Director of Education & Research

SIMERPU is an education and professional-development platform focused on the Self-Insured Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (SIMERP) industry. The organization supports benefits professionals, consultants, employers, HR leaders, payroll teams, and administrators in understanding SIMERP fundamentals, compliance, payroll, billing, substantiation, and consultative selling. Through structured courses, SIMERPU Certification, live education, expert-led programming, and a comprehensive resource library, SIMERPU transforms complex benefit concepts into practical, usable knowledge.

Its mission is to elevate education standards across the industry, strengthen employer and advisor conversations, and promote consistent, transparent, and confident professional practice. SIMERPU operates solely as an education, training, certification, media, and resource platform, offering a private educational credential that is not a government license or regulatory endorsement.

The Director of Education & Research is a full-time, hybrid role based in Orlando, FL, with flexibility for partial work from home. This role leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of SIMERPU’s educational programs, including structured courses, certification pathways, live educational events, and resource development. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing curriculum design, aligning content with industry standards and regulatory requirements, and guiding program development to meet the needs of benefits professionals and related stakeholders.

The Director will collaborate with subject matter experts to create clear, accurate, and engaging learning materials, as well as conduct research to identify emerging trends, best practices, and knowledge gaps in the SIMERP industry. Additional responsibilities include mentoring instructional staff, ensuring high-quality learner experiences, analyzing program metrics, and contributing to thought leadership through publications, presentations, and educational media.

• Demonstrated expertise in Education and Educational Leadership, with the ability to guide instructional strategy and oversee learning outcomes.
• Proficiency in Curriculum Development and Program Development, including designing structured courses, certification programs, and ongoing professional education.
• Experience in Coaching and mentoring educators, facilitators, and subject matter experts to maintain high standards of content quality and delivery.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills to interpret regulations, synthesize complex information, and produce evidence-based educational materials.
• Background in employee benefits, health insurance, compliance, or related fields is highly beneficial, particularly experience with self-insured or reimbursement plan structures.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse professional audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Business, or a related field; an advanced degree or relevant professional certification is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, use learning technologies, and work effectively in a hybrid environment with both in-office and