Manager, Clinical Learning Resource Centre, USask Health Sciences

Primary Purpose: The Manager of the Clinical Learning Resource Centre (CLRC) facilitates the integration of simulation and inter-professional learning opportunities into the educational process of University of Saskatchewan (USask) health science students' clinical learning. This position assists in developing and overseeing the implementation of various programs and USask Health Sciences strategic initiatives, and manages staff and the day-to-day operations of learning activities within the CLRC.

Nature of Work: Reporting to the Associate Director, the Manager is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the CLRC, working collaboratively with the other CLRC Manager with a primary focus on supporting Health Sciences clinical skills curricula. This role includes supervision of CLRC staff and oversight of all simulated learning activities within the Manager's designated areas. The Manager is expected to ensure the unit operates smoothly and efficiently, delivering exceptional service to all partners.

This complex and dynamic position requires strong relationship‑building skills and effective collaboration with a wide range of faculty, staff, committees, colleges, units, and external partners. The Manager will contribute to the development and implementation of experiential learning activities that incorporate experiential learning pedagogies, simulation technologies, and evidence‑based methodologies. Because the role involves handling sensitive and confidential information, discretion and sound judgment are essential.

The work environment is fast‑paced and demanding, with frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and multiple concurrent issues requiring attention. The position also involves light to moderate physical tasks. This is a full‑time role that may require flexible hours, including occasional evening and weekend work, and calls for creative thinking, innovative problem‑solving, and a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience.

Accountabilities:

Administration:

• Oversees and manages assigned simulation‑based educational activities within the CLRC, including the Simulated Patient (SP) Program
• Works with the financial team to ensure adherence to established CLRC budgets
• Collaborate with CLRC partners to develop and implement simulation experiences aligned with course and program objectives
• Manages the full employee lifecycle for direct reports, including recruitment, training, development, engagement, performance management, and discipline up to and including dismissal
• Supports oversight of SP Program recruitment, training standards, performance expectations, and quality assurance
• Contributes to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and practice standards informed by emerging research and best practice
• Establishes and monitors metrics and benchmarks for events; collects and analyzes data and recommends improvements
• Supports the Director, Clinical Learning Services with business operations, scheduling, budgeting, market research, promotion, partnership development, and staff and faculty development
• Collaborates with USask Health Sciences to plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate events that support strategic goals and priorities

Operations:

• Manages day‑to‑day operations of assigned areas, including the SP Program, inventory, equipment maintenance, room scheduling, staff workflow, simulation planning, and lab set‑up/take‑down
• Works with faculty and the CLRC team to design, plan, prepare, implement, and schedule simulation activities involving both equipment-based and SP‑based modalities
• Coordinates the simulation centre schedule, including OSCEs, simulations, and classroom use, ensuring compliance with scheduling policies and avoiding conflicts
• Oversees staff in preparing spaces, supporting SP activities, maintaining equipment, and coordinating required upgrades
• Recommends equipment, supplies, and SP Program resources, anticipating changes in technology, practice standards, and program needs
• Ensures adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices to meet regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards across all simulation modalities

People and Organizational Development:

• Champion simulated and interprofessional activities to our health science partners
• Provides oversight and support for training initiatives for simulation users, including faculty development on simulation, SP utilization, and debriefing methodologies
• Assumes faculty educator role for simulations as content expert and conducts debriefing within the scope of knowledge or to assist content expert as required
• Supports faculty in developing and implementing simulated educational activities, including scenario design and SP recruitment
• Provides feedback to support continuous improvement in the SP and Healthcare Professional training processes
• Promotes ongoing professional development for staff to stay current with simulation and interprofessional education trends
• Networks with provincial, national, and international colleagues to share and adopt best practices
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field is preferred. Certifications and/or post graduate degrees in leadership and/or administration would be an asset. The University of Saskatchewan recognizes alternate career paths; therefore, a combination of education and experience may be considered.     

Experience: Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment. Demonstrated competency (three to five years) in adult immersive teaching‑learning approaches or other experiential education methods. Experience with program development, performance evaluation, human resources and financial management, policy and procedure development, and team building are essential.

Skills: Performance competencies include leadership and vision, support for progress and change, relationship building, communication, results orientation, and personal effectiveness; demonstrated strengths in strategic program development and management: planning, implementing, promoting, and evaluating programs; experience in and a commitment to interprofessional education in the health sciences; the ability to work collaboratively and foster interprofessional relationships; an understanding of healthcare practice and how to integrate best‑practice teaching and learning strategies into a simulated healthcare environment; strong human resource management skills; sound decision‑making skills; the ability to work independently while demonstrating initiative, flexibility, creativity, and innovation.

Department: USask Health Sciences
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $69, ,868.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Managerial
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 2/11/2026
Closing Date: 2/17/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

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