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Form of work202400082ST
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.
MS in Athletic Training:Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified, multi-skilled healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventativeservices, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention andrehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic Trainingencompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, andrehabilitation 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 Healthand 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: Students 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
03/22/2024
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 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 AssistantshipApplication is due on or before April 1, 2024
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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