University of Tulsa·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The position serves as a core faculty member and Director of Clinical Education for the MAT program, overseeing student clinical progression and site evaluations. Additionally, the role involves teaching athletic training courses, supporting sport leadership internships, and contributing to departmental assessment and curriculum improvement.
This 9-month clinical resident contract position is available August 17,2026, with summer administration and teaching responsibilities for additional pay.
Responsibilities include directing clinical education experiences, teaching athletic training courses, and providing university and professional service.
This position serves as a core faculty member in the MAT program and fulfills the role of Director of Clinical Education (DCE).
This position will also serve a support role with the Masters in Sport Leadership internships and teaching undergraduate course(s) in their area of expertise within the department.
This position reports to the Chair of the Kinesiology and Rehabilitative Sciences Department and works in collaboration with the Program Director of the MAT program.
The clinical faculty member will work collaboratively with other program faculty, preceptors, administrators, and external athletic training and health care constituencies. Candidates who are innovative and value a collaborative, dynamic, and comprehensive approach to instruction and athletic training practice are encouraged to apply.
This is a face-to-face position at The University of Tulsa, Tulsa, OK.
Clinical faculty appointments are 1-year, renewable contracts upon successful annual review. Multi-year contracts are possible after the 3rd year of continuation with the continued renewal based on performance, departmental needs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated potential for effective undergraduate teaching.
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain scientific concepts clearly to diverse student populations.
Commitment to high-quality instruction and student-centered learning.
The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to service and inclusion, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community, and our world.
The University endeavors to create and nurture an informed and inclusive environment in its workplace and educational programs. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are integral parts of the University not just because they are legally mandated, but because we recognize that the present and future strength of the university is based primarily on people and their skills, experience, and potential. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University seeks to recruit, select, and promote students, faculty, and all other employees on the basis of individual merit.
Candidates must hold a master's degree in athletic training or a related field and possess at least three years of experience as a BOC-certified athletic trainer. Required credentials include current ATC certification, an NPI number, and Oklahoma state licensure or eligibility for such.
Market context
In Oklahoma, Clinical Assistant Professor of Athletic Training roles tend to favor candidates who can combine teaching with current clinical practice and licensure readiness. These positions are competitive because programs often look for a master’s degree, BOC certification, an NPI number, and experience that supports both instruction and student supervision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify Oklahoma licensure eligibility and prepare examples of clinical teaching or mentoring.