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Get Access To All JobsPOSITION TITLE: Simulation Educator
DEPARTMENT: Borra College of Health Sciences
REPORTS TO: Director, Clinical Simulation Education Center
Position Summary:
Position Function: This individual will educate, coordinate, and integrate all curricular simulation and lab activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Simulation Educator is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating simulation-based learned activities. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Collaborating with the Director, Clinical Simulation Education Center to create and facilitate all Simulation-Based Experiences (SBE) of the Simulation Center and skills labs.
- Facilitating the learning process that creates a safe and supportive student learning environment.
- Educating and teaching students in the simulation center and skills lab as needed.
- Serving as the primary educator for students in open labs requiring additional support.
- Providing individual teaching and support for students for practice and remediation of technical skills and competencies, as requested by faculty and students.
- Evaluating student performance in the simulation and skills lab in coordination with the Director of Simulation and course faculty.
- Serving as the lead facilitator of orientation and training of all adjunct faculty and standardized patients as needed and overseeing performance and development.
- Providing all simulation and skills labs are set up, torn down, and maintained on a schedule to meet the learning objectives of students.
- Incorporating International Nursing Association of Clinical and Simulation Learning (INASCL) Standards of Best Practices and continues to ensure compliance each semester.
- Providing technical support for all equipment within the simulation center and skills labs.
- Assisting with faculty development, support, and training related to the use of simulation.
- Maintaining the simulation center and skills labs to meet CCNE and other relevant health professional accreditation standards and site visits.
- Aiding faculty in the development of simulation competencies and evaluation tools to achieve student learning outcomes.
- Recommending and researching the need to service and/or purchase additional equipment and supplies for the simulation center and nursing skills labs.
- In collaboration with the Director of Simulation, creating and maintaining a weekly schedule that ensures adequate coverage for all simulation and lab activities throughout the academic year.
Educational Requirements:
- Earned Master's Degree in Nursing, or other health professional degree.
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working in Simulation and skills lab teaching.
Required Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with PC and MAC platforms and the ability to learn additional software programs, including audiovisual and computerized simulation equipment.
- Familiarity with the Canvas platform.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
- Proven ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Desired Competencies:
- Communication.
- Time Management.
- Collaboration.
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
- Flexibility/Adaptability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
- Proven ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Desired Competencies:
- Communication.
- Time Management.
- Collaboration.
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
- Flexibility/Adaptability.
Physical Demands
Preparing for simulation programs involves constant set-up/tear-down of furniture and/or equipment. The position also involves transporting heavy equipment; lifting over 50 lbs.
Salary and FLSA Status
- Salary: $56,000-58,000 annually
- FLSA Status: Exempt (salary), Full-time
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago. Dominican University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as a baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degree-granting institution. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor and thoughtful accompaniment of students, its intentional affordability and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, which includes 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of our undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% are Black or African American, and 3% are Asian. Under-represented minority students make up 77% of the DU undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some type of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), a federal designation of the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
POSITION TITLE: Simulation Educator
DEPARTMENT: Borra College of Health Sciences
REPORTS TO: Director, Clinical Simulation Education Center
Position Summary:
Position Function: This individual will educate, coordinate, and integrate all curricular simulation and lab activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Simulation Educator is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating simulation-based learned activities. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Collaborating with the Director, Clinical Simulation Education Center to create and facilitate all Simulation-Based Experiences (SBE) of the Simulation Center and skills labs.
- Facilitating the learning process that creates a safe and supportive student learning environment.
- Educating and teaching students in the simulation center and skills lab as needed.
- Serving as the primary educator for students in open labs requiring additional support.
- Providing individual teaching and support for students for practice and remediation of technical skills and competencies, as requested by faculty and students.
- Evaluating student performance in the simulation and skills lab in coordination with the Director of Simulation and course faculty.
- Serving as the lead facilitator of orientation and training of all adjunct faculty and standardized patients as needed and overseeing performance and development.
- Providing all simulation and skills labs are set up, torn down, and maintained on a schedule to meet the learning objectives of students.
- Incorporating International Nursing Association of Clinical and Simulation Learning (INASCL) Standards of Best Practices and continues to ensure compliance each semester.
