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College Asst Prof

  • 501810
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
  • Faculty
  • 9-Month Faculty Full-Time
  • Closing at: Feb 14 2025 - 23:55 MST

Position Title: College Asst Prof

Employee Classification: LC Faculty NT 9m

College/Division: College of Hlth, Educ & Soc Trans

Department: 350500-DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  65,405

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The department of kinesiology is seeking an engaging, innovative, non-tenure track college (clinical) assistant professor to join the Athletic Training faculty. This is a 9-month appointment. We are searching for a candidate who has a desire to contribute to enhanced delivery of program content, mentor graduate students both in academic and clinical education/patient-care settings, and support the delivery of curriculum in the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program.
Primary responsibilities of this position include teaching (potentially including separately contracted, summer teaching which is not included in base salary), and service to the department of kinesiology, the university and MSAT program. The selected candidate will teach professional athletic training education courses, and the focus in one or more of the following areas: prevention/acute care of injury and illness, assessment and diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions, immediate and emergency care, therapeutic interventions, or clinical education/experience. Additionally, the successful candidate will undertake some clinical responsibilities along with existing AT faculty to provide services to various university partners (dancers, rodeo, rugby, ROTC, etc) as part of clinical education experiences for MSAT students. This position will primarily advise and mentor graduate students in the MSAT program and serve on department, college, and university committees.

Qualifications: This position requires a master's degree from an accredited university in Athletic Training, Psychology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activity, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or a related Kinesiology or Education discipline. Additional requirements include ATC credential granted by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, Inc, the ability to be licensed as an athletic trainer in the state of New Mexico and a minimum of 3 years of clinical practice/experience in the field of athletic training.

Classification Summary:

Classification Standard Duties:

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities of this position include teaching (potentially including separately contracted, summer teaching which is not included in base salary), and service to the department of kinesiology, the university and MSAT program. The selected candidate will teach professional athletic training education courses, and the focus in one or more of the following areas: prevention/acute care of injury and illness, assessment and diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions, immediate and emergency care, therapeutic interventions, or clinical education/experience. Additionally, the successful candidate will undertake some clinical responsibilities along with existing AT faculty to provide services to various university partners (dancers, rodeo, rugby, ROTC, etc) as part of clinical education experiences for MSAT students. This position will primarily advise and mentor graduate students in the MSAT program and serve on department, college, and university committees.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications: This position requires a master's degree from an accredited university in Athletic Training, Psychology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activity, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or a related Kinesiology or Education discipline. Additional requirements include ATC credential granted by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, Inc, the ability to be licensed as an athletic trainer in the state of New Mexico and a minimum of 3 years of clinical practice/experience in the field of athletic training.

Preferred Qualifications: Competitive applicants will have a strong record of teaching effectiveness and assessment of diverse learners. Past teaching experience should include formal settings (e.g., traditional classroom settings), and informal settings such as precepting within athletic training clinical education. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of clinical practice/experience in the field of athletic training.

Experience supervising athletic training students as a formal preceptor within a CAATE accredited program is desirable. Additional knowledge and experiences which may support our thriving graduate program are also desirable.

Special Requirements of the Position
ATC credential granted by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, Inc, the ability to be licensed as an athletic trainer in the state of New Mexico.

Department Contact:  Kim O'Connell, kbrock@nmsu.edu, 575-646-5744

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: 

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures. 

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 

Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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