Athletic Trainer/Research

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Athletic Trainer/Research

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Job Title

Athletic Trainer/Research

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Requisition Number

RE44575

Working Title

Department Name

7N610:Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

44

Salary Range

$43,361-69,383/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Athletic Certification

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary for the position including but not limited to: running, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, sitting on the floor

Shift

Typically days: Monday – Friday with core hours from 8:00am – 5:00pm; additional hours per workload demands.

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky, College of Health Sciences, Sports Medicine Research Institute is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer to begin employment on July 1st, 2024. We are seeking a motivated individual who can contribute to ongoing research projects and funded clinical trials investigating novel rehabilitation techniques for lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries. The primary obligations of this position are to support externally funded (e.g., Department of Defense) clinical research studies by 1) delivering direct patient care aligned with standardized rehabilitation protocols; 2) communicate with local clinical care settings to recruit potential participants; and 3) communicate with and educate participants on the rehabilitation process, relevant timelines, and expectations for study visits.

The person in this position must have a bachelor’s level degree or higher within Athletic Training and be eligible to obtain a Kentucky State Athletic Training License. Additionally, this person should have experience with instructing patients on performing common therapeutic exercises, completing daily exercise logs and good communication skills. This person will be expected to assist in fulfilling the research objectives of the Sports Medicine Research Institute and to work closely with other laboratory personnel including students, graduate student researchers, postdocs, and staff of the Sports Medicine Research Institute. This position will be a 12-month appointment with option to renew contingent upon review and grant funding.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Kyle Kosik ( kyle.kosik@uky.edu ).

Please include a resume/CV and cover letter when applying to this position.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

MS preferred in Athletic Training

Deadline to Apply

04/24/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Curriculum Vita

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