Job Summary:

The Department of Health and Human Performance at Radford University invites applicants for a 9 month tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to begin Fall 2025. The faculty member will teach graduate courses in the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program which is fully accredited and recognized by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education ( CAATE ). The faculty member may also teach a course in a related undergraduate program. The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activity, university and community service, advise program students, and work with various university departments to recruit students into the Athletic Training Program.

The Health and Human Performance department currently offers degrees that include: M.S.A.T., Exercise, Sport, and Health Education, Nutrition and Dietetics, Allied Health Sciences and Sport Management. The Exercise, Sport, and Health Education major has concentrations which include: Health and Exercise Science and Physical and Health Education Teaching. The department has 16 full time faculty and is seeking candidates who can contribute to innovative teaching approaches for both campus and community programming. The Department of HHP resides within the College of Education and Human Development and the Athletic Training Program is a growing and valuable unit in the University.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 19 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service. Please visit the Radford University website at https://www.radford.edu for more information.

Required Qualifications:

Earned Doctorate ( ABD considered) in Athletic Training, Human Performance, Kinesiology or related field. Board of Certification ( BOC ) credential in good standing and eligibility for VA State Licensure. A minimum of 2 years clinical athletic training experience and 2 years of collegiate teaching experience. Contemporary expertise in emergency procedures and other areas of athletic training. Experience and familiarity with CAATE standards and processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three or more years of demonstrated university-level experience in teaching in the areas of athletic training, kinesiology, and/or related fields at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. Evidence of teaching anatomy and/or emergency procedures and general medical conditions. Evidence of clinical supervision and evaluation of athletic training students.

Work Location: Radford

Department: Health and Human Performance-11304

Application Review Date: 12/05/2024