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ABOUT SIMMONS

Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.

You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.

As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.

This is a full-time 12-month contract faculty position within the well-established School of Nursing’s pre-licensure programs. The Simulation Center role collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality simulation-based learning that supports the School of Nursing’s mission and outcomes. Responsibilities include participating in all aspects of simulation experiences in accordance with best practices and regulatory standards.

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching simulations, or an equivalent as approved by the Dean, is one of the primary responsibilities of this position. The teaching load for this position is fulfilled through full-time on campus simulation instruction rather than by a specified number of didactic course sections. Simulation teaching responsibilities are considered equivalent to a full teaching assignment (7 sections/28 WLUs) and constitute 100% of the position’s workload. No course releases or administrative time are associated with this position.

The faculty’s responsibilities also include:

• Engaging in all aspects of learning experiences in the simulation center.
• Eliciting, supporting, and implementing curricula to ensure course and program objectives are achieved.
• Collaborating with didactic faculty and the simulation center team to ensure congruency between simulation center learning activities and specific program outcomes.
• Demonstrating commitment to continuous improvement in teaching skills, pedagogy, and attention to equity, inclusion, and belonging in the learning environment.
• Maintaining knowledge of use, operation, and programming of different simulator technologies, ranging from anatomic models, task trainers, and high-fidelity mannequins.
• Facilitating and advocating for the incorporation of simulation throughout the campus and actively engaging in integrating simulation-based educational activities into school and discipline-specific curricula.
• Collaborating with the simulation team to facilitate simulated learning experiences using the appropriate resources and equipment.
• Contributing to the revision and creation of cases for simulation use, working collaboratively with the simulation team to design engaging and immersive learning experiences.
• Evaluating student achievement of expected student learning outcomes using formative and summative methods.
• Providing demonstrations in the simulation center for prospective student groups and visitors, and participating in orientation sessions related to the simulation center.
• Providing support, through office hours and other means, to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through learning, teaching, and intellectual engagement.

Service Responsibilities

The faculty member is expected to provide service to the University and contribute to the University’s pursuit of its mission. These responsibilities include:

• Advising students at the pre-licensure level.
• Participating as a team member in curriculum development and maintenance.
• Participating in program, school, and university meetings, committees, and activities.
• Participating in faculty governance and program evaluation.

Professional Engagement Responsibilities

All contract faculty are expected to maintain currency in their discipline and licensure as required to carry out their duties at the University, including:

• Participating in professional development to remain relevant in discipline.
• Maintaining certifications and licensure, if applicable, to continue currency in the field.
• Maintaining involvement in the broader academic and professional community in accordance with disciplinary/professional standards.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• An earned graduate degree in nursing required; Doctorate degree in nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD) preferred
• Assistant Professor of Practice rank requires at least 5 years of relevant nursing experience
• Associate Professor of Practice rank requires at least 10 years of relevant nursing experience
• As a condition of your employment at Simmons, you are required to hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse License in Massachusetts
• Consent to Massachusetts CORI background check
• Maintain Basic Life Support certification by the American Heart Association
• Creative problem solver
• Strong and effective communicator
• Ability to work on teams
• Demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification preferred
• NLN Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) certification preferred
• Specialty-based certification (i.e., CCRN, CMC, RNC-OB, CMSRN, ONCC, etc) preferred
• Recent nursing clinical/simulation teaching experience preferred

Terms of Service:

This is a Boston-based 12-month contract non-tenure role that reports to the Assistant Director for Simulation. Consistent with the Faculty Policy Manual (FPM), contract faculty are expected to teach seven courses per year (or the equivalent as approved by the Dean) and will receive an annual evaluation. Contract faculty are expected to adhere to all applicable Simmons policies.

Salary Range: $85,196-$116,716

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following electronically with their application: (1) a letter of application addressing teaching experiences, (2) teaching philosophy, course or content interests, and clinical/professional interests and expertise; and (3) curriculum vitae. Additional supporting materials to document excellence in teaching, such as course evaluations and syllabi of courses taught, are optional and welcome. Target hire date for initial start is August 1, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and until the position is filled.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process.

This is a benefits-eligible position.

Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay, health benefits, and retirement savings offerings that can be seen here, as well as work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities. We are committed to offering a package that empowers individuals to thrive in their roles, contribute meaningfully, and lead with confidence.

Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual’s community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.