Assistant/Associate Dean for Simulation and Experiential Learning

About the Role

The USF Health College of Nursing invites applications for the position of Assistant Dean or Associate Dean for Simulation and Experiential Learning. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership for the College’s Simulation and Experiential Learning Center, advancing innovative, evidence-based learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. This leader will oversee simulation operations, faculty and staff development, accreditation, budget management, and partnerships that support student success and clinical competency. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of simulation and experiential learning within one of the region’s largest nursing programs. Candidates from nursing are strongly encouraged to apply. Exceptional candidates from other health professions with significant simulation leadership are also welcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic vision and daily operations of the Simulation and Experiential Learning Center.
• Integrate simulation and experiential learning across the undergraduate and graduate nursing curricula.
• Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based simulation experiences.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements, regulatory standards, and simulation best practices.
• Support faculty development in simulation pedagogy, debriefing, and curriculum integration.
• Develop partnerships with clinical, community, and interprofessional education partners.
• Recruit, mentor, supervise, and evaluate simulation faculty and professional staff.
• Manage budgets, facilities, simulation technologies, and educational resources.
• Represent the College through professional organizations and simulation initiatives.
• Promote a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, inclusion, and professionalism.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service.
• Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing, or research in referred and other professional journals.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate or Professor.
• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in simulation, experiential learning, nursing education, or healthcare education.
• Experience supervising and developing faculty and/or staff.
• Demonstrated expertise in simulation-based education, curriculum integration, assessment, and accreditation.
• Ability to lead organizational change, build partnerships, and foster high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience within a college of nursing, academic health center, or health professions education program.
• Experience directing a comprehensive simulation center.
• Experience managing personnel, budgets, educational technologies, and accreditation activities.
• Success implementing innovative simulation methodologies and evidence-based educational practices.
• Record of scholarship and professional engagement in simulation, nursing education, or health professions education.
• CHSE (Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator) certification preferred.

About Us

The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service. Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report—rising to No. 22 in the nation in 2026.

As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.

Benefits

Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental, and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities.