Simulation Education Analyst, CIME-EA at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Description

Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University’s Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa

Job Purpose/Summary

The Simulation Education Analyst, will work closely with faculty in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Medical College to design and assist in the delivery of simulation- based courses, sessions, and activities for their undergraduate and post-graduate programmes. The incumbent will also work closely with colleagues in AKU Hospital to design and oversee simulation-based CPD progammes for their staff and assist in the planning and delivery of events and workshops for external clients while ensuring that all simulation-based programmes adhere to standards and policies of CIME.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Works with faculty School of Nursing and Midwifery and Medical College and colleagues in designing and developing courses, workshops and programmes for their undergraduate and post- graduate programmes. Supports and runs life support courses as necessary. Assists in the day-to-day administration and operation of the Centre’s activities in teaching and learning, research and community engagement. Works effectively within project teams implementing pedagogies appropriate to the context. Disseminates information locally and participates in events to have a national impact. Utilises technological developments and innovations in support of faculty educational needs. Identifies redundant or obsolete methods of teaching and integrates research in simulation- based programmes and advises faculty accordingly. Contributes to audit of CIME facilities; market research in simulation education and evaluation of simulation-based courses. Assists in the organisation and delivery of events and workshops for external clients. Keeps up to date documentation of all simulation-based sessions at CIME (curriculum, evaluations and reports) Writes simulation specific scholarly articles and research proposals. Analyses data generated from the simulation-based sessions and make inferences to inform future courses. Undertakes programmes of CPD as required to maintain currency of skills and knowledge. Undertakes assignments in relation to Clinical Simulation in campuses across AKU. Contributes to Research Activities in CIME to improve educational, technical or administrative functions.

Relevant Experience and Qualifications

Degree in health sciences in the field of medicine or nursing Minimum 2 years of clinical experience is preferable, though fresh graduates may also apply. Previous experience of simulation-based learning is highly desirable Ability to work independently in planning, designing, and evaluating simulation-based programmes Internal drive to initiate new programmes Competence at Analyst level in 16 identified clinical simulation competencies at CIME. Sound academic record with interest in teaching and learning through technology. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational, information management and computer skills. Excellent time management and prioritization skills. Attention to detail, focused on providing a high quality experience to visitors and learners. A team player who supports other team members. Invested in continuous improvement of self, others and the Centre