School of Nursing Simulation Lab Educator

School of Nursing
College of Health and Human Development
Full-Time Lecturer Nursing Simulation & Skills Lab Educator
Spring/Fall 2026

The School of Nursing at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a Full-Time Lecturer position in Nursing Simulation and Skills Laboratory Education with an appointment to begin January/August 2026.

The educator will provide leadership and oversight of the School’s simulation laboratories to enhance student learning and support faculty in integrating simulation into nursing education across undergraduate, graduate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of the simulation labs, lead the lab staff, ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards, and collaborate with faculty to implement evidence-based simulation and skills training that reflect current nursing practice.

Faculty members with expertise in simulation pedagogy, clinical skills education, and laboratory management are sought to support students' learning experiences across undergraduate, graduate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to innovative educational practices, and the ability to integrate simulation-based learning into the nursing curriculum.

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is an equal opportunity employer and a minority-serving institution, with a Hispanic-Serving Institution designation. CSUF received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and was recertified in 2024, recognizing our continued efforts and commitment to the success of Hispanic/Latinx students and all students. CSUF has a diverse student population of over 43,000 students, including international students from 73 nations. CSUF is firmly committed to student success by equipping students to achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. We are seeking to recruit and retain faculty who can teach and mentor our students to achieve their academic and career goals while advancing the University’s strategic plan objectives. CSUF strives to retain all faculty by providing resources to build meaningful connections and community within and across disciplines. The campus community is designed to foster an inclusive environment that enables students, staff, administrators, and faculty to thrive.

Position
CSUF Nursing faculty are committed teacher/scholars/clinicians who bring research and clinical practice to life for students in classrooms, clinical settings, simulation laboratories, and individually mentored projects. They are engaged with professional nursing organizations, clinical agencies, and academic communities. The Simulation & Skills Lab Educator will provide leadership and oversight of the School's simulation laboratories to enhance student learning and support faculty in integrating simulation into nursing education. This faculty member will manage laboratory operations, lead lab staff, ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards, and collaborate with faculty to implement evidence-based simulation and skills training that reflects current nursing practice. Teaching responsibilities may include assigned course units within simulation, skills laboratories, and other nursing courses as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the operations of simulation laboratories (main lab and women's health lab), including scheduling, safety protocols, and compliance with institutional, INACSL, and BRN requirements
• Oversee equipment maintenance, inventory management, and supply ordering to ensure optimal laboratory functionality
• Maintain and update Simulation Lab Canvas shell in collaboration with School of Nursing faculty
• Provide leadership and direction for laboratory development to align with curricular and instructional goals
• Supervise and mentor the Simulation Lab Technician and serve as backup during the Simulation Lab Technician's absence
• Support faculty professional development in simulation design, implementation, and evidence-based debriefing techniques
• Collaborate with faculty to design and implement simulation activities that foster clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and competency development
• Assess students' psychomotor and simulation performance; provide remediation and constructive feedback as appropriate
• Maintain comprehensive records of student attendance, laboratory usage, and learning outcomes
• Serve as liaison to School of Nursing committees, interprofessional education (IPE) initiatives, and community partners
• Maintain BLS instructor certification and coordinate bi-monthly classes for students, staff, and faculty
• Teach assigned course units within the School of Nursing, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Nursing, including fit testing for faculty and students and hosting clinical experiences when student groups are displaced or upon faculty illness

Required Qualifications

• Must meet California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) faculty requirements, including:
  • Master's degree which include course work in nursing, education or administration from an accredited institution
  • Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years that can be met by: (A) One (1) year continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse OR (B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience that demonstrate clinical competency
• Eligible for Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in California
• At least five (5) years of experience providing direct patient care as a Registered Nurse within the last five years
• Demonstrated experience in simulation and/or skills laboratory environments in a hospital or academic setting
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning (classroom, virtual, simulation, laboratory) consistent with the nursing program's vision, mission, and goals as demonstrated during on-campus interview and in application materials
• The ability to work collegially with diverse faculty, staff, and students
• Commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including first-generation college students

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing, Education, or Administration from an accredited institution, meeting California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) faculty requirements
• Certification as a Certified Simulation Healthcare Education or eligibility to obtain certification within one year of appointment
• Current certification as an American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor preferred
• Demonstrated experience in faculty development, interprofessional education, and simulation-based learning
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Application
A complete on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php to apply for requisition #553028, and provide the following required materials:

• Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications and described your experience and philosophy in simulation-based nursing education
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement
  • This statement should address your approach to simulation pedagogy and skills laboratory instruction
• A candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words)
  • Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).
  • With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations.
  • Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.
  • Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
  • Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
  • Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
  • Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.

A list of three references with relevant contact information

• Finalists will be required to have three letters of recommendation submitted. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUF by logging back into your applicant portal.

Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Sadeeka Al-Majid, Director, School of Nursing at sal-majid@fullerton.edu

Application Deadline
Application review begins immediately. To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 19, 2025. Position is open until filled. The anticipated appointment date is January/August 2026.

The College
The College of Health and Human Development provides exemplary education, research, and community outreach related to human health, development, and lifelong well-being. Within the College of Health and Human Development, the School of Nursing is recognized for its excellence in nursing education, commitment to diversity, and innovation in teaching methodologies. The School's simulation laboratories are equipped with advanced technology and provide realistic clinical learning environments that prepare students for professional practice.

The School of Nursing
The School of Nursing (SON) is a distinguished entity within the College of Health and Human Development, one of eight academic programs. For nearly fifty years, the SON has been at the forefront of advancing nursing education, research, and clinical practice. The School is committed to preparing diverse nursing leaders who will transform healthcare through evidence-based practice, innovation, and compassionate care. Our state-of-the-art simulation laboratories provide cutting-edge learning environments that bridge theory and practice.

Compensation
The Full-Time Lecturer (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). Anticipated salary range: $7,500 to $8,000 per month.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work ( https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm ).

CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/ .

New employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2017, are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.

CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator (http://www.fullerton.edu/titleix/about/notice.php) .

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.

California State University, Fullerton, is not currently sponsoring faculty positions for H-1B employment visas. At the time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States. For information on the University policy on support for non-immigrant probationary faculty visa acquisition, please visit the Faculty/Staff Visas and Permanent Residency page: https://hr.fullerton.edu/risk-management/faculty-staff-visas-permanent-residency/default.php

Advertised: Nov 19 2025 Pacific Standard Time
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