School of Nursing Simulation Lab Educator

Location: Fullerton

School of Nursing Simulation Lab Educator

Job no: 553028
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Health Sciences

School of Nursing
College of Health and Human Development
Full-Time Lecturer Nursing Simulation & Skills Lab Educator
Spring/Fall 2026

The School of Nursing at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a Full-Time Lecturer position in Nursing Simulation and Skills Laboratory Education with an appointment to begin January/August 2026.

The educator will provide leadership and oversight of the School's simulation laboratories to enhance student learning and support faculty in integrating simulation into nursing education across undergraduate, graduate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of the simulation labs, lead the lab staff, ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards, and collaborate with faculty to implement evidence-based simulation and skills training that reflect current nursing practice.

Faculty members with expertise in simulation pedagogy, clinical skills education, and laboratory management are sought to support students' learning experiences across undergraduate, graduate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to innovative educational practices, and the ability to integrate simulation-based learning into the nursing curriculum.

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is an equal opportunity employer and a minority-serving institution, with a Hispanic-Serving Institution designation. CSUF received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and was recertified in 2024, recognizing our continued efforts and commitment to the success of Hispanic/Latinx students and all students. CSUF has a diverse student population of over 43,000 students, including international students from 73 nations.

CSUF is firmly committed to student success by equipping students to achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. We are seeking to recruit and retain faculty who can teach and mentor our students to achieve their academic and career goals while advancing the University's strategic plan objectives.

CSUF strives to retain all faculty by providing resources to build meaningful connections and community within and across disciplines. The campus community is designed to foster an inclusive environment that enables students, staff, administrators, and faculty to thrive.

Position
CSUF Nursing faculty are committed teacher/scholars/clinicians who bring research and clinical practice to life for students in classrooms, clinical settings, simulation laboratories, and individually mentored projects. They are engaged with professional nursing organizations, clinical agencies, and academic communities. The Simulation & Skills Lab Educator will provide leadership and oversight of the School's simulation laboratories to enhance student learning and support faculty in integrating simulation into nursing education.

This faculty member will manage laboratory operations, lead lab staff, ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards, and collaborate with faculty to implement evidence-based simulation and skills training that reflects current nursing practice. Teaching responsibilities may include assigned course units within simulation, skills laboratories, and other nursing courses as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the operations of simulation laboratories (main lab and women's health lab), including scheduling, safety protocols, and compliance with institutional, INACSL, and BRN requirements
• Oversee equipment maintenance, inventory management, and supply ordering to ensure optimal laboratory functionality
• Maintain and update Simulation Lab Canvas shell in collaboration with School of Nursing faculty
• Provide leadership and direction for laboratory development to align with curricular and instructional goals
• Supervise and mentor the Simulation Lab Technician and serve as backup during the Simulation Lab Technician's absence
• Support faculty professional development in simulation design, implementation, and evidence-based debriefing techniques
• Collaborate with faculty to design and implement simulation activities that foster clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and competency development
• Assess students' psychomotor and simulation performance; provide remediation and constructive feedback as appropriate
• Maintain comprehensive records of student attendance, laboratory usage, and learning outcomes
• Serve as liaison to School of Nursing committees, interprofessional education (IPE) initiatives, and…