Clinical Open Rank Professor in Athletic Training
- Employer
- University of Georgia
- Location
- Athens, Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Jan 9, 2025
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Other Education, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Physical Education, Physical Therapy
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Summary
The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time clinical assistant/associate/full professor to serve as Program Director in the Master of Science in Athletic Training ( MSAT ) Program to begin August 1, 2025.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Instruct graduate and undergraduate courses
- Mentor professional graduate students in Athletic Training
- Provide service to the University, state, and/or the field
PROGRAM DIRECTOR DUTIES ARE COMPENSATED SEPARATELY AND INCLUDE :
- Manage all aspects of the MSAT Program
- Work collaboratively with the Coordinator of Clinical Education, MSAT Program faculty, and all Program affiliates
- Monitor CAATE requirements for compliance with accreditation standards and completion of accreditation documents
- Perform regular MSAT Program assessments
- Direct two teaching laboratory spaces: The AT Education Laboratory and the Kinesiology Simulation Laboratory
- Identify and purchase supplies and equipment needed for instruction within the MSAT Program
Applicants should submit the following:
- A letter of interest that addresses qualifications in the areas detailed above
- Curriculum vitae
- A statement regarding the applicant’s leadership, mentoring, and teaching philosophy that speaks to abilities, approaches, and interests that addresses how to best meet the needs of today’s students (3-page maximum)
- The contact information for three references will be collected as part of the application process. Letters of reference may be requested directly through the application system as part of the search process. References of only the finalists invites to campus will be checked.
Posting Details
Posting Number
F2269P
Working Title
Clinical Open Rank Professor in Athletic Training
Department
COE-Kinesiology
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
THE DEPARTMENT : The Department of Kinesiology has 29 full‐time faculty members and offers B.S., M.S., M.S.A.T. and Ph.D. programs in the academic areas of athletic training, sport management, exercise science, and health and physical education. Department faculty members are nationally and internationally recognized for their scholarly accomplishments, teaching excellence, and service to their professional disciplines. The Department has excellent resources, facilities, and collaboration opportunities in the area of Athletic Training. The UGA Athletic Training Program has a long-standing history of excellence and is in good standing with the CAATE . Information about the department can be found at www.coe.uga.edu/kinesiology and information about the MSAT program can be found at www.coe.uga.edu/academics/degrees/ms-athletic-training-msat .
THE COLLEGE : The Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFECOE ), one of the nation’s largest colleges of education, consistently ranks in the top ten national Elementary Education and Curriculum and Instruction programs. The College offers significant possibilities for interdisciplinary research collaborations, program development, and school-community partnerships. The college’s Research Office provides strong pre- and post-award grant support. The College is named for the University of Georgia’s first African American graduate, a pioneering educator who played an integral role in the campaign for racial equality in Georgia and across the South. The College is committed to promoting diversity in education and society through its Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, through its research and teaching missions, and through collaborative work with community residents and organizations. The department and college are recognized leaders in developing partnerships with local communities and schools to provide pre-service and in-service professional development, and to expand students’ experiential learning and service-learning opportunities.
Athens is known for its music, art, and food as well as its accessibility to the Atlanta area (see www.visitathensga.com and http://www.georgia.gov/ ).
College/Unit/Department website
www.coe.uga.edu/kinesiology
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2025
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
01/09/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Open Rank
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Open Rank
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field.
Additional Requirements
- Certification and good standing with the Board of Certification
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Georgia at the time of hire
- NPI number with Athletic Training designation upon appointment
- A minimum of 2 years clinical practice as an Athletic Trainer
- A minimum of 2 years of teaching in an Athletic Training curriculum
- 5 years or more of teaching in an Athletic Training curriculum
- 5 years or more of clinical practice as an Athletic Trainer
- Background as an Athletic Training Program Director and/or Coordinator of Clinical Education
- Background that includes prior Athletic Training student mentorship
- Evidence of contemporary expertise in one or more Athletic Training content areas
- Candidates applying for the rank of clinical associate professor or clinical professor must have strong evidence of sustained, outstanding achievements in teaching and service, consistent with performance levels expected for promotion to clinical associate professor or clinical professor at peer universities.
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
- Instruct graduate and undergraduate courses
- Mentor professional graduate students in Athletic Training
- Provide service to the University, state, and/or the field
PROGRAM DIRECTOR DUTIES ARE COMPENSATED SEPARATELY AND INCLUDE :
- Manage all aspects of the MSAT Program
- Work collaboratively with the Coordinator of Clinical Education, MSAT Program faculty, and all Program affiliates
- Monitor CAATE requirements for compliance with accreditation standards and completion of accreditation documents
- Perform regular MSAT Program assessments
- Direct two teaching laboratory spaces: The AT Education Laboratory and the Kinesiology Simulation Laboratory
- Identify and purchase supplies and equipment needed for instruction within the MSAT Program
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
- List of References with Contact Information
Company
As the birthplace of public higher education in America, the University of Georgia has inspired generations of entrepreneurs, researchers, and citizens to change the world since its founding in 1785.
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. Its motto, “to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things,” reflects the University’s integral and unique role in the conservation and enhancement of the state’s and nation’s intellectual, cultural, and environmental heritage.
The University of Georgia shares with the other research universities of the University System of Georgia the following core characteristics:
- a statewide responsibility and commitment to excellence and academic achievements having national and international recognition;
- a commitment to excellence in a teaching/learning environment dedicated to serving a diverse and well-prepared student body, to promoting high levels of student achievement, and to providing appropriate academic support services;
- a commitment to excellence in research, scholarship, and creative endeavors that are focused on organized programs to create, maintain, and apply new knowledge and theories; that promote instructional quality and effectiveness; and that enhance institutionally relevant faculty qualifications;
- a commitment to excellence in public service, economic development, and technical assistance activities designed to address the strategic needs of the state of Georgia along with a comprehensive offering of continuing education designed to meet the needs of Georgia’s citizens in life-long learning and professional education;
- a wide range of academic and professional programming at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.
With its statewide mission and core characteristics, the University of Georgia endeavors to prepare the University community and the state for full participation in the global society of the twenty-first century. Through its programs and practices, it seeks to foster the understanding of and respect for cultural differences necessary for an enlightened and educated citizenry. It further provides for cultural, ethnic, gender, and racial diversity in the faculty, staff, and student body. The University is committed to preparing the University community to appreciate the critical importance of a quality environment to an interdependent global society.
Company info
- Website
- http://www.uga.edu/
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