- Providing technical support for all equipment within the simulation center and skills labs.
- Assisting with faculty development, support, and training related to the use of simulation.
- Maintaining the simulation center and skills labs to meet CCNE and other relevant health professional accreditation standards and site visits.
- Aiding faculty in the development of simulation competencies and evaluation tools to achieve student learning outcomes.
- Recommending and researching the need to service and/or purchase additional equipment and supplies for the simulation center and nursing skills labs.
- In collaboration with the Director of Simulation, creating and maintaining a weekly schedule that ensures adequate coverage for all simulation and lab activities throughout the academic year.
Educational Requirements:
- Earned Master's Degree in Nursing, or other health professional degree.
- Minimum of 1-2 years' experience working in Simulation and skills lab teaching.
Required Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with PC and MAC platforms and the ability to learn additional software programs, including audiovisual and computerized simulation equipment.
- Familiarity with the Canvas platform.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
- Proven ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Desired Competencies:
- Communication.
- Time Management.
- Collaboration.
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
- Flexibility/Adaptability.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
- Proven ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Desired Competencies:
- Communication.
- Time Management.
- Collaboration.
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
- Flexibility/Adaptability.
Physical Demands
Preparing for simulation programs involves constant set-up/tear-down of furniture and/or equipment. The position also involves transporting heavy equipment; lifting over 50 lbs.
Salary and FLSA Status
- Salary: $56,000-58,000 annually
- FLSA Status: Exempt (salary), Full-time
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago. Dominican University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as a baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degree-granting institution. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor and thoughtful accompaniment of students, its intentional affordability and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, which includes 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of our undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% are Black or African American, and 3% are Asian. Under-represented minority students make up 77% of the DU undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some type of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), a federal designation of the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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Map your degree to simulation SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title to confirm the listed education requirements before applying, so your credentials align precisely with what adjudicators expect.
Target defense and aerospace primes first
Companies holding large government contracts in aerospace, defense, and automotive simulation file LCAs consistently to meet project staffing demands. Filtering by industry sector narrows your search to employers with active, recurring H-1B filing histories rather than one-off sponsorships.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Simulation Engineer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This removes roles at companies that advertise sponsorship but lack a documented DOL filing record for simulation or engineering positions.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your level, and knowing the wage tier in advance prevents you from accepting a number that fails the LCA certification threshold.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
If your H-1B transfers from OPT or a prior employer, your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to complete I-9 verification. Confirm enrollment during the offer stage, not after you've given notice, to avoid a gap that delays your authorized start date.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, guaranteeing an action within 15 business days. If your project start date or OPT expiration leaves little buffer, ask your employer to elect premium processing at filing to avoid a status gap.
H-1B Visa Senior Simulation Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Senior Simulation Engineer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies simulation engineering as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or systems engineering. The O*NET profile for simulation and modeling engineers supports this classification, and most petitions in this field clear the specialty occupation threshold without an RFE when the degree field closely matches the job duties.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for simulation engineers?
Defense contractors, automotive OEMs, aerospace manufacturers, and semiconductor companies file the highest volume of LCAs for simulation engineering roles. These industries run large-scale modeling and simulation programs that require sustained staffing, making them more likely to maintain active H-1B sponsorship pipelines. Use Migrate Mate to browse Senior Simulation Engineer openings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history in these sectors.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect hiring timelines for simulation engineers?
Most simulation engineers targeting private-sector employers are subject to the standard H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS opens registration in March each year, with a lottery if registrations exceed the cap. If you're selected, employment can't begin before October 1. Some simulation roles at universities or non-profit research labs are cap-exempt, allowing year-round filing with no lottery.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new simulation engineering employer mid-project?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your original petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA before your first day. Confirm the new employer's E-Verify enrollment and ensure the new role still qualifies as a specialty occupation under your degree field.
What happens to my H-1B status if my simulation project ends and I'm between contracts?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so losing the role tied to your petition puts you in a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the U.S. Your employer must file an I-129 transfer petition before the grace period expires to maintain your authorization. Defense and aerospace simulation roles can have contract-driven gaps, so lining up your next opportunity before project close reduces the risk of a status lapse.