Asst Assoc Professor, Tenure Track - SHRS Athletic Training

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Job Title

Asst/Assoc Professor, Tenure Track - SHRS Athletic Training

Department

Medicine | Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member’s tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice.  These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track

School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences / Division of Athletic Training

College of Medicine

Position Overview

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Division of Athletic Training at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank at the Columbus campus. We seek an innovative and collaborative scholar with the potential to develop or maintain a nationally recognized, extramurally funded program of research. The successful candidate will contribute to the Division's mission through excellence in scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and service. Primary responsibilities include sustaining a productive research agenda; securing external funding; disseminating scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations; teaching and mentoring students in the Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program and or graduate program; and contributing to service within the School, College, University, and relevant professional organizations. The ideal candidate will complement and enhance existing areas of research excellence within the School and OSU Wexner Medical Center. Visa/immigration sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates.

Performance Objectives

• Maintains active extramurally funded scholarship program: Presents scholarly work at local, regional, national and international meetings; publishes scholarly work in books or journals; and writes and/or serves as co-investigator or principal investigator on intramural and extramural grants. (~60%)
• Develops, plans, and delivers core and/or elective courses within the MAT program and School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences; participates in curriculum design and revision; participates in accreditation activities. (~30%)
• Actively participates/demonstrates leadership in service to division, school, college, university, professional and community organizations; division initiatives; other duties as assigned. (~10%)

Education and Experience Requirements

Required : PhD, EdD or equivalent in a related field to Athletic Training, current BOC certification, eligible for an Ohio license, and NPI number; strong evidence of potential for extramurally funded and productive scholarship in athletic training, sports medicine, biomechanics, exercise science, or related field; potential for impactful teaching ability; potential for effective mentorship of professional and/or graduate students; and potential for impactful service to the field of Athletic Training.

Desired : Post-doctoral training including extramural grant-writing experience; established record of extramurally funded scholarship; evidence of effective mentorship and impactful service

Additional Information

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday/Interfolio. Application materials must include:

• Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, related skills, and specific qualifications that match the job posting, performance objectives, and three or more professional references.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of Research. Please describe the work you have previously completed, identify next steps and how these will contribute to your ongoing scholarship goals over the next 5 years.
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching and mentorship goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals.

Application review will begin 11/15/2026, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health sciences, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care. The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School – Research, 40th Best Medical School – Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments in addition to the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Division of Athletic Training