Assistant Professor for Athletic Training Education

Metropolitan State University•Moorhead, MN

About The Position

Master of Science in Athletic Training Program Director. Responsible for duties that align with those of an athletic training program director, including (but not limited to) the management and administration of the athletic training program, including program planning and operation, program evaluation, and maintenance of accreditation. Teach courses in disciplines associated with Athletic Training and Exercise Science at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The incumbent would be expected to teach courses that may include (but are not limited to) the following: Evaluation-Diagnosis-Intervention (EDI) of Orthopedic Conditions; Orthopedic Clinical Assessment; Therapeutic Exercise; Care & Prevention of Injury/Illness; Human Physiology; Introduction to Nutrition; Motor Learning; Medical Terminology; Biomechanics; Exercise Physiology; Exercise Testing & Interpretation; Emergency & Immediate Care; Exercise Program Design; Research Design & Methodology; General Medical Conditions; Anatomical Kinesiology. Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs. Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field. Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities. Contribute to student growth and development including student advising. Support Minnesota State University Moorhead's strategic priority of creating a campus community that is diverse, inclusive, globally aware, and just. Provide service to the university and to the community.

Requirements

Earned Doctorate (or terminal degree) in a related discipline or field of study.
Minimum of (5) years of experience as a Board of Certification (BOC) Athletic Trainer.
Experience and knowledge with the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Eligible for state license via the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
Athletic training education teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
Must meet Higher Learning Commission [HLC] faculty credentialing guidelines [e.g. have 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline the faculty is teaching].
Graduate and undergraduate teaching experience with demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins.
Official transcript(s) from all degree granting institutions must be provided to the Office of Human Resources prior to first duty day.

Nice To Haves

Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential
Physical Therapist (PT)/ Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Current American Red Cross or American Heart Instructor Certification
Clinical experience w/ patient care
Didactic teaching experience associated with human/cadaver anatomy
Three-to-five years of teaching experience in higher education

Responsibilities

Master of Science in Athletic Training Program Director.
Responsible for duties that align with those of an athletic training program director, including (but not limited to) the management and administration of the athletic training program, including program planning and operation, program evaluation, and maintenance of accreditation.
Teach courses in disciplines associated with Athletic Training and Exercise Science at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
Support Minnesota State University Moorhead's strategic priority of creating a campus community that is diverse, inclusive, globally aware, and just.
Provide service to the university and to the community.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents