Graduate Assistantship for MSAT - Human Performance
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3) unofficial transcripts; 4) contact information for three references to theresa.skrien@mnsu.edu.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 3/12/2026
POSITION START DATE: 8/23/2026
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Teaching Assistant (TA) will serve as a teaching assistant for the Sports Medicine Minor and other AT courses, to provide instructional support during laboratory experiences.
- The TA will assist with the following courses/labs: AT 608, 610, 612, 620, 671, 614, 622, 624, 672 and HP 340 & 415.
- The TA must maintain confidentiality.
- The TA will also help the athletic training program with administrative needs, such as assisting with on-campus prospective student visits, assisting program faculty with marketing and social media, program inventory/maintenance, AT classroom and lab maintenance, and with the transfer of equipment between laboratory locations.
- The TA will also help us support the priorities that academic affairs has identified by enhancing online course quality by assisting the instructor in maintaining regular and substantive interaction with students.
- The student must commit to their GA/TA responsibilities for the full academic year at 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in the required graduate athletic training courses for the fall and spring semesters.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have completed 18 credits in the Athletic Training Program prior to application submission, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A bachelor's degree
- Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
- Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment
- Attention to detail, professionalism, and dependability.
- Good academic standing
- Good time management skills
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
CONTACT
Theresa Skrien, MSAT Program Director
Human Performance
Minnesota State University, Mankato
1400 Highland Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1355
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: theresa.skrien@mnsu.edu
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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.