Simulation Technology Specialist - Part Time

University of Akron•Classroom and Administrative Building (UAWC), OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Hire a part-time staff member to utilize advanced technical knowledge and skills to support collaborative initiatives that enhance simulation based learning and educational outcomes. Independently coordinates and executes tasks in support of a programs, event, service or department. Serves as point-of-contact to internal and external parties providing both information and assuring service delivery. Must foresee and rectify complications preemptively and in real time. Student Laboratory Services provides laboratory support to faculty and students in conducting teaching, research and experiments. Support may include routine or non-routine classroom laboratory operations such as inventory control, ordering supplies, maintenance, data interpretation, development and performance of technical protocols and procedures. These positions may design, construct, and upkeep equipment and space. All activities promote and enforce compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an associate degree and four additional years of directly related professional experience.
Minimum of 1 year experience in advanced computer knowledge.
Familiarity with media equipment.
Ability to train users.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
Strong customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Utilize advanced technical knowledge and skills to support collaborative initiatives that enhance simulation based learning and educational outcomes.
Independently coordinate and execute tasks in support of programs, events, services, or departments.
Serve as a point-of-contact to internal and external parties, providing information and assuring service delivery.
Foresee and rectify complications preemptively and in real time.
Provide laboratory support to faculty and students in conducting teaching, research, and experiments.
Perform routine or non-routine classroom laboratory operations including inventory control, ordering supplies, maintenance, and data interpretation.
Develop and perform technical protocols and procedures.
Design, construct, and upkeep equipment and space.
Promote and enforce compliance with safety regulations.
Direct and monitor the work of student and/or temporary workers.