Job Description

Opportunity Details

First Section

Posting Number 41095

Requisition Title Part-time VR Pilot Assistant (2 Positions)

Internal Posting Closing Date

External Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Campus Location London

Department Faculty of Health,Community Studies and Public Safety Operations (HSO)

Employment Group Support

Pay Details

$22.30 per hour.

Hours of Work per Week

Up to 20 hours per week.

Summary

Working at Fanshawe College

Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required.

Work Categorization: These positions require daily on-site presence and are not subject to hybrid work.

Note: These are part-time temporary Support positions (up to 24 hours per week) until February 29, 2024.

Duties: We are seeking passionate and detail-oriented VR Pilot Assistants to support a pilot program utilizing cutting-edge VR technology, including Bodyswaps and other innovative VR applications. As the VR Pilot Assistant, you will play a critical role in assisting with the onboarding, monitoring, and support of participants who will be testing this exciting new technology. The pilot program will take place over a period of 3 months and will require a commitment of approximately 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the onboarding of participants to the VR program, including setting-up hardware and software, providing necessary training, and ensuring a seamless participant experience
• Monitor participant progress and provide guidance and support as needed, utilizing your strong interpersonal and communication skills to help troubleshoot any issues that arise
• Collect and analyze feedback from participants, providing regular updates to the project team to ensure that the pilot program is achieving its goals
• Assist with the development of program materials, including user guides and training materials, to help ensure a smooth and effective program implementation
• Help troubleshoot technical issues as needed, working closely with the project team to escalate any issues that require additional support

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent
• Prior experience with VR technology and knowledge of basic troubleshooting techniques
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered; preference will be given to applicants meeting the education requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to solve problems, while also working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to help manage multiple aspects of the program
• Availability to work approximately 20 hours per week over a 6-month period

How to Apply:

These are temporary, part-time positions with a competitive hourly rate. If you are passionate about VR technology and have experience supporting projects or programs, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this position, highlighting any relevant experience working with VR technology or managing projects or programs.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME VIA EMAIL (quoting Competition No. HSO 41095) TO:

Tania Killian

Manager, Simulation Laboratories

Fanshawe College

Email: tkillian@fanshawec.ca

General Information

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory prior to any offer of employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the Recruitment Coordinator leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

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