Executive Director, Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute - Medical Education

Executive Director, Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute - Medical Education

Hiring Department: Medical Education

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1038066

Posting Close Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $145,000 to $195,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary
This position leads and oversees the strategy, business functions, and operations of the Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) of the Department of Medical Education in the College of Medicine. This position will advance and support simulation within the College of Medicine and other University and non-University entities. This individual will develop and implement salient policies and procedures to ensure that SAIL's operations are efficient and meet the goals of the strategic plan. This position will also represent SAIL when engaging with clients and vendors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) operations, including budgeting and finances, staffing, and facilities planning and development.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of simulation-based programming across Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL), working closely with faculty, staff, and institutional partners to ensure alignment with curriculum goals and broader academic priorities.

• Develop strategic plans, annual goals and objectives and administrative direction of the unit.

• Identify new business opportunities by analyzing and presenting data for the development of new services.

• Lead Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) marketing efforts by developing and implementing a marketing plan, and measuring and reporting results.

• Oversee and direct the recruitment, training and development of Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) management and leadership team to ensure that strategic objectives are met.

• Recruit, select, evaluate, train, and manage administrative staff to ensure that operational needs are met.

• Lead efforts to train and support faculty, instructors, and staff in areas such as facilitation, debriefing, and other best practices.

• Represent Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) at the national and campus levels on issues relating to simulation.

• Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Biological Sciences, Theater/Theater Arts.
A minimum of 10 years’ management experience in healthcare simulation.
A minumum of 5 years’ experience in healthcare simulation.
Current CHSE, CHSE-A or CHSOS Certification.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal, management and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Master Degree Preferred
Demonstrate strong conflict resolution skills
Certified Coaching.
Demonstrate experience leading and acquiring simulation accreditation.
A minumum of 10 years experience in healthcare simulation.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.