Team Lead, Lab Operations

Job summary

Lead the daily operations of simulation labs to provide high-quality experiential learning for students and faculty. Responsibilities include staffing coordination, resource management, and partnering with academic programs to ensure operational excellence.

Job details

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Posting Details Position Information Job Title Team Lead, Lab Operations Appointment Type Temporary with the possibility of extension Position Dates October 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 Hours per week/FTE 35 About the Position The Lab Operations Team Lead plays a pivotal role in creating exceptional student learning experiences by leading the people, resources, and daily operations that enable high-quality, innovative, and psychologically safe experiential learning experiences. Through operational leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a commitment to continuous improvement, the Team Lead creates the conditions that allow students, faculty, staff, and volunteers to engage in meaningful, hands-on, and evidence-informed learning experiences. Reporting to the Experiential Learning Services Manager, the Lab Operations Team Lead provides day-to-day operational leadership for the lab environment within the Simulation Hub for the Centre of Health and Wellness, while performing the full scope of the Simulation Specialist role. The Lab Operations Team Lead works in close partnership with the High-Fidelity Operations Team Lead to coordinate staffing, operational priorities, shared resources, and continuous operational improvement across the Simulation Hub, ensuring seamless delivery of simulation and experiential learning activities. The Lab Operations Team Lead develops staffing schedules for Simulation Specialists, mentors staff, and partners with academic programs to support evolving instructional needs. Through collaboration, psychological safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, the Lab Operations Team Lead in partnership with the High-Fidelity Operations Team Lead advances operational excellence and supports the quality, accreditation, and educational objectives of the Simulation Hub and the academic programs it serves. Position Details Responsibilities The Team Lead plans and coordinates the daily operations of simulation labs to support the instructional needs of multiple academic programs and will have key responsibilities in these areas: Operational Leadership and Lab Support Faculty and Program Support Mentorship and Psychological Safety Resource Management and Operations Readiness Collaboration and Operational Improvement Required Qualifications Two-Year College Program or University Undergraduate Degree in a regulated health profession with a clinical practice background. Examples include Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care Paramedic, Advanced Care Paramedic, or another regulated healthcare profession. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered where the candidate demonstrates significant leadership or management experience and substantial healthcare experience relevant to the operational requirements of the position. Preferred Qualifications Salary AUPE Class Level 11 Step 2, $35.61 per hour Working Here Culture of Care A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing. Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic Lethbridge Polytechnic is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning. We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community. Posting Detail Information Posting Number T26-00478 Open Date 09/09/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents Transcripts Letter of Recommendation

What you’ll do

Lead the daily operations of simulation labs to provide high-quality experiential learning for students and faculty. Responsibilities include staffing coordination, resource management, and partnering with academic programs to ensure operational excellence.

Requirements

Requires a degree in a regulated health profession (e.g., RN, LPN, Paramedic) or an equivalent combination of leadership and healthcare experience. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to manage lab operations and mentor staff within a clinical simulation environment.

Benefits

• Professional Development • Employee Wellness • Flexible Work Arrangements

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Operational Leadership
• Staff Mentorship
• Resource Management
• Simulation Coordination
• Healthcare Clinical Practice
• Staff Scheduling
• Continuous Improvement
• Collaboration
• Psychological Safety
• Experiential Learning

Job areas

• Education
• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research