Simulation/laboratory Coordinator

6 months ago


London, Canada Western University Full time

**Classification & Regular Hours**:
Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 13

**About Western**:
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

**About Us**:
The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of six Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Communication Sciences and Disorders), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and four Research Centres. The Faculty has more than 3,200 undergraduate students and more than 800 graduate students (200 PhD students). The Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing generates knowledge and prepares nurses to be transformative leaders and innovators through equity-promoting research, education and practice, locally and globally.

**Responsibilities**:
The Simulation/Laboratory Coordinator will act as a point person for health and safety issues, conduct inspections to ensure safe laboratory practices are employed, and assist in the resolution of issues that arise in the facilities including troubleshooting and repairing minor technical problems with equipment and coordinating repairs through the preferred vendors as required. The Simulation/Laboratory Coordinator will directly supervise full-time and part-time Technical Specialists, manage the student volunteer program, and oversee Standardized Patients in the simulation and laboratory facilities.

**Qualifications**:
**Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Computer Systems/ Information Technology, or a related field
- Master’s degree in Health Sciences, Computer Systems/ Information Technology, or a related field preferred

**Experience**:

- 3 years experience leading support services for technical device/equipment, computer hardware and software
- 3 years experience of direct supervision of staff
- Previous experience in leading technical support services in an education or health care environment is preferred
- Previous experience leading teams in a unionized health or education environment preferred
- Experience working with faculty members related to design and delivery of educational programs in Health Sciences is preferred
- Experience working in inter-disciplinary teams of faculty and non-academic partners preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Familiarity with preventative maintenance techniques and practices for high-value equipment
- Excellent troubleshooting ability along with hands-on expertise in technical support
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems
- Knowledge of general laboratory procedures
- Ability to provide guidance on the proper and safe use of materials and equipment and to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users
- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation
- Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
- Strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities with an excellent command of the English language
- Ability to work in a fluid and challenging work environment with changing deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines and adapt to growth and change
- Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
- Self-driven, independent thinker who is highly motivated and possesses an intrinsic passion for quality
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative and follow through on work assignments
- Possesses a reputation for resourcefulness with a strong sense of accountability and initiative
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to coach team members as well as support internal/external clients
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective,
- professional, mutually beneficial relationships with varied stakeholders (e.g. academics, students, service providers, policy makers)
- Ability to provide guidance, support and feedback in a way that is positively received
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff and volunteers

**Background Checks**:
While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory prior to any offer of employment.

**Western Values Diversity**:
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout



  • London, Ontario, Canada ITPS (CANADA) LTD Full time

    ITPS (CANADA) LTD seeks an experienced Aerospace Professional to lead simulations and operations of aerospace vehicles, systems, and components. The successful candidate will supervise a team of technicians, technologists, and engineers, ensuring seamless ground and flight tests of aircraft and spacecraft.This is a challenging role that requires strong...

  • Laboratory Technician

    2 months ago


    London, Canada Western University Full time

    **Classification & Regular Hours**: Hours per Week: 37.5 Salary Grade: Level O Please note, this is a 1 year temporary full time contract opportunity covering a leave of absence. **About Western**: **About Us**: The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology is the largest basic medical science department within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry....


  • London, Canada SGS Full time

    **Company Description** We are SGS - the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world. Supervise staff to carry out...


  • London, Canada Western University Full time

    **Classification & Regular Hours**: Hours per Week: 35 Salary Grade: 14 **About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek...

  • Coordinator, Core Lab

    2 weeks ago


    London, Canada Victoria Hospital Full time

    **Who We Are**: London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight...

  • Marketing Coordinator

    4 weeks ago


    London, Canada A&L Canada Laboratories Inc Full time

    **Overview** A & L Canada Laboratories Inc. is currently seeking an organized, results-driven, high-energy, detailed-oriented, and committed Marketing Coordinator. **Duties and Responsibilities**: - Execute on the annual marketing strategy by designing/developing engaging marketing content for various platforms including social media, websites,...


