"Clinical Education Coordinator, Assistant Professor – Department of Athletic Training"

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in teaching and service activities as appropriate
• Maintain a full-time teaching load, including undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned
• Collaborate with faculty in curriculum development, innovative teaching strategies, and delivery of courses for entry-level degree programs
• Advise and mentor entry-level students, which may include supervising student research and independent study work
• Manage all facets of Athletic Training clinical education experiences, including but not limited to: coordination of student clinical placements; clinical affiliate contracts; clinical site and student evaluations; communication with and coordination of placement with clinical preceptors; development of new and maintenance of existing clinical affiliation partnerships locally, regionally, and nationally
• Pursue scholarship opportunities within area of expertise at a level consistent with University expectations as it relates to non-tenure track appointments
• Be actively engaged in the profession of athletic training and pursue appropriate leadership opportunities
• Maintain both national and state athletic training credentials through the pursuit of appropriate continuing education and self-advancement
• Be a good citizen of the University and promote the mission of the University

Qualifications:

• Earned post-professional master’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
• Eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania as an athletic trainer.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience as an athletic trainer.
• Areas of expertise that complement those of the existing faculty.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of higher education teaching experience.

Preferred:

• Earned doctoral degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
• Greater than 5 years of clinical experience as an athletic trainer.
• Experienced educator and/or clinician who possesses a well-rounded skill set that can be applied to a wide range of athletic training topic areas.
• Alternately, the applicants may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
• Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the Mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Opportunities:

• Work within a Department and School whose missions are dedicated to providing graduates with the ability to provide exceptional patient-centered care.
• Participate in the development and delivery of a high quality, entry-level athletic training program.
• Be a part of a campus community where teaching, scholarship, and service are valued

FACULTY MEMBER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The MSAT program has a framework featuring emphases at the individual, global, and person-centered care levels.

All faculty within this program are responsible for:

• Being a good citizen of the University and promoting its mission.
• Teaching courses in the MSAT program that align with their areas of expertise.
• Collaborating in team-teaching with other MSAT faculty for course delivery as needed.
• Mentoring pre-professional and professional phase MSAT students.
• Assisting with MSAT program design, development, implementation, assessment, and administration.
• Engaging in interprofessional education across the RSHS and University.
• Engaging in service as appropriate to the program, school, university, and athletic training profession.

The Department of Athletic Training currently offers a 5-year, Master of Science in Athletic Training degree program that strives to facilitate the development of our students to be evidence-driven, patient-oriented athletic training professionals who are prepared for the ever-changing healthcare market. The Department of Athletic Training is housed in the John G. Rangos, Sr., School of Health Sciences along with the departments of Physical Therapy, Health Administration/Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Engineering, and Speech Language Pathology, as well as a PhD program in Rehabilitation Science. Duquesne University faculty are expected to strive for academic and scholarly excellence, while demonstrating a commitment to service.

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume/CV, transcripts of academic work and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.

The appointment begins May 4, 2026