Graduate Employee-Kinesiology-Master in Athletic Training (Student Worker)

Posting Details

Posting Information

• Requisition: 202400345ST
• Title: Graduate Employee - Kinesiology - Master in Athletic Training Student Worker
• Employee Class: Graduate Employee
• College: Dept of Kinesiology
• Division: Division of Academic Affairs
• Hours per week: 10
• Hiring Rate Schedule: The schedule for this position is up to 10 hours per week and may include both weekdays and weekend days depending on scheduled events for the program. This graduate assistantship is available for fall, spring, and summer terms. Assistantships are given on a per semester basis. The position is renewed based on performance, professionalism, and collaboration. The granting of an assistantship does not guarantee future assistantship positions.
• Preferred Student Classification: Acceptance to currently enrolled into the MSAT program at SHSU.
• Nature & Purpose of Position: MS in Athletic Training. Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified multi-skilled healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic Training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute, or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA), Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as an allied health care profession.
• Other Requirements for the Position: Please note that this position is for a Fall 2025 start date.
• General skills and qualifications:
• Communication: Students must communicate with other graduate assistants and faculty both in-person and via electronic mediums.
• Computer skills: Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office and internet and database search tools, is critical.
• Self-motivation: Students must demonstrate a high level of responsibility to complete tasks in a timely manner and make significant progress without direct supervision.
• Develop and grow: Students must demonstrate the ability to learn new skills in the areas of research, logistics, software, and lab equipment.
• Preferred skills include:
• Professional and research writing skills.
• Ability to assist with statistical analysis of data.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Open Date: 10/03/2024
• Position Number: [Not Specified]

Contact Information

• Contact Name & Title: Dr. Mary Williams, Athletic Training Program Director
• Contact Phone: 936-294-1172
• Contact Email: mary.williams@shsu.edu
• Contact Building & Room: Lee Drain Building, Room 108
• Contact Fax: [Not Specified]

Contact Instructions Summary If you are interested in applying, look for our application on People Admin. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Mary Williams.

International Students Please visit the following website for more information on employment requirements and eligibility: https://www.shsu.edu/dept/global-engagement/international-students-and-scholars/employment.html

Application Timeline The MSAT program hires Graduate Assistants to start each fall semester and as needed during other times of the academic year.

• Annual application priority deadline: Fall Semester 2025 Start - Graduate Assistantship.
• Application is due on or before: April 1, 2025.

EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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Applicant Documents

• Required Documents:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Optional Documents: [Not Specified]

Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk.

• Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University?
• Yes
• No - disqualifying