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Simulation Coordinator

Employer
Towson University
Location
Towson, MD
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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DescriptionServe as the lead interactor and trainer for the simulation system. Collaborate with faculty in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of the simulation experiences. Use acting, improvisation, role-playing, and gaming skills, to guide an effective learning experience. Work closely with faculty and/or independently to develop scenarios that reflect different psychological profiles, realistic voices, and age-appropriate content. Seek and receive feedback from a variety of users with sincerity and incorporate suggestions into ongoing development. Coordinate scheduling of the simulation system. Work with a variety of users to ensure scheduling of the simulation lab is done equitably and without conflict. Operate and maintain the software and equipment for the simulation system. Troubleshoot routine issues, and escalate critical issues to TU Office of Technology Services (OTS), and Mursion, Inc. Coordinate with the COE Dean’s Office and other University key leaders to develop and coordinate demonstrations that highlight instructional benefits of the system. Develop training and usage materials for faculty and students to facilitate effective use of the simulation system. Collect, analyze, and report data on use of the simulation system. Use assessment to make recommendations to the COE Dean’s Office.


QualificationsBachelor’s degree and one year of professional work experience in any of the following areas: performance/acting; computer technology; gaming; education; or learning theory and models. Proficient computer skills in both PC and Mac computers, Microsoft Office, and simulation technologies including video cameras, and microphones; demonstrated experience in managing programs or projects with a focus on organization, details, communication, flexibility, and creativity; demonstrated experience working with a diverse audience and adjusting outcomes based on feedback and insight.

Preferred: Experience in K-12 education or higher education; acting and/or voice work experience; formal training and experience with virtual reality simulators; experience with gaming technology; experience with applying learning theory and designing scenarios to engage learning.
A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.


Organization: Academic Affairs Division
Primary Location: Main Campus
Job Posting: May 14, 2020

Organization

Towson CampusTowson University (TU; www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, and is Baltimore’s largest comprehensive university, and the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and nearly 4,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45 master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Towson University offers many cultural, educational and athletics programs and events that are open to the public ranging from concerts and lecturers to Division I college sports.

Towson Students Our centrally located campus sits on 330  rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of  Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington  D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.  The town of Towson, MD. has a population  of approximately 52,000, with tree-lined  streets, shops, restaurants, movies, bookstores, a county library branch, live music venues, and is in walking distance of the TU campus. Towson was established in 1750 and is the seat of Baltimore County government.

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