Assistant Clinical Professor, Athletic Training

Job Title

Assistant Clinical Professor, Athletic Training

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

COEHD-Kinesiology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for a non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor in Athletic Training. We are seeking a dynamic faculty member to assist in the continued development of a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited Athletic Training Program. This position will begin Fall 2023. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track line, with a 9-month appointment. Additional teaching opportunities may be available in the summer. This position will require teaching and service; and faculty will be invited to participate in research activities. This position will serve as the fourth faculty line for the Master of Science in Athletic Training program.

The main responsibilities of this position will include, but is not limited to: 

• Teaching master’s level Athletic Training classes in a CAATE accredited AT Program and maintaining compliance with CAATE accreditation standards

• Teaching in an undergraduate kinesiology program designed to help students enter allied health professions including Athletic Training

• Providing academic advising and mentorship for students in the MS in AT Program

• Supporting activities and programs arranged for the recruitment, selection, and retention of students for the MS in AT Program

• Assisting in the completion of necessary annual and self-study accreditation reports for CAATE, SACS-COC, and the university

• Providing service to the university, community, and profession

• Additional duties as assigned

The successful candidate will report to the Director of the Athletic Training Program and the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology & Military Science.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Athletic Training

• Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification 

• Eligibility for Texas AT Licensure or Current Texas AT License

• Current membership in the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)

• Current knowledge of Athletic Training literature and CAATE requirements  

• Documented clinical experience in the field of Athletic Training

Preferred Qualifications:

• A terminal degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in athletic training, exercise science, kinesiology, or related field.

• Evidence of successful graduate and/or undergraduate teaching, preferably in a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program (previous 3-5 years)

• Experience working with the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

• Evidence of outstanding organizational skills; as well as excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Demonstrated commitment to multicultural competence with the skills and experience to work with diverse individuals

• CPR/AED/First Aid Professional Rescuer Instructor

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index.php

All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position.

A completed application will include:

1. A letter of application addressing qualifications.

2. Statement of teaching and research philosophy.

3. A curriculum vitae.

4. Three professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email address.

5. Copies of unofficial transcripts of all graduate coursework.

6. Proof of current BOC certification, NATA membership, and NPI number

The deadline for applications is Monday, March 20th, 2023.

For questions, please contact: Dr. Mikaela Boham, Search Committee Chair, TAMUCC, 6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5818, Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5820 or [email protected] .

More information about the Department of Kinesiology & the Athletic Training Program can be found at: http://kinesiology.tamucc.edu/index.html

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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