Director of Simulation Instruction; MSA Program

Washington

D.C

Aug 12, 2026

This full-time academic position oversees simulation education activities for the Washington, DC-based Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) Program at Case Western Reserve University. The Director of Simulation Education is responsible for evaluating and all simulation education activities, ensuring alignment with the academic curriculum and program goals. Responsibilities include, but not limited to course mapping, course administration, curriculum development, simulation faculty development, and teaching in the simulation lab.

The Director ensures that all activities comply with University, School, and Program policies and procedures. The Director of Simulation is expected to be on site and working in person for two extended administrative days per week, one of which must be fixed, and will maintain regular in-person office hours for students. Adjustments to the expected administrative days may be considered on an individual basis with approval from the Program Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under the overall supervision of the Program Director, and in close collaboration with the Associate Program Director and Directors of Didactic and Clinical Education, the Director of Simulation Education will:

1. Lead Simulation Instruction and Evaluation Lead simulation instruction and support classroom and clinical correlation. Collaborate with clinical and didactic faculty to deliver simulation education aligned with clinical training. Oversee and maintain the simulation evaluation system, ensuring regular reviews and updates to reflect MSA standards. Coordinate simulation schedules for students and faculty, including full-time and adjunct instructors, in collaboration with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and Directors of Didactic and Clinical Education.

Provide didactic and clinical instruction each semester, as required, in coordination with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and other core directors.

2. Simulation Evaluation, Progress Reporting, and Feedback:
Provide regular progress reports on students’ simulation performance, ensuring that these reports are shared with simulation faculty and core faculty. Support the development of simulation instructors.

3. Remediation of Simulation Skills and Competency Collaborate with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, Clinical and Didactic Directors, and simulation faculty to develop and manage remediation plans for students requiring additional support in demonstrating simulation skills or achieving core competencies. As the lead simulation instructor, evaluate students following clinical remediation plans to ensure successful skill acquisition and competency achievement. Provide individualized simulation resources and continuous feedback to support students' progression toward meeting their competencies.

4. Regular Review of Simulation Equipment and Supplies Conduct regular reviews of simulation practices to ensure alignment with MSA program goals and clinical applications. Manage the budget of simulation equipment and supplies, and maintain equipment at optimal performance levels. Collaborate with clinical and didactic directors to ensure proper integration of simulation activities.

5. Participation in the Committee on Progress and Promotion:
Actively participate in the Committee on Progress and Promotion, supporting student advancement through the program. Provide data and insights from simulation evaluations to guide decisions regarding student progression.

6. Simulation Curriculum Development Lead the development and continuous improvement of simulation curricula in collaboration with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and other faculty. Serve as course instructor for simulation courses, ensuring alignment with program goals. Ensure simulation courses include a schedule of activities, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms.

7. Mentoring and Academic Advising:
Provide mentorship and academic advising to MSA students, offering guidance on academic and simulation progress.

8. Administrative Functions and

Collaboration:

Maintain and coordinate information management systems and records to support academic and…