Graduate Employee-Kinesiology-Master in Athletic Training (Student Worker)

Posting Details
Posting Information
Requisition
202400345ST
Title
Graduate Employee-Kinesiology-Master in Athletic Training (Student Worker)
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.
Nature & Purpose of Position
MS in Athletic Training:
Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified, multi-skilled health
care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative
services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and
rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic Training
encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and
rehabilitation 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 Health
and Human Services (HHS) as an allied health care profession.
Other Requirements for the Position
Please note that this position is for a Fall 2025 start date.
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:

1. Professional and research writing skills,
2. Ability to assist with statistical analysis of data, and
3. Bilingual in Spanish and English

Open Date
10/03/2024
Position Number
Contact Information
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 Fax
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 2025 Start - Graduate Assistantship
Application is due on or before April 1, 2025
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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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