Healthcare as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Experience participating in or facilitating high‑fidelity simulation in nursing practice or education.
• Academic and/or clinical teaching experience.

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing nursing practice.
• Knowledge of software applications, including office software and database management.
• Proven ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently work in a team capacity with a broad range of staff to accomplish departmental and program goals.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to work under pressure and under timeframes.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to prepare written reports, correspondence and recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the capacity to work cooperatively with a wide range of individuals.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

The Simulation and Clinical Lab Educator receives direct supervision from the Director of the Center for Clinical Education and Research (CCER).

To Apply: applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter that includes a summary of research/scholarly interests and a teaching/mentoring statement.

For more information, please contact Rosemary Samia (Rosemary.Samia@umb.edu) Nursing Simulation Faculty Search Chair. The positions will remain open until filled.

Given this context, please articulate how your approach to teaching, advising, and mentoring:

• will engage with the diverse life experiences of students,
• will reflect an appreciation for the ways in which students bring their holistic selves into the academic setting, and
• will reflect how your own life experiences and background shapes your practices and commitments as an instructor, mentor, researcher, and scholar.

UMass Boston expects to pay within an approximate range between $91,500 and $92,500 for this position.

The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on the consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact HR@umb.edu or 617-287-5150.

The University of Massachusetts Boston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy‑related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. The University of Massachusetts Boston complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the university operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

UMass Boston does not provide visa sponsorships for non‑academic positions.

The University of Massachusetts Boston is committed to providing a safe and secure environment that is supported by qualified employees for all of its students, faculty and staff to carry out the University's teaching, research and public service missions. As a condition of employment, the University will conduct appropriate background check reviews. For more information, please see the University of Massachusetts Boston campus policy and procedures for employee background reviews.