Associate Director, Medical Technology Solutions

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine, we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in patient-centred environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.

About the Role

The School of Medicine invites applications for a dynamic and innovative technology solutions leader to join our team as the Associate Director, Medical Technology Solutions. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to lead, manage, and transform our technology landscape.

As the Associate Director, you will oversee cutting-edge classroom technology and end-user device platforms, ensuring that our infrastructure supports the evolving needs of medical education. You will guide the acquisition, implementation, and operationalization of both cloud-based and on-premise systems, ensuring they are seamlessly integrated and compliant with security and institutional policies. The reporting relationship of this position and the team that reports to it may change at the discretion of the Provost.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the optimization and implementation of technology solutions to enhance the learning environment across our distributed medical education sites.
• Manage technology budgets and drive innovative approaches to technical architecture.
• Collaborate closely with faculty, clinicians, and community partners to ensure technology solutions align with the needs of modern medical education and operations.

The ideal candidate is a people-centered, resilient and creative leader with project management experience, particularly in large-scale learning technology initiatives. They possess deep technical knowledge and expertise in classroom and enterprise technology solutions within medical education. Along with a proven track record in managing vendor contracts and technology roadmaps, the candidate excels in fostering collaboration among diverse internal and external partners, and team members.

If you are passionate about harnessing technology to create exceptional learning environments and are excited by the prospect of making a meaningful impact in the delivery of medical education, we encourage you to apply.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and eight (8) years of related experience preferably in the post-secondary education or public domain, with at least three (3) of those years managing or supervising operational teams, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Technical expertise in cloud computing platforms, hybrid cloud environments, database management, data integration and cybersecurity.
• Excellent leadership skills to develop high-performing teams and foster collaboration with diverse partners.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale teaching solutions projects, developing detailed plans and budgets, and performing cost-benefit analysis for technology investments in education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that build engagement, conducive relationships and clarity.
• Skilled in data-driven decision-making, developing innovative solutions and aligning technology strategies with organizational goals.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.