GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP NOTIFICATION
DEPARTMENT OF EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE
OPENING DATE: February 5, 2016
POSITION: Graduate Assistant in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Priority consideration will be given to applications received by March 15, 2016. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled.
DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 15, 2016; 2016-2017 Academic Year
SALARY: The stipend for each academic semester is $5,600(Graduate Assistantships are approximately 16 weeks, beginning the first day of classes each semester and working through the last day of finals week). In addition, the Graduate School provides a partial tuition waiver of six semester hours of graduate credit on a full-time (20 hr/week) appointment.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistantship duties require work in one of five areas in Exercise and Sport Science. A brief description follows for each position:
Athletic Training: This graduate assistant will teach one or two PHE 190/390 activity courses each semester,assist the faculty in Athletic Training Education in their teaching assignments,research, administer examinations, laboratory meetings, and administrative duties for the AT program. BOC certification and state licensure is recommended.
Exercise Physiology: This graduate assistant will assist the Harold Z. HolmesExercise Physiology Laboratory coordinator with undergraduate labs inPhysiology of Exercise (PHE 325), Lifetime Wellness (PHE 180) as well as ongoing research. The assistant will also help with Foundations of Sport Science (PHE 201).
Exercise and Wellness: This graduate assistant will teach one or two undergraduate PHE 190/390 activity courses each semester, assist with classes and labs in Physical Fitness Concepts and Applications (PHE 315), Strength and Conditioning (PHE 407), and Fitness Program Administration (PHE 430), Adult Fitness Programs (PHE 433) as well as assist with research in the field.
Physical Education Pedagogy/Developmental Adapted Physical Education: This graduate assistant will teach one or two PHE 190/390 activity courses each semester, assist in coordinationthe Kentucky Adapted Physical Education program, assist with Exercise for Adults with Chronic Conditions program, and help faculty with research and marketing the programs.
Sport Management: This graduate assistant will assist faculty members with their teaching assignments, teach one to two PHE 190/390 activity courses, and help conduct research, market the program, and assist in expanding cooperative educational partnerships with sport management organizations.
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP NOTIFICATION
DEPARTMENT OF EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree.
Admitted to Eastern Kentucky University Graduate School by start date.
Enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) credits per semester during assistantship.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 of undergraduate work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess high potential for graduate study in one of the specializations in the Department of Human Performance.
Enrolled in an Exercise and Sport Science graduate program (Athletic Training; Exercise and Sport Science; Exercise and Wellness; or Sports Administration).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
Demonstrated attention to detail.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
RELATED INFORMATION: Graduate Assistant positions are posted on EKU’s employment website. Contact the department Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Heather Adams to obtain detailed information on available assistantships and how to apply.
TO APPLY: Submit cover letter designating area in which you wish to apply, completed Graduate Assistant Application, and a resume. To be considered, you MUST indicate which position you are applying for on your application. If you are interested in applying for more than 1 position, you must submit separate applications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Completed applications should be sent for consideration to:
Dr. Heather R. Adams, Eastern Kentucky University, 231 Moberly, 521 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond, KY 40475 or scanned to .
Department of Exercise and Sport Science
Graduate Assistant Application
Applicant InformationLast Name / First / M.I. / Date
Street Address
City / State / ZIP
Phone / E-mail Address
EKU ID (if known) / GPA / Semester and Academic Year
Position Applied for
Master of Science Degree Option/Concentration
Exercise & Sport Science
Exercise & Wellness
Sports Administration
Education
College
From / To / Degree
Major
Minor
GPA
References
Please list two professional references.
Full Name / Relationship
Company / Phone
Address
Full Name / Relationship
Company / Phone
Address
Department of Exercise and Sport Science
Graduate Assistant Application
For each of the activity classes below, place the appropriate number in the box provided.
0 – I have no experience with the activity
1 – I have taken a class or have some other experience in this activity
2 – I can each this activity
3 – This activity is a specialty of mine
4 – I have taught a class in this activity
Course / 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4Badminton
Cardio and Tone
Cardio and Weights
Couch to 5K
Golf
Tennis
Walking for Weight Loss
Weight Training
Ultimate Frisbee
Other (please specify)
Certifications (WSI, First Aid, CPR, NATA, ACSM, ACE, NSCA):
Honors, Leadership Positions, or Related Activities:
Please return this application to:
Dr. Heather R. Adams, Professor
Department of Exercise and Sport Science
Eastern Kentucky University
224 Moberly
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475