Immersive Technology Specialist

Fanshawe International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Immersive Technology Specialist to enhance the use of innovative technologies in educational settings. The role involves collaborating with faculty and IT to develop immersive experiences, maintaining technologies, and conducting training sessions. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and three years of relevant experience, particularly in XR technologies. Join a community that values professional growth and offers competitive compensation and flexible work policies.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous vacation and holiday entitlements

Flexible work policy

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in immersive technology or game development.
• Experience with XR technologies in educational settings.
• Advanced understanding of immersive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop immersive experiences.
• Manage immersive technology equipment and software.
• Conduct training and demonstrations for faculty and students.

Skills

Immersive Technologies

Communication

Problem-solving

Programming

Education

3 year diploma/degree in Immersive Technology, Digital Media, Computer Programming, Game Development, Information Technology

Tools

XR/VR/AR tools

Animation software

Job description

**Job Description:**The Immersive Technology Specialist, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Immersive Technologies and Simulation, plays a crucial role in facilitating the seamless integration, utilization, and development of immersive technologies and experiences at Fanshawe College. This pivotal position involves collaborating with academic departments, Information Technology Services, faculty members, researchers, and instructional designers, while also maintaining immersive technology equipment, ensuring up-to-date applications, and facilitating the onboarding of faculty, staff, and students. The incumbent enhances the implementation and support of cutting-edge immersive technology research and learning experiences.* Collaborates with internal teams to support the development of in-house immersive technology experiences* Designs, creates, modifies, or sources digital assets for immersive technology experiences* Explore, evaluate, and engage with external developers/vendors for new XR applications* Conducts research on emerging technologies and shares insights with the team* Assists in the planning and coordination of pilot programs to test new XR content in select courses which includes identifying suitable courses, liaising with faculty, obtaining required approvals, organizing training sessions, and collecting feedback for further refinement* Configures, troubleshoots, and manages immersive technology equipment both on-site and remotely for multiple campuses* Ensures headsets/devices and applications are properly set up and updated* Coordinates device repairs and resolves technical issues related to immersive technology; escalating and collaborating with Information Technology Services as needed* Supports setup and maintenance of immersive technology in research and learning environments* Supports the successful run of XR labs, as needed* Provides expert guidance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students for safe and appropriate use of immersive technology (XR), which includes but is not limited to Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Virtual Reality (VR).* Plans and delivers diverse immersive technology demonstrations, training and orientation sessions as well as workshops to faculty, staff, students and other stakeholders* Assists in setting up and maintaining immersive technology in the learning environment* 3 year diploma/degree in Immersive Technology, Digital Media, Computer Programming, Game Development, Information Technology, or a related field of study* 3 years of relevant programming, game development, or immersive technology related experience which could include XR/VR/AR and/or instructional technology support and/or XR experiences development Experience in the setup, maintenance, and integration of immersive technologies within an educational/research or comparable environment* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered* Additional on-the-job training, certifications, or specialized courses relevant to immersive technology is an asset* Experience in one or more of these areas is desired: volumetric capture, projection mapping, animation, motion capture, multiuser XR, and AI* Advanced understanding of immersive technologies and their practical applications* Able to effectively manage conflict, time and competing priorities is required along with proficient communication and active listening skillsFanshawe 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 recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: [e-mail]**A place where you belong:**Embark on a fulfilling career journey with us! We're more than a job; at Fanshawe College you become part of a community that values your growth. We are dedicated to nurturing your success with exceptional resources, technology, and professional development. Learn more below and find out why a career at Fanshawe should be part of your future.**Fanshawe provides:**- Competitive compensation--- Generous vacation and holiday entitlements- Full-time employees start at a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation per year in addition to our paid college closure from Dec. 25 – Jan. 1- Prepaid leave/salary deferral plan- Subsidized maternity and parental leave- Family tuition program- Flexible work policy- Employee and Family Assistance Program- Corporate Discounts through CAUBO**Professional Development**Education is at the heart of the Fanshawe experience for both students and employees. Organizational Development and Learning provides professional development and training opportunities for employees to grow and develop new skills.**Fanshawe also offers:**LinkedIn Learning