Graduate Assistant Simulation Technologist - School of Nursing
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please submit: 1) resume; 2) one-page cover letter; 3) unofficial transcripts; 4) three references; 5) a statement on your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Send all materials david.clisbee@mnsu.edu.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: September 29, 2022
POSITION START DATE: August 14, 2022
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Graduate Assistant Simulation Technologist will provide technical and mechanical support for the Maverick Family Nursing Simulation Center. Becoming trained in industry standards and established best practice as a part of the position, this individual will become responsible for helping to maintain and sustain the audiovisual equipment, inventory, support, maintenance and setup, computer software support, as well as the care of the manikins and other equipment used in the simulation program. Reports to the Academic Simulation Coordinator. Will work in collaboration with the Workforce Simulation Coordinator, Technology Director for the College of Allied Health & Nursing, Simulation Special Projects Manager, and other Simulation Center technical staff as well as faculty who teach using simulation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated commitment to student development and antiracism.
- Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours within a 20-hour per week schedule (non-remote).
- Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
- Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Background in Computer Science, Computer Information Science, Health Informatics, Health Science, Technical Communication, Business or related discipline.
- Experience in healthcare simulation including maintenance, repair, and technical support of simulation equipment and/or medical device systems in an educational or healthcare delivery setting.
- Clinical knowledge and experience working in a healthcare related field such as EMT, paramedic, or other allied health profession certification and training, or healthcare technology, communication, or business.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
SALARY/STIPEND: $10,000 plus tuition waiver, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. Potential for summer graduate assistantship with $5,000 stipend, dependent upon availability of funds, academic standing, and successful completion of supervisor performance review. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Work schedule: Monday-Friday. Schedule varies and may be scheduled between the hours of 6am-8pm. Occasional (or regular) evening or weekend shifts may be required.
Physical requirements: Ability to lift, move, maintain, and set up computer, audio-visual and simulation lab equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
CONTACT
David Clisbee, Assistant Professor & Simulation Special Projects Manager
School of Nursing
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Wissink Hall 360
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1474
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: david.clisbee@mnsu.edu
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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.