Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Athletic Training and Graduate Athletic Training Program Director at Ball State University in Ball State University

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Position Title: Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Athletic Training and Graduate Athletic Training Program Director Compensation: $60,000 - $75,000 Department: School of Kinesiology Start Date: 08/15/2027 About this opportunity: The School of Kinesiology welcomes applications for a full-time non-tenure-line Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Athletic Training and Graduate Athletic Training Program Director, which is part of the College of Health at Ball State University. Our CAATE-accredited Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) is a two-year professional program preparing students for successful careers as athletic trainers. Following a successful comprehensive CAATE self-study and accreditation review, the program continues to build on its strengths and history through innovative curriculum, high-quality clinical education, and continuous program improvement. Our students gain diverse, hands-on experiences while learning from dedicated faculty and preceptors committed to developing confident, collaborative, advanced-practice healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of academic administration and teaching experience. Courses will be taught face-to-face and blended online. The position will begin in August 2027, with possible summer administration and teaching in 2027, and includes salary commensurate with experience, a full benefits package, and opportunities for additional summer compensation. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. What you'll do and what you will bring: The Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Athletic Training and Graduate Athletic Training Program Director will be expected to teach in the Graduate Athletic Training program and provide strategic leadership and administration for the program, ensuring full compliance with CAATE standards and institutional policies. They will 1) direct program planning, curriculum development, and continuous quality improvement while guiding faculty in assessment, curriculum mapping, and accreditation activities; 2) oversee the full student lifecycle, from recruitment, marketing, and admissions to retention, academic advising, and Board of Certification (BOC) outcomes, while collaborating with the Director of Clinical Education to integrate didactic and clinical training; and 3) manage program resources, including budgets, facilities, equipment, and technology, while serving as the primary liaison and representative to institutional stakeholders and external professional organizations. The rank for this non-tenure line faculty position is Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Athletic Training. This position reports to the Chair of the School of Kinesiology. Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctoral degree or completion of doctoral degree requirements in athletic training and/or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment; Experience in administration and teaching in a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program (professional, post-professional or residency); Five years of experience as a BOC-Certified Athletic Trainer; Current Board of Certification (BOC) recognition as a Certified Athletic Trainer; Eligible to be licensed in the state of Indiana as an athletic trainer. Preferred Qualifications: Five plus years of experience in Athletic Training Program Administration/Accreditation, such as Program Director, Coordinator of Clinical Education or core faculty; Experience and familiarity with CAATE standards and accreditation requirements; Teaching or clinical expertise in musculoskeletal evaluation; NPI number How to apply: Questions about the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Stacy Walker, at sewalker@bsu.edu . The following application materials are required: Cover letter of application describing your interest in the position and h