AssistantAssociate Professor of Athletic Training (MSAT)

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Job Description

• Primary instruction will be within the 32 and 2-year Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program with the potential of teaching other undergraduate and graduate courses in the department. The incumbent would be expected to teach courses that may include but are not limited to:
  • MSAT Courses: Principles of Athletic Training Clinical Exam and Diagnosis Therapeutic Modalities Therapeutic Rehabilitation Therapeutic Interventions (General Medical) Psychosocial Issues in Sports Medicine Pharmacology in Athletic Training Interprofessional Health Care Research Administration and Professionalism Topics and Clinical Experience
  • Exercise and Rehabilitative Science Courses: Anatomical Kinesiology Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Foundations of Exercise Science Strength and Conditioning
• Potential to teach summer MSAT courses.
• Collaborate interprofessionally to prepare confident competent collaborative and ethical professionals who positively impact the patients and communities they serve.
• Collaborate with faculty in curriculum review revision assessment and strategic planning.
• Participate in the recruitment admission and retention of MSAT program applicants.
• Assist with maintaining CAATE accreditation.
• Instruct courses in varied locations at varied times and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including academic advising of undergraduate and MSAT students and potentially supervising student research projects.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program the department the college the university and the greater community.
• Support Winona State Universitys mission to enhance the intellectual social cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (e.g. PhD EdD DSc DAT) in Athletic Training or related field by August 2027.
• Board of Certification (BOC) certified and in good standing.
• Current or eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in Minnesota.
• Experience teaching courses at the undergraduate or graduate level in exercise science or athletic training.
• Clinical practice experience in athletic training.
• NPI number with appropriate health care field designation.

Preferred Qualification

• Evidence of teaching a variety of masters level athletic training courses using multiple delivery methods (e.g. face-to-face hybrid and online).
• Experience teaching courses within a CAATE accredited masters level athletic training curriculum.
• Demonstrated contemporary expertise in athletic training through additional credentials or certifications in specialties (e.g. Graston CES Dry Needling instructor certification for BLS CSCS).
• Experience mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience with program assessment.
• Experience with course and curriculum development.
• Experience with interdisciplinary or interprofessional education.
• Evidence of supervising masters level research projects relating to athletic training.
• Experience with maintaining CAATE accreditation.
• Experience as a clinical preceptor for athletic training students.
• Demonstrated service to the profession of athletic training and/or involvement in athletic training related professional organizations.
• Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.

Other Requirements

1. Thesuccessfulcandidatemustbeabletolawfullyaccept employmentintheUnitedStatesby the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

2. A complete online application will include the following:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• A list of professional references with contact information At least three (3) letters of advise persons providing letters of reference of Minnesotas open record law which can make such letters available to applicants upon request.

Posting Information

Application Deadline: Review of applications begins 1/5/2026

Appointment Date: August 17 2026

Primary Location: Winona MN

Salary: $64066 - $186015; Commensurate with Rank and Experience

Type of Appointment: Probationary/Tenure-Track

Telework (Yes/No) No

About Winona State University

Founded in 1858 Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing paddle-boarding hiking and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSUs Rochester campus is located in Minnesotas third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry arts and culture and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State Universitys mission is to enhance the intellectual social cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information visit .

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Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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