Clinical Instructor - Athletic Training

Clinical Instructor I - Athletic Training (12 Month) Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Review of applications will begin on March 9, 2026. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.

Posting Number: F0022026

Working Title:

Clinical Instructor I - Athletic Training (12 Month)

Department: 343000 – Exercise and Sport Science

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work‑life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well‑being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference.

Participation in university‑wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job‑specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary.

Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) invites applications for a full‑time 12‑month Clinical Instructor/Athletic Trainer in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Exercise Science and Physical Education, and graduate degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, and Sport Management. The department values inclusive pedagogy and the UCA Center for Excellence in Teaching and Academic Leadership is an available resource to assist faculty to thrive professionally and personally.

The successful candidate will teach courses in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science, serve on department, college, university committees, and provide medical coverage by assisting the Head Athletic Trainer with football and helping with off‑season sports.

• 1–2 sections of Anatomical Kinesiology or related course (undergraduate level)
• 2–3 sections of Athletic Training Clinical Courses (graduate level)

• Oversight of 20–25 clinical hours/week per student (1–4 students)
• Twice weekly instructional sessions
• Proficiency exam administration and validation

Primary Sport:
Football (105–110 student athletes)

The fall season represents the most intensive period, with daily medical operations and comprehensive practice and game coverage.

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with all aspects of football sports medicine coverage
• Provide daily injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return‑to‑play management
• Cover all practices, home and away games
• Manage taping, hydration, emergency preparedness, and documentation
• Coordinate communication with coaching staff, team physicians, and strength & conditioning
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and handle athletic training equipment

Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow‑up.

Must be certified by the BOC and have a completed master’s degree by the date of appointment in Athletic Training, Kinesiology,…