Assistant Professor of Education, Athletic Training

The University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) seeks an athletic training educator at the rank of assistant professor (non-tenure eligible) whose expertise will advance the Department of Kinesiology’s Masters of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of clinical experience as an athletic trainer and college-level instructor and expertise in specific domains of athletic training. We expect that the successful candidate will be an excellent instructor and student advisor who works collaboratively with the MSAT program director and Kinesiology faculty to provide exceptional educational experiences for students. This is a 9-month, salaried, non-tenure eligible position. Summer teaching opportunities may be available.

The incumbent will primarily teach in person and, potentially, online graduate courses with an emphasis in Athletic Training; may teach undergraduate Kinesiology courses in their area of specialization; will serve as faculty advisor for MSAT students and undergraduate Kinesiology majors; will work collaboratively with colleagues, both within and outside the School of Education & Human Development, to accomplish duties as a faculty member; contribute to institutional service activities at the program, department, school, and/or university level as assigned and to professional service activities; and will attend MSAT Program, Kinesiology Department, and School of Education & Human Development faculty meetings. Load is set annually between the department chair and faculty member consistent with the School’s Load Planning policy. 

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Athletic Training or closely related discipline (PhD, EdD, DAT, DPT, or equivalent) by the start date of the position
• BOC-certified as an ATC for at least 5 years
• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Prior college teaching experience
• Ability to implement a variety of pedagogical techniques appropriate for academically diverse learners
• Explicit evidence of commitment to diversity and of advancing understanding and outcomes for underrepresented groups

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching Athletic Training courses related to Psychosocial Aspects of Injury, Medical Aspects of Athletic Training, Emergency Care, and/or Administration Strategies in Athletic Training
• At least 5 years of clinical practice experience as an Athletic Trainer
• Proven record of collaboration with diverse groups of students and faculty
• Previous teaching experience in a CAATE accredited athletic training program
• Knowledge in the use of simulation for assessment and teaching
• Prior experience with assessment of educational, clinical, and programmatic outcomes
• Ability to use technology in innovative ways to enhance instruction and to teach online

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of

Employment

TO APPLY:

Complete an application online and attach:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Diversity statement that describes active or potential contributions to diversity‐related teaching, service, and/or scholarship
• contact information for three professional references (References will not be contacted until after in-person interviews are conducted.)
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Review of applications will begin November 4, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions about the position, please contact Professor Michael Higgins (mjh7s@virginia.edu). For questions about the application process please contact Rhiannon O’Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter at rmo2r@virginia.edu.

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The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.