Graduate Assistantship- Master in Athletic Training

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202400082ST

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Title

Graduate Assistantship- Master in Athletic Training

Employee Class

Graduate Employee

College Work Study Position

No

Department

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 health

care 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

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:

S

tudents 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, and

Open Date

03/22/2024

Position Number

Contact Information

| Contact Name & Title | Dr. Mary Williams | | Contact Phone | 936-294-1172 | | Contact Email | mary.williams@shsu.edu | | Contact Building & Room # | Lee Drain Building, Room 108 | | Contact Fax | | | 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, Athletic Training Program Director, mary.williams@shsu.edu

**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. The annual application priority deadline is:

Fall Semester Start – Graduate Assistantship

Application is due on or before April 1, 2024

|

EEO Statement

| EEO Statement |
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcripts Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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

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