The AO is a medically guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas. What binds us together is our passion for excellence, our dedication to our mission of improving patient care, and our understanding that we are stronger together: we are one AO.
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At the, we're committed to advancing medical education. We focus on equipping surgeons and healthcare professionals with cutting-edge learning programs, driving excellence in patient care.
Our Education Design team works at the forefront of digital learning, harnessing the power of media and graphic design to create immersive educational content. Our work spans curriculum and assessment development, medical simulations, video production, development of educational materials, and establishment of digital platforms on a global scale.
Employment type / Anstellungsverhältnis: Permanent Workload percentage / Pensum: 100% Location / Standort:
Davos Platz, CH
Experience level / gewünschtes Erfahrungsniveau: Experienced professional Application language / Bewerbungssprache: English or German
Short Description
We are seeking a proactive and solution-driven Project Manager - Medical Simulation to join our team at the AO Education Institute. This role combines hands-on operational excellence with strategic thinking to deliver high-quality simulation-based medical education globally. The successful candidate will manage the logistics and operational aspects of our simulation training while contributing to the advancement of both physical and digital simulation solutions that scale our impact worldwide.
Main Responsibilities
As Project Manager - Medical Simulation, you will bridge the gap between practical execution and strategic vision, ensuring our simulation-based education programs maintain the highest standards while evolving to meet future needs. You will be instrumental in bringing cutting-edge simulation technologies to healthcare professionals around the world.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Management
1. Execute the setup, operation, and maintenance of simulation equipment for international training events
2. Manage biological specimen handling and logistics in compliance with international regulations
3. Coordinate logistical aspects of simulation-based training events in Davos and support global locations
4. Oversee import/export requirements for specialized training materials
5. Maintain and organize simulation equipment, tools, and supplies inventory
Project Implementation
6. Implement simulation-based training projects from planning to delivery
7. Track project milestones, timelines, and deliverables
8. Resolve operational challenges during project execution
9. Document processes and outcomes to support continuous improvement
10. Coordinate cross-functional team activities to achieve project goals
Technology & Innovation
11. Support the evaluation of novel, simulation-based learning experiences
12. Contribute to the development and go2market of digital simulation tools
13. Assist in managing relationships with technology and service partners
14. Provide input on scalability opportunities for simulation programs
15. Help implement emerging technologies in simulation education
Main Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
16. Bachelor's degree in healthcare, education, project management, or related field
17. 3-5 years of experience in medical education, simulation operations, clinical laboratories or related field
18. Proven experience managing complex projects with operational components
19. Experience with medical simulation technologies (preferred)
20. Knowledge of biological specimen handling procedures (advantageous)
Skills & Competencies
21. Excellent logistical planning and coordination abilities
22. Strong project execution and follow-through
23. Effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups
24. Technical aptitude for working with simulation equipment
25. Resilient and solution-focused under time or resource pressure
26. Comfortable with international travel (approximately 10%)
Personal Attributes
27. Pragmatic problem-solver with a "roll up your sleeves" mentality
28. Balance of operational detail-orientation with strategic thinking
29. Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments
30. Openness to new technologies and methodologies
31. Passion for medical education and improving patient care globally
We offer
32. An interesting and varied job in an exciting and innovative organization
33. The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team
34. Modern infrastructure
35. High degree of flexibility regarding working hours and location (depending on operational requirements)
36. Generous package of social benefits, including supplementary vacation days and pension scheme contributions
37. Internal skills training opportunities and support for continued education