Temporary Simulation Lab Assistant: College of Nursing - UTK

University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department
University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department

Knoxville, TN, USA

USD 20-22 / hour

Posted on Jun 19, 2026

The College of Nursing (CON) seeks a temporary Simulation Lab Assistant to directly contribute to the education of future nurses. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for the seamless operation of our Skills Learning and High-Fidelity Labs. This includes preparing and restocking equipment and supplies, guiding faculty at the start of sessions, maintaining lab organization, and providing crucial support for the setup and breakdown of immersive high-fidelity learning experiences.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!
The College of Nursing (CON) seeks a temporary Simulation Lab Assistant to directly contribute to the education of future nurses. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for the seamless operation of our Skills Learning and High-Fidelity Labs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • One of the following certifications: EMT; LPN; RN; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • 1+ years' experience in hospital or acute care inpatient care

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in related field

  • Experience working in medical/nursing learning labs

Work Location: Knoxville, TN – onsite.

Compensation:

  • UT market range: MR06
  • Anticipated hiring range: $20.00/hr – $22.00/hr
  • Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

Length of Assignment: temporary position approximately 4 months

Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments.

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of 3 Professional References

About the College of Nursing

With a longstanding tradition of excellence in nursing education, research, and clinical practice, we are proud to be a guiding force in healthcare education. We embrace innovation while honoring the values that have shaped our success. By offering cutting-edge academic programs, supporting impactful research, and forging strong community partnerships, we prepare healthcare professionals who deliver high-quality, culturally responsive care in a diverse and ever-changing world. Join the Vol Nurse Family! Get to know CON

  • Coordinate simulation lab setup and breakdown for students and faculty.

  • Guide faculty on lab setup at the beginning of sessions.

  • Maintain lab readiness through tidying and restocking.

  • Support the Simulation Team in high-fidelity lab preparation and dismantling.

  • Oversee simulation team supply inventory and restocking.

  • Communicate supply needs to the Simulation Coordinator.

  • Conduct quality assurance checks on lab equipment and request repairs.

  • Supervise student simulation lab assistants.

  • Aid in the facilitation of high-fidelity simulation experiences.

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