  • London, Canada Western University Full time

    **About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as...

  • Project Coordinator

    6 months ago


    London, Canada Western University Full time

    **About Western**: **About Us**: The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is an integral part of the vibrant Western research enterprise. Our faculty members have expertise in a broad array of basic, translational, and clinical research across multiple themes, which reflects the breadth of our faculty complement. Areas of research excellence...


  • London, Canada Western University Full time

    **About Western**: **About Us**: The goal of the Lab is to develop quantitative finance and data analytics solutions that will enable Canadian households to enhance their financial resilience. Combining state-of-the-art actuarial and financial models and comprehensive proprietary datasets provided by our corporate partners, the partnership will provide...


  • London, Canada WS Audiology Americas Full time

    HearCanada bolsters a world-class team of hearing care professionals/pioneers who share a passion for providing Wonderful Sound for All. With 60% of the Canadian population experiencing a hearing health issue in 2021, our teams are passionate about providing an exceptional client experience through their hearing journey. Join the team that’s changing...

  • Project Coordinator

    2 months ago


    London, Canada Western University Full time

    **About Western**: **About Us**: The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is an integral part of the vibrant Western research enterprise. Our faculty members have expertise in a broad array of basic, translational, and clinical research across multiple themes, which reflects the breadth of our faculty complement. Areas of research excellence...

  • Dental Lab Technician

    6 months ago


    London, Canada London Denture Clinic & Hearing Care Full time

    Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Dental Technician to join our team. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced denture clinic. **Duties**: - Fabricate dentures (partial, full, dentures on implants), relines, repairs - Utilize laboratory equipment to process dentures - Follow established procedures and protocols for accurate and...

  • Haccp Coordinator

    5 months ago


    London, Canada Cardiff Products Full time

    **Job description** **SUMMARY OF TASKS** Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance, development, and implementation of the HACCP system in an aseptic processing manufacturing facility. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Identifying, evaluating, controlling, and preventing hazards at all stages of the production...


  • London, Canada AGAT Laboratories Full time

    AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation,...

  • QA Technician

    6 months ago


    London, Canada The Original Cakerie Full time

    **Pay Rate: TBD** **QUALITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGIST**: Perform Quality Control functions in the laboratory and in the manufacturing facilities to include analytical tests, evaluations, and quality audits. Monitor and carry out components of the food safety & quality management system from incoming materials to finished products for compliance to specifications...

  • Medical Lab Technician

    5 months ago


    London, Canada KGK Science Full time

    **Position Type**: Part Time **Reports to**: Laboratory Manager **Coordinates with**: Clinic Coordinators and Clinic Research Associates as required **About the Company** KGK Science is a growing clinical research and regulatory services business that has served clients in North America for over two decades focusing on a wide variety of physiological...


  • London, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time

    Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization. We are looking for a Mechatronics Research Assosicate to support the Automotive and Surface Transportation Research Centre. The incumbment will share our core values of Integrity, Excellence,...

  • Research Assistant

    5 months ago


    London, Canada Western University Full time

    **About Western**: **About Us**: With a strong focus on teaching, research and clinical service, the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine fully supports the mission and values of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, the London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. Our vision is to provide...

  • Research Technician Ii

    6 months ago


    London, Canada Western University Full time

    **Classification & Regular Hours**: Hours per Week: 35 Salary Grade: Level O - Please note: This is a grant-funded position._ **About Western**: **About Us**: Western ranks as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities. From fundamental to applied discovery, its researchers advance knowledge that provides tangible benefits for the economic,...


  • London, Ontario, Canada ITPS (CANADA) LTD Full time

    The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong background in aerospace engineering and experience in supervising technicians, technologists, and other engineers. They will be responsible for developing and conducting computer simulations of aerospace vehicles, systems, and components, as well as coordinating ground and flight tests of aircraft and...