Assistant/Associate Professor & Director of Clinical Education - Division of Athletic Training

Shenandoah University’s Division of Athletic Training is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor-Director of Clinical Education. This is a full-time, benefited position located in the Health Professions Building in Winchester, VA.

The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is responsible for developing athletic training clinical experience (ATCE) sites and strives to ensure that student clinical experiences will take place only at those sites which meet defined criteria as quality learning centers for students. The DCE facilitates problem solving related to clinical issues as requested by clinical preceptors, faculty or students. The DCE must be a certified athletic trainer by the BOC in good standing and is required to have Virginia licensure as an athletic trainer. A traditional doctorate (PhD, EdD, DHSc,ScD) or clinically related doctorate (DAT, DPT, or OTD) is required. The DCE will communicate regularly with the Program Director, Associate Director of Clinical Education, faculty, students, and preceptors regarding athletic training clinical experience issues. The specific responsibilities of the DCE are outlined below.

The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Teaching and student advising in the didactic and clinical phases of the MSAT program and to serve as the Director of Clinical Education (DCE).

• The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is responsible for developing athletic training clinical experience (ATCE) sites and strives to ensure that student clinical experiences will take place only at those sites which meet defined criteria as quality learning centers for students.

• The DCE facilitates problem solving related to clinical issues as requested by clinical preceptors, faculty or students.

• In addition, faculty within the program are expected to participate in interprofessional education opportunities; participate in scholarship; and provide service including active participation on division, school, and university committees.

• This position will also include the opportunity for clinical practice of 8 hours per week as service to the AT profession.

Required Skills

The DCE must:

• Be a certified athletic trainer by the BOC in good standing

• Have or be eligible for a Virginia licensure as an athletic trainer.

• A traditional doctorate (EdD, PhD, DHSc, ScD) or clinically related doctorate (DAT, DPT, or OTD) is required.

• 3-5 years experience serving as a clinical coordinator for a Masters level Athletic Training Program

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population

How to Apply:

The Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

** Authorization to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a position to sponsor international visas.

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Required Experience

Minimum Salary

$80,000.00

Maximum Salary

$85,000